Welcome to Retina International
This website has been designed to deliver the latest information on retinal research & development from around the world in an easy to use format. Enjoy your visit!
What We Do
For almost 40 years, Retina International (RI) has been the voice of patient-led voluntary groups, charities and foundations world wide who fund and support Retinal Research that is seeking a cure for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Macular Degeneration, Ushers Syndrome & Allied Retinal Dystrophies.
ADVOCACY
We represent the voice of patient living with Retinal Dystrophies Globally in the development of policies that affect them.
RESEARCH
Researchers all over the world are investigating and identifying the causes of and potential cures for conditions causing Retinal Dystrophies, with the intention of developing treatments and, ultimately, cures.
PATIENT EMPOWERMENT
RI works hard to empower patients living with Retinal Dystrophies through education and capacity building projects and by providing support to emerging groups. Working together we can learn a lot.
Patient Information
Learn more about your eyes and the many inherited, rare and genetic forms of sight loss as well as age related and common diseases of the Retina.
Latest Updates
26 Jun 2017 | News
Introducing Vicky McGrath
07 Jun 2017 | News
Gordon and Lulie Gund Featured in New York Times Article
06 Jun 2017 | News
FFB Announces $6M in New Funding for Inherited Retinal Disease Research
26 May 2017 | News