Sarasota Retina Institute researches, diagnoses and treats diseases of the retina, optic nerve and orbit. Began operations in Sarasota in 1981, it specializes in treating complex eye problems, such as macular and retinal degeneration, diabetic and thyroid-related eye diseases, retinal detachment, strabismus (crossed eyes), optic nerve diseases, ocular trauma, infections as well as eye tumors, among others. Based in Sarasota, Fla., Sarasota Retina Institute additionally pioneers in new treatments in the field of ophthalmic care.