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Lakes Region Retina Lakes Region Retina provides expert, specialized retina care to Northern Minnesota communities from Little Falls to the Canadian Border.

🔵 Expert retina care in Northern Minnesota
📍 Baxter, MN | Serving Little Falls to Canadian Border
👨‍⚕️ AMD, diabetic retinopathy & retinal conditions
🤝 Partners in Vision Preservation
⏰ Open Mon-Fri | Referral-based practice Led by Dr. David Williams, our practice offers high touch, high efficiency care for patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, and other retinal conditions. We understand that eye health is deeply personal, and vision concerns can be frightening. That's why we've created a patient-friendly environment with a warm, reassuring "up North feeling" where you're treated as a person, not a number. Our approach means personal attention and excellent care without the long wait times or the burden of traveling hours to distant medical centers. Located in Baxter, MN, we serve as trusted partners with local optometrists, ophthalmologists, and primary care physicians throughout the region. We provide comprehensive retina evaluations, ongoing management of retinal conditions, and convenient post-operative follow-up care for patients who've had surgery elsewhere—so you can receive expert care close to home.Partners in Vision Preservation

Open Monday-Friday | Referral-based practice

The Valeda® Light Delivery System is changing what treatment can look like for patients with early to intermediate dry a...
10/16/2026

The Valeda® Light Delivery System is changing what treatment can look like for patients with early to intermediate dry age-related macular degeneration.

This advanced technology delivers Photobiomodulation (PBM) using specific wavelengths of light in a quick, in-office procedure. There are no needles, medication, or lengthy recovery time, and patients can return to their normal activities afterward.

Learn more and find out if this treatment may be right for you at LakesRegionRetina.com/Photobiomodulation-For-Dry-AMD.

Specialty retina care should feel personal and accessible. It should also be close to home.At Lakes Region Retina, patie...
10/13/2026

Specialty retina care should feel personal and accessible. It should also be close to home.

At Lakes Region Retina, patients receive expert care for complex retinal conditions right here in Baxter. Our team takes the time to listen, explain your diagnosis, and help you feel informed throughout your care.

With decades of experience and a personalized approach, we provide the specialized retinal care you need without traveling far from home.

Learn more about our approach to care at LakesRegionRetina.com

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) progresses through three stages: early, intermediate, and advanced.Understanding ...
10/08/2026

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) progresses through three stages: early, intermediate, and advanced.

Understanding which stage you are in is an important part of determining the right approach to your care. For eligible patients in the early to intermediate stages, Photobiomodulation (PBM) may be a treatment option at Lakes Region Retina.

Learn more about PBM at LakesRegionRetina.com/Photobiomodulation-For-Dry-AMD.

10/05/2026

It's completely normal to feel nervous before an eye procedure or treatment.

Many patients are surprised to learn that some appointments are much simpler and more comfortable than they expected. Depending on your individual needs, treatment may involve something as straightforward as eye drops, imaging, or other in-office care.

Our team is here to explain what to expect, answer your questions, and help you feel comfortable throughout your visit.

Contact Lakes Region Retina to learn more about your care at LakesRegionRetina.com/Contact

Photobiomodulation (PBM) is supported by years of clinical research evaluating its safety and effectiveness for patients...
09/29/2026

Photobiomodulation (PBM) is supported by years of clinical research evaluating its safety and effectiveness for patients with early to intermediate dry age-related macular degeneration.

Lakes Region Retina is excited to offer the first and only FDA-approved treatment of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The treatment is a non-invasive red-light therapy delivered via the Valeda® Light Delivery System. This innovative therapy aims to improve vision, reduce the risk of further vision loss, and improve overall quality of life.

Learn more or request an appointment at LakesRegionRetina.com/Age-Related-Macular-Degeneration-AMD

The technology we use is essential to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment.Advanced retinal imaging ...
09/25/2026

The technology we use is essential to delivering accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment.

Advanced retinal imaging helps our team evaluate the health of your retina, detect changes that may not be visible during a routine eye exam, and recommend the most appropriate treatment based on your individual needs. Every image provides valuable information that helps us care for your vision.

Learn more about our approach to retinal care by visiting lakesregionretina.com/our-care

Beginning a new treatment can feel overwhelming, but Photobiomodulation (PBM) is designed to fit comfortably into your r...
09/23/2026

Beginning a new treatment can feel overwhelming, but Photobiomodulation (PBM) is designed to fit comfortably into your routine.

We perform the treatment in our office, and it requires no special preparation. A complete treatment round includes nine sessions over three to five weeks, with each visit lasting only a few minutes. Patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately after treatment.

If you have early to intermediate dry age-related macular degeneration, our team can determine whether this treatment is appropriate for your individual needs.

Request an appointment at LakesRegionRetina.com/Photobiomodulation-For-Dry-AMD

When you're facing a retinal condition, experience matters.Dr. Williams has spent more than three decades diagnosing and...
09/17/2026

When you're facing a retinal condition, experience matters.

Dr. Williams has spent more than three decades diagnosing and treating complex retinal diseases while helping thousands of patients protect their vision. At Lakes Region Retina, he combines that experience with a personalized approach, taking the time to explain your diagnosis, answer your questions, and help you feel confident in your care.

If you've been referred to a retina specialist, you can feel confident knowing you're receiving care from a physician with decades of experience dedicated exclusively to diseases of the retina.

Learn more about Dr. Williams and our team at lakesregionretina.com/meet-lrr.

Lakes Region Retina strives to provide a caring and welcoming environment for ongoing treatment of various retinal diseases.

Photobiomodulation (PBM), delivered through the Valeda® Light Delivery System, is the first and only FDA-approved treatm...
09/12/2026

Photobiomodulation (PBM), delivered through the Valeda® Light Delivery System, is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for early to intermediate dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It represents an important advancement for eligible patients by offering a new treatment option before dry AMD reaches its advanced stages.

At Lakes Region Retina, we're proud to offer this innovative therapy as part of our commitment to providing the latest evidence-based retinal care close to home.

If you've been diagnosed with early to intermediate dry AMD, schedule an appointment to learn if Photobiomodulation is right for you: LakesRegionRetina.com/Photobiomodulation-For-Dry-AMD

Diabetes can affect the health of your retina, often without noticeable symptoms in the early stages.Regular eye exams a...
09/09/2026

Diabetes can affect the health of your retina, often without noticeable symptoms in the early stages.

Regular eye exams are one of the best ways to detect diabetic retinopathy early and protect your vision. Early diagnosis gives you more treatment options and ongoing care.

Learn more about the retinal conditions we treat and how early diagnosis can help protect your vision. Visit lakesregionretina.com to learn more.

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13800 Bluestem Court
Baxter, MN
56425

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+12182975344

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