Grassi Retina

06/03/2026

When Joe's vision became blurry from diabetic macular edema (DME), he worried about missing some of life's biggest moments—including cheering on his favorite Chicago sports teams.

With expert care from retina specialists, a personalized treatment plan, and a renewed commitment to his health, Joe was able to regain nearly perfect vision and focus on the future.

Read Joe's inspiring story and learn why timely care from a retina specialist can make all the difference: www.asrs.org/patients/patient-stories/joe-ignatius

05/15/2026

05/01/2026

Don’t wait. Sudden changes in vision? Please call.

Vision can change in an instant.

Retinal emergencies like retinal detachment, severe eye trauma, or sudden vision loss require immediate care from a retina specialist. Retina specialists are physicians and surgeons with advanced training to diagnose and treat complex, sight-threatening conditions.

Find YOUR retina specialist through the American Society of Retina Specialists: SeeforaLifetime.org.

03/15/2026

Great explanation. Any questions? Just give us a call 630.995.3365

02/11/2026

Age-related macular degeneration ( ), a retinal disease that affects the small central area of the retina known as the macula, is the leading cause of vision loss in older Americans.

There are two types of AMD, dry and wet. Dry AMD is the more common type of AMD, which can remain stable or worsen slowly over time. There are 3 stages of dry AMD: early, intermediate and late, also known as Geographic Atrophy.

Learn more today about the two types of AMD by accessing and downloading ASRS's Retina Health Series fact sheets on wet forms of AMD or dry forms of AMD. The fact sheets are written and illustrated by medical experts and are available in English, Spanish and Chinese.

View and download them by visiting www.asrs.org/retinahealthseries.

02/07/2026

Vision loss from geographic atrophy (GA), a form of dry , forced Pete to set his camera aside and stop driving and riding a bicycle. When the first GA therapy became available, his retina specialist recommended that he start the treatment. While his vision continues to decline slowly, the treatment has helped Pete maintain independence, allowing him to stay engaged in his community and help others facing vision loss.

Read more Pete's full story (asrs.org/patients/patient-stories/pete-p) and learn more about AMD at SeeforaLIfetime.org.

01/01/2026

Happy Birthday Dr. Grassi! 🎉

Today we celebrate not only the start of a new year, but also the birthday of Dr. Grassi, whose passion and dedication have helped so many of our patients see clearly and live fully.

Dr. Grassi’s commitment to preserving and restoring sight has touched countless lives, and we’re grateful to work alongside someone who brings such skill, compassion, and expertise to retina care every single day.

We’re pretty darn grateful to work alongside each other as well … what an amazing team!!!

As we step into 2026, we hope the year ahead brings clarity, health, and bright moments for all of you. Thank you to our patients for trusting us with your vision and for being part of our practice family.

Here’s to a new year filled with clear vision and renewed hope! 🥂

Wishing you all a wonderful New Year,
The Grassi Retina Team

12/16/2025

As another year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank our patients and families for trusting us with their Retina care.
Every day, we’re reminded that vision isn’t just about seeing clearly—it’s about enjoying the beauty all around us, experiencing life fully, staying connected to the people you love, and maintaining your independence.
We’re honored to be part of your healthcare journey and grateful for the relationships we’ve built with each of you.
Here’s to a healthy, bright 2026. We look forward to seeing you in the new year.

10/28/2025

Have you ever wondered what the head-mounted device is that retina specialists use to get a close look at the retina?

Indirect ophthalmoscopy is performed in combination with other diagnostic tests to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachments.

During the exam, the retina specialist shines a bright light into the eye from a special head-mounted device. The retina specialist then uses another lens, called a handheld lens, to magnify the image of the back of the eye and examine it in detail.

To learn more, download our Advanced Retinal Imaging patient guide at www.SeeforaLifetime.org/Resources