Eye Conditions >>
Conditions Home
Macular Degeneration
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Eye Syndrome
Cataracts
  Specialty Sites
St. Luke's Cataract
St. Luke's LASIK
St. Luke's Cosmetic
St. Luke's Retina
  St. Luke's Clinic
About St. Luke's
Dr. Gills
Our Offices
Our Staff
 

    
Fovea

 

The fovea (arrow) is the center most part of the macula. This tiny area is responsible for our central, sharpest vision.  A healthy fovea is key for reading, watching television, driving, and other activities that require the ability to see detail.  Unlike the peripheral retina, it has no blood vessels.  Instead, it has a very high concentration of cones (photoreceptors responsible for color vision), allowing us to appreciate color.

 

 
 

Eye Anatomy

An illustrative guide to the parts and functions of the human eye.

Eye-Q

 
  Why did the doctor dilate my pupils?  What does 20/20 mean?  Go to Eye-Q for answers.
 

Common Clicks

 

Find a Florida eye doctor here

Get a spiritual lift with Pastor Gary Carter's column.