I chose to go with a new retinologist because I was informed the vascular issues I had in my eye were evident for over a year. The small blind spots I had from over a year ago were only the beginning. I was frequently frustrated with my old retinologist and often left my appointments feeling unheard. My new doctors are unsure if this significant loss in vision could have been prevented, but it went brushed off and undiagnosed despite my expression of concern for the symptoms I was having. I do not hold negative feelings towards my old retinologist. Doctors are just humans like the rest of us. But I mention my story to remind everyone: you are your own best advocate. If you feel your doctor is not giving you the attention you deserve, fight for yourself. It very well may have been written in the stars I would lose a significant part of my vision at 23 years old. But this issue still went undiagnosed for over a year despite very regular visits with the retinologist. You are your own best advocate 🧡