Austin Retina Associates
Hina Patel is an experienced professional in clinical research and laboratory settings, currently serving as a Research Assistant at Austin Retina Associates since July 2022, where responsibilities include data collection and adherence to regulatory documentation. Prior to this role, Hina worked as an Ophthalmic Technician, providing primary care and assisting physicians in patient management. Hina's background includes positions as a Scientific Associate in Bioanalysis and Support at Worldwide Clinical Trials, where skills in laboratory procedures and GLP compliance were developed. Early career experiences at Advanced Pain Care and Alere Toxicology involved laboratory technician roles, focusing on specimen preparation, quality control, and data entry. Hina holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Texas State University.
Austin Retina Associates
Austin Retina Associates has been serving the citizens of Austin and surrounding communities since 1978. It is the largest retinal specialty group in Central Texas. Each of the highly respected retina physicians at Austin Retina Associates is a board-certified, licensed ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retinal surgeon who is an expert in managing diseases involving the retina, vitreous and macula. The Austin Retina specialists concentrate on diabetic eye disease, retinal detachment, macular edema, epiretinal membrane, floaters, retinal surgery and more. Between them is over 100 years of combined medical knowledge and professional experience in providing patients with the very best vitreoretinal care available. ARA continues to remain at the forefront of retinal specialty practices by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic equipment while offering state-of-the-art surgical procedures and pharmaceutical treatment regimens. ARA collaborates with referring ophthalmologists, optometrists, primary care physicians and specialists to comprehensively treat vitreoretinal disease. Additionally, Austin Retina Associates is nationally recognized for its participation in ground-breaking, pivotal clinical trials for 25 years, which has allowed us to offer our patients the opportunity to receive novel procedures and therapies through enrollment in research studies.