I was recently diagnosed with diabetic retinopathy in my right eye. am i a suitable candidate for laser surgery?

Depends: There are different types of diabetic retinopathy as well as different stages of severity. There are also different types of laser surgeries for the eye, from those that decrease your need for glasses to those that treat diabetic retinopathy. It all depends on what you have and what laser you are referring to. It is best to talk to your ophthalmologist.

It depends.: There are many variables that help your ophthalmologist decide which treatment options to use. Depending on the severity and location of the retinopathy and the threat to your vision, treatment can range from periodic observation to use of laser or other treatments in which medicine is injected in the eye. The answer will depend on your unique situation.