What Is Low Vision?
"Low vision" is impaired vision that cannot be fully restored by surgery, medical treatment, conventional eye glasses or contact lenses.

Low vision is NOT blindness

What Causes Low Vision?
The causes of low vision vary from person to person. Some of the more common conditions are:

Macular Degeneration

Glaucoma

Diabetic Retinopathy

Cataracts

Optic Atrophy

Retinitis Pigmentosa

Congenital Eye Problems

When Do I Need A Low Vision Examination?
When your loss of vision is causing difficulty in your daily life. For some, it may be difficulty reading a newspaper, for others, it may be as serious as seeing the print on medicine bottles.

How Can A Low Vision Examination Help?
Our goal is to help you make the most of your remaining eyesight so you can do more of the things you need and want to do, whether it's reading a book, writing a letter, shopping or watching television.

How Is A Low Vision Exam Different?
Special testing is performed to more accurately determine the full potential of your usable vision and the techniques and devices that will be most helpful in meeting your personal goals.

What Type of Devices Can I Expect to Use?
There are many different devices available to persons with low vision including magnifiers, telescopes, microscopes, custom lighting, even special television systems. Many people use a combination of these devices.

Payment, Insurance and Fees
Medicare and other insurances will usually pay for the exam portion if the deductible has been met. There will be some non-covered procedures that neither the primary or secondary insurance will cover.

Appointments
Appointments may be made by calling:
903-595-4144 or 800-888-9145
Examinations typically require 1 ½ hours. Be prepared to have the name of your previous eye doctor available when you call for the appointment.

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