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Complete eye care is
more than just prescribing glasses or
contacts. Your eye examination at NeoVision
Eye Center consists of a series of tests
to assess the overall health of your eyes
and to determine the best options to correct
your unique visual needs. Complimentary
screenings for laser vision correction
(LASIK,
PRK
etc.) are available on your request.
Since many eye diseases
show no immediate symptoms until the damage
is done, comprehensive regular eye exams
are one of the best ways for maintaining
your vision and your overall health. These
potentially vision threatening diseases
may not be detected by a simple vision
screening. Remember a comprehensive eye
examination by an ophthalmologist can
help detect cataracts,
glaucoma
and retinal disease, as well as diabetes
and high-blood pressure at a very early
stage. Therefore, a complete eye exam
is recommended regularly to screen for
preventable causes of blindness. When
you visit NeoVision Eye Center, your eye
exam will include:
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Detailed Medical & Family History |
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We
begin your examination by asking important questions
regarding your eyes, general health, visual demands
on the job and hobbies. Please bring a list of
your prescribed medications with you on your first
visit to our office. This information provides
a background for identifying conditions which
may affect your vision. With this understanding,
we are prepared to identify your unique vision
problems and appropriate solutions.
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Visual Acuity |
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This
test comprises a printed chart of letters in different
sizes to find out how well you see in comparison
to how well someone with “normal” vision sees
at various distances. It is a measurement of sight.
If a visual acuity test shows that a patient is
not seeing as well as he or she should be, the
ophthalmologist performs other tests to find out
the cause.
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| Refraction
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To determine if you need
glasses and the correct prescription for
your lenses, we run a series of tests using
a variety of refractive techniques. We use
the latest techniques of automatic refraction
system. An auto-refractor measures the near-final
prescription for glasses for the distance
vision. This near-final prescription is
then transferred directly into an auto-phoropter
via a computer cable. The doctor uses this
starting information to determine your final
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Both
automated and doctor-controlled instruments,
plus the patient-directed methods, are employed
to obtain the best prescription for your
eyes. We find out if your eyes maintain
clear vision at varying distances. This
includes evaluation of your distant vision
(critical for driving, sports, watching
TV etc.), ability to focus at near (critical
for reading, writing, and other close-works),
and intermediate (critical for computer
use) distances. Test results are checked
several times to make sure that the finally
prescribed eyewear will provide you maximum
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Alignment and Movement
of Your Eyes |
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Evaluating
the way your eyes work together and individually
can tell us if the nerves and muscles controlling
your eyes are working properly or require more
investigation. We check for eye coordination and
eye muscle function to ensure the eyes are working
coordinated with one another, depth perception,
and color vision deficiencies. Weaknesses in binocular
(two-eyed) vision and eye teaming skills can cause
numerous difficulties, including convergence insufficiency
and poor depth perception.
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Pupil Size and Reactivity |
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Examination
of pupil is very important for diagnosis of some
very serious conditions. Optic nerve inflammation
and edema can be a manifestation of high blood
pressure, high intracranial pressure or multiple
sclerosis etc. In some serious eye conditions
such as acute glaucoma
or uveitis,
the pupil does not react to the light. If we find
any abnormality in this examination, all these
major diseases are checked.
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Corneal Scratch |
Corneal Dystrophy |
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Mole
on Retina |
Scar
on Macula |
Retinal
Artery Occlusion |
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External, Slit Lamp, & Retinal
Examination |
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Field
of Vision & Eye Health |
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Visual field testing is a process
to determine defects in the field of vision and
tests the function of the retina, optic nerve
and optic pathways. The visual field is tested
as a regular part of an eye examination. It may
also be tested if you notice specific changes
in vision, for example, if you keep bumping into
objects on one side. For simple visual field testing,
doctor sits in front of you and gradually moves
a finger from the left and the right at your face
level to the center of vision. You will tell the
doctor when the moving finger is first detected.
You must fix your vision on the doctor's face
(and not look for the finger) in order for the
result of the test to be valid. Each eye is tested
separately. If there is a question about your
vision, advanced visual field testing with sophisticated
equipments is recommended.
There's more to healthy eyes than 20/20 vision!
Our comprehensive eye exam evaluates many important
aspects of your eyes’ health. We utilize the latest
instrumentation and techniques to thoroughly examine
your eyes while caring for your special eye needs
and preferences. You won’t feel rushed or hurried.
We are family oriented and are sensitive to the
special needs of everybody.
An important step towards
maintaining a good health of your eyes is the early
detection of conditions such as cataracts,
glaucoma
and systemic diseases. We examine the whole eye
and visual system for any indication of abnormalities.
Through complete regular eye exams, damage from
glaucoma and other eye diseases can be detected
at an early stage.
Fluid pressure inside the eye
is measured using a tonometer
to determine if you are a possible glaucoma patient.
Optic nerve is damaged due to increased intraocular
pressure in glaucoma. If there is a slightest doubt
about glaucoma, you will be advised to go through
more in-depth investigations such as optic
nerve photo, computerized visual
field test and three-dimensional
structural analysis of your optic nerves (HRT).
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Early
diagnosis of cataracts can also be an important
factor in the maintenance of health of your eyes.
When the lens of the eye appears cloudy or opaque,
it is called cataract. If cataracts are diagnosed,
we’ll advise you of the next steps to take. The
doctor will also look inside your eyes. If we
detect any sign of a systemic disease such as
diabetes, high blood pressure, or atherosclerosis
(caused by high cholesterol), you will be referred
to an appropriate health care professional to
determine treatment. Special testing may be recommended
to check for corneal distortion, astigmatism,
dry eye,
and neurological diseases.
We use the most advanced techniques for treating
cataracts,
glaucoma,
and diabetic
retinopathy. We take great pride
in treating each patient with a personal touch.
Any questions regarding your eye examination are
welcome.
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Doctor’s Review and
Recommendations |
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All
patients, parents or guardians will be provided
with an explanation of the findings, their significance,
the treatment plan and other options. Your questions
will be answered and the solutions to any difficulties
will be reviewed.
We would be delighted to have you as our patient.
If you are looking for quality eye care with a
personal touch, please give us a call. We look
forward to the opportunity of serving your family's
complete eye care needs. New patients are always
welcome. If you would like to schedule a comprehensive
eye exam at NeoVision Eye Center, please call
at 510-431-5511
(Union
City) or 650-962-4626
(Mountain View). |
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