Medical Eye Exams 

A medical eye exam is a comprehensive examination of the eyes to assess and diagnose eye health conditions. It goes beyond a routine vision screening and includes: 

Purpose: 

• Detect and diagnose eye diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration 

• Evaluate and treat eye injuries 

• Assess for systemic health conditions that may affect the eyes, such as diabetes and high blood pressure  

Procedure: 

• Visual acuity test (reading an eye chart) 

• Pupil dilation (drops may be used to widen the pupils for better examination) 

• Slit lamp examination (to examine the front of the eye, including the cornea, iris, and lens) 

• Fundus examination (to examine the back of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve) 

• Visual field test (to assess peripheral vision) 

• Intraocular pressure measurement (to check for glaucoma) 

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Who Needs a Medical Eye Exam:

• People with a family history of eye disease

• People with diabetes or high blood pressure

• People who have experienced eye injuries

• People who wear contact lenses

• People over the age of 40 (recommended for regular screenings) 

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Benefits: 

• Early detection and treatment of eye diseases can prevent vision loss

• Monitoring for systemic health conditions through eye exams

• Ensuring optimal eye health for daily activities and safety