Patients undergo routine eye exams and contact lens/glass procedures. Services include sonography, visual field tests, and electrophysiological tests. Specialized services available for Retinopathy of Prematurity
Corneal reflex causes rapid eye blink when something touches eye. Protects eye from surface damage through involuntary muscle movement. Works through communication between trigeminal (5th) and facial (7th) nerves
Base curve (BC/BOZR) indicates lens curvature, typically 8.3-9mm. Diameter (DIA) shows lens edge length, typically 13.80-14.50mm. Both measurements are essential for proper lens fit
Ophthalmologists need 4 years of education and 36 months of residency. Some specialize in subfields like glaucoma, cornea, or pediatric care. Certification requires written and oral exams by American Board of Ophthalmology
RAPD detects differences in pupil responses to light in one eye at a time. Healthy eyes show equal pupil constriction when light is shone. RAPD indicates differences in afferent pathway due to retinal or optic nerve disease
Dispensing opticians prepare and dispense vision-correcting devices. Mechanical opticians fabricate lenses using specialized machinery. Contact lens fitters work under doctor's prescription. Ocularists specialize in fitting prosthetic eyes