Low Vision Evaluation(Click Here for Large Type)

A Low Vision evaluation is for anyone who, even with regular eyeglasses, cannot see well enough to do what they want to do.

Dr. Shuldiner speaks to every patient personally before an appointment is offered.   He will ask questions to determine if you are a good candidate for low vision glasses.  He will tell you what to expect during the evaluation, what to bring to the evaluation and the approximate costs you may incur.   Call him toll free at:  888 610 2020.

The Low Vision Evaluation is completely different from a normal, comprehensive eye examination:

  1. The amount of remaining vision must be carefully determined using specialized charts which are closer to the patient, and have more gradations than the standard projected chart. The patient is instructed to use peripheral vision during testing, since central vision is often damaged.
  2. Then the amount of magnification needed to do the desired tasks must be determined for far tasks like driving, near tasks, like reading, and intermediate tasks like playing bridge.
  3. There are various magnification devices, called low vision aids, which can be utilized to help the patient perform tasks. The best form for each person and each task must be determined. For example, for seeing prices a hand magnifier usually works best, except for patients with a hand tremor.
  4. Other factors like lighting, glare, contrast, mobility and more must be looked at by the Low Vision Doctor to come up with the best combination of "ingredients" to allow the patient to function.

Most of our patients have diminished vision, from one or more of the following conditions:

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