Complete
examinations
We provide comprehensive eye health and vision examinations for adults
and children. Evaluations are conducted to determine not only the presence
of refractive (focusing)problems, but to rule out external and internal
eye diseases, including cataracts and glaucoma. For this purpose, we have
the latest diagnostic equipment. We use the Humphrey Frequency Doubling
Technology Visual Field Analyzer to precisely monitor peripheral (side)
vision. The computer-assisted examination is a simple, quick test that
requires no response from the patient, and yields important information
to double-check the patient’s answers. This allows us to be sure
the glasses are correct. The non-contact tonometer allows us to measure
eye pressure (for glaucoma) without touching the eye, and is done on everyone
possible.
To more thoroughly examine the back of the eyes of adults, we often recommend
that the pupils be dilated. (If you have not had your pupils dilated previously,
we recommend you have a driver available, in case your vision is bothered
temporarily by the dilation). A digital fundus camera allows pictures to
be taken of the inside of the eye (the retina) to better follow potential
eye diseases, and as a baseline to compare over time.
When the eye examination is completed, the doctor studies all the assembled
information. He then makes a professional decision on how to give each
patient the highest possible visual efficiency. This may take the form
of eyeglasses or contact lenses, a recommendation for visual training (eye
exercises), a referral to another health care professional, or a clean
bill of visual health. The doctor also determines the date for the next
eye examination.
Emergencies
Minor eye injuries and diseases are treated. The doctors are on-call 24
hours for emergencies.
Vision
and Learning
A large part of learning is done visually. Reading, spelling, writing,
board work, and computers are among the tasks that students tackle all
day long, day after day. Many students’ visual abilities just aren’t
up to the level of demands of these types of learning situations.
Clear
eyesight isn’t all that’s required for these close vision tasks.
Students must have a variety of scanning, focusing, and visual coordination
skills for learning. If these skills have not been developed, learning is
difficult and stressful.
We may help some students deal with their visual stress by prescribing “stress-relieving” glasses.
These glasses make it much easier for the student to benefit from near
work. Another fundamental approach is visual training. This is a sequence
of activities prescribed, in which the student builds the visual skills
and the ability to efficiently take in, understand, and use visual information.
We offer these visual training and “stress-relieving glasses, as part
of our children’s vision services.
Visual
Training
Many conditions like crossed-eyes (strabismus) or lazy eye (amblyopia) can
be treated with vision therapy. It is an individualized treatment program
to help you learn, relearn, or reinforce specific vision skills. Such skills
include eye movement control, focusing control, eye coordination, and team-work
between the two eyes.
Our
vision therapy services have proven to be an effective treatment for many
problems that cannot be treated with eyeglasses or contact lenses alone.
It can help people see more clearly, efficiently, and comfortably. Success,
however, cannot be guaranteed, Much of the improvement depends upon the patient’s
willingness to follow the doctor’s instructions. For patients who
do so, significant progress toward more efficient and comfortable vision
usually results.
Vision
and Sports
Have you ever wished you could improve your batting average, lower your
golf score, or just play your favorite sport better? If so, you’re
like most sports participants. Sharpening your vision skills is one way
of improving your “game” and giving yourself a “winning
edge.”
There are a
number of visual skills that relate to sports performance. Everything from
visual acuity (sharpness of vision), dynamic acuity (the ability to clearly
see moving objects and players), vision pursuit (to accurately follow/track
objects), depth perception, and eye/hand/body coordination all impact sports
performance.
Many people
are remarkably skillful at adapting to their vision problems or level of
vision skills. Others may have good vision skills that enable them to play
well but, if sharpened, could help them play even better. We can recommend
the proper prescription lenses or design a vision therapy program to maximize
your vision skills and help you see better and play better. And always remember
to protect your eyes from sports-related injuries, with proper eyewear/protection.
Contact
Lens Care
We evaluate and prescribe all types of contact lenses. Our comprehensive
services include: initial evaluation, fitting, lens care and handling instructions,
follow-up care, and continuing professional care. We carry hundreds of lenses
in-office, including soft, gas permeable (daily & extended wear), planned
replacement, disposable, tinted, astigmatism, and bifocal lenses, and can
replace many lenses the same day. We can modify lenses in-office when needed.
The doctors have over 50 years combined experience fitting contact lenses.
New techniques and materials allow many previously unsuccessful patients
to now wear contact lenses.
Eyeglasses
For the convenience of our patients, we provide a large selection of frames
(over 1,000) – from budget to designer frames in all price ranges.
You will receive professional guidance to help you select a frame that looks
good, fits properly, and is compatible with your prescription. With our
Lens Tech area, we can help you choose the best type of lens features to
protect your eye and meet your unique visual needs.
If your glasses get broken and cannot be immediately repaired, we offer
loaner frames. Whenever possible, we’ll put your lenses into a loaner
frame, so that you can get by until your frame can be repaired or replaced.
If the loaner frame is returned to us, there is no charge for using it while
your glasses are repaired.
We offer a number of products to meet your vision needs during specific
activities, such as using a computer,
swimming, scuba diving, golf, fishing, shooting, and other outdoor activities.
Dispensing
Each prescription received from the laboratory is checked thoroughly for
accuracy of prescription and fabrication exactly as ordered. The Humphrey
Lens Analyzer is a computerized instrument that allows us to determine exactly
what a patient’s previous prescription is, and makes sure that new
prescriptions are accurately filled.
When the prescription
is delivered to you, it is adjusted correctly to provide a proper fit. Follow-up
care of your glasses is always available at our office. Adjustments are
available without an appointment. Eyewear repair and loaner frames are available
when needed, so that you need not be without your prescription in most cases.
Appointments
We see patients on an appointment basis Monday – Saturday, with evening
hours on Monday. We respect your time and make every effort to remain on
schedule. We have set aside time especially for you during your appointment.
If you are unable to keep your appointment, please notify us as soon as
possible.
We believe
in the benefits of regular preventative eyecare, and encourage our patients
to return for periodic recall visits. Depending upon the condition of your
eyes, we recommend a complete eye examination every one or two years. For
your convenience, we will remind you when you are due. However, if your
sight changes, or if you notice any visual problems or unusual eye irritations,
call us immediately.
Fees
& Payments
We offer quality products and service at competitive prices. Don’t
look for bargains in parachutes, fire extinguishers, brain surgery, or eyecare.
You only get one pair of eyes to last a lifetime.
We realize
that vision problems and broken eyewear can occur unexpectedly. It is not
always possible to plan ahead to have money saved when care is needed. Therefore,
we offer a variety of payment options to help make care affordable. A budget
payment plan is available for those who need it. Payments can be spread
over three months without interest. As eyewear is custom-made and cannot
be used by anyone else, we normally ask for 50% down when materials are
ordered, with the balance due at dispensing. We also accept MasterCard,
Visa, and Discover credit cards.
Insurance
A number of insurance companies now pay for part of the cost of vision and
eyecare. Coverage varies from plan to plan. We are participating providers
for Medicare, Medicaid (Indiana), and Vision Service Plan (VSP). Be certain
to inform the receptionist of the insurance that you have when making your
appointment. If you are on Medicare or Medicaid, be sure to bring your current
card.
If you have any questions about your coverage, please ask. We will work
with you to find the answer.
Location
As of October 1, 2007, we are located at 2517 East
Main Street, across
from the Richmond Rose Garden at Glen Miller Park. This is immediately
to the west of our previous location. It offers a convenient location,
with a large, modern facility designed with your comfort and convenience
in mind. It is handicappedaccessible, with no steps between
the parking lot and the office. The parking lot is
entered from East Main Street.
Other
questions
We urge you to contact our office at any time you have questions concerning
your eyes. If you have a question requiring a doctor, please call, fax,
or e-mail us and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We thank you
again for considering our office for your most precious possession –
your eyes. We look forward to a long and pleasant relationship.
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