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List of all medications you are currently taking including over the counter eye drops or medication.

Insurance Referral if required by your insurance plan.

Upon arrival please have the following items: If you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment time or date, please call in advance so our staff may reschedule your examination. Due to the thoroughness of the exam and the nature of an educational environment, patients can expect their appointment to last at least two hours. A dilated examination is necessary for patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, and those at risk for certain eye conditions. Most exams are conducted with the patient being dilated as this allows the clinical intern and doctor a better view inside your eyes. During this portion of the examination you and your doctor will determine if you should be dilated. A meticulous examination of the external anatomy of the eyes (including screening for eyelid and eye surface anomalies) will be followed by inspection of the internal components of the eyes. The vision portion of your exam will include an assessment of visual acuity (how well you are able to see), detailed testing of eye movements to detect any issues involving the alignment of your eyes, and the prescription of glasses (if necessary).

Evaluation of external and internal eye health.There are two vital components to every exam:

The doctor will finalize any prescriptions which are necessary during your examination. A team consisting of clinical interns overseen by a licensed Doctor of Optometry will be performing your eye examination.