Appointments are available from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday. New patient consultations should be arranged through your primary eye doctor, with the approval of your primary care physician if required by your insurance. We limit our practice to diseases and surgery of the retina, and do not prescribe glasses or contact lenses.
Reception
Upon arrival, please check in with our receptionist. You may be asked to fill out forms related to your medical and ocular history, emergency contacts ,the Health Insurance and Privacy Act (HIPA) and insurance carriers.
Technician screening
You will be greeted by one of our ophthalmic technicians, who will ask you detailed questions related to your ocular and medical history, and check your vision and eye pressure. Your pupils will then be dilated, which may take up to 30 minutes to allow examination of the retina. It is necessary to dilate both eyes at each visit, so you should bring a driver with you.
Examination
You will then undergo a rigorous ocular examination by one of our retina specialists. Depending upon your diagnosis, you may undergo diagnostic tests, such as fluorescein angiography, or a procedure, such as laser. We generally, however, try to schedule anciliary tests and procedures at a later date to facilitate patient flow. If a test or procedure is to be performed, it will be explained in detail to you, and you will be asked to sign a consent. It may be helpful to have a family member with you to be certain that all explanations are well understood and all your questions are answered.
Due to the complex nature of most retinal conditions, additional diagnostic tests and treatment often required, and the emergent or urgent nature of our medical services, you may spend several hours to half a day in our office. However, we will do whatever we can to facilitate your visit.
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