Examination Basics
A thorough eye examination typically includes all, or an appropriate combination of, the following components:
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Case History via a computer interview system. It will ask you for information about your vision and health history, medications, symptoms of vision problems and other background information.
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Eye Health Evaluation.
Using a number of tests and medical instruments, we will conduct an external and internal
examination of the various parts of your vision system, including the retina,
optic nerve, pupils,
cornea, lens, iris, conjunctiva
(the thin, moist tissue that lines the inner surfaces of the eyelids to
help protect the eye and keep it from drying out),
eyelids and eyelashes.
We will assess the health of your eyes and look for the
possibility of vision problems such as glaucoma, cataracts and corneal diseases, and general systemic diseases such
as diabetes, high blood pressure and neurological
disorders. Specialized testing for Eye Health problems
are scheduled as needed.
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Refractive Evaluation. We will conduct several tests to determine your ability to see clearly, focus (accommodate) your eyes and whether you need prescription eyewear. If contact lenses are recommended and desired, we will schedule you for a Contact Lens Evaluation. Some people want to improve their vision naturally. This is called a Visual Improvement Evaluation.
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Oculomotor & Binocular Screening. We will conduct screening tests of what is known as your oculomotor & binocular function, which determines the ability of the eyes to scan & work together at both near and far distances. Tests are also completed to determine your depth perception. If deficits are noted, we will schedule you for a Visual Efficiency Evaluation or, as appropriate, a Traumatic Brain Injury Evaluation.
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Color Vision Evaluation. We will determine if your perception of color is normal. Problems with color perception can indicate eye health deficits and difficulties in school.
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Diagnosis and Treatment Plan. We will make a final diagnosis and determine the treatment plan for best suited for you. The diagnosis includes the status of your vision system and any systemic health problems. We will determine any necessary treatments such as eyewear , contact lenses, vision therapy or medical consultation for eye and other health problems.
The Clinical Practice Guidelines have been established by the American Optometric Association. These guidelines are technical in nature but will give you an idea of what is considered during an eye exam for various conditions.
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Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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