Welcome to our specialty practice. We trust the information provided here will help you prepare for your visit. We look forward to providing you with excellent service.
Step One:
Once all of your paperwork is complete, we will start the dilation process. You will have drops instilled in your eyes, which dilates the pupils so the specialist can examine the retina.
As it takes at least twenty minutes for the drops to work, you will be asked to return to the waiting room.
Note:
The dilation of the pupils can affect your vision for several hours after the procedure, especially in bright light so remember the following:
- Make sure you bring sunglasses with you (or you may use our disposable sunglasses)
- Bring someone with you who can drive you home afterwards
- Don’t do anything which requires clear vision until your eyes are back to normal
Babies:
Babies need a series of drops to dilate the pupils, and these take at least an hour to work. So make sure you bring plenty of supplies with you for the baby. Diapers, bottles and a receiving blanket to wrap the baby during the exam.
Please bring the discharge summary from the hospital and any medications the baby is using.
Step Two:
Once your pupils are fully dilated, the doctor will examine you. He will ask about your medical history, as well as the specific eye complaint that brought you to the clinic.
VERY IMPORTANT!
If you have a history of narrow angle glaucoma, please tell our staff before any drops are put in, as patients with this condition may not be able to tolerate the eye drops, or may require reversal of dilation.
Step Three:
At this point, photography of your eyes may be required. This procedure takes twenty minutes. Thereafter the images are developed.
Just in case you have to wait, please come prepared:
- Bring a light snack and something to drink
- Diabetic patients should bring their medication with them
Depending on the results of the eye photos, it is often possible for immediate treatment to be applied. If not, the doctor will discuss further management with you before you check out.
