A new, highly sophisticated computerized instrument now allows us to provide our patients with more thorough medical analysis of the eye. The digital retinal imaging system takes photographs of the retina (the back of the eye). This procedure assists the doctor in the early detection of many disorders, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments and other vision threatening conditions. The process is quick and painless and during the exam Dr. Bridge will review the results with you. Dr. Bridge strongly recommends that all patients have this procedure performed. It is especially important for people who have:
Visual spots or flashes Personal or family history of diabetes Personal or family history of glaucoma Personal or family history of high blood pressure Personal or family history of macular degeneration Highly nearsighted High cholesterol Reached the age of 30 Headaches New patient (used to establish baseline photos for comparison)
Certain systemic medications (e.g. Plaquenil, Tamoxifen, Oral contraception, etc.)
Insurance may cover the cost, depending on your coverage. The normal fee for this procedure is $72.00. However, we have chosen to keep the additional fee low at $36.00, to make it available to more of our patients.
