Going To Bat For A Patient

I recently examined one of my long time patients. Of course, I thanked him for returning. He stated that when he first came in years ago, he was applying for a job. One of the problems was that he had amblopia in one of his eyes. This means that even with glasses or contacts, the patient is not capable of clear vision. However, the patient had good peripheral vision in both eyes.

Origionally, the patient told me his application was being denied due to his vision. I had written a letter on his behalf stating that I didn't feel his vision problem would compromise his performance or safety at work. They reconsidered his situation and he has been in their employment for several years

now.