Vertical Eye Problems

Many times a patient will will be able to see clearly out of each eye separately but has trouble using both eyes together.

One problem that could be causing this is the eye's being out of alignment in the vertical direction.  If the eyes are the least bit out of alignment vertically, straining to see or double vision could occur.  This finding is often not measured during the course of an examination.

Also, when an individual has a very significant difference in prescription between the two eyes, especially with bifocal wearers, the patient can feel this same strain.  Regarding this particular situation, prism might need to be added to the prescription  to help compensate for this difference between the two eyes.

Glaucma Certification

I am currently going through continuing education coursework  to become certified in prescribing for patients who have glaucoma.  I anticipate completing the courses by mid-March, 2013. 

This is a significatnt expansion of the scope of care that I can provide.  One of the factors I so love about optometry is that nothing is static.  There is constant change within the profession.  I feel so fortunate that I picked such a profession to make my career. 

I am also able to share this with individuals either in optometry school or students who are trying to decide what career path to follow.