Eye Examinations Bulk Billed to Medicare
Regular eye examinations are important for early detection of eye disease. At EYEDEAL VISION, this process involves the use of the latest medical equipment and testing procedures .
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Harry Melides Optometrist offers patients the latest technology
Initial eye testing is done with Automatic Refractor which will make your examination easier. The refractor scans your eye and recommends your prescription for glasses or contact lenses. This will take about 10 seconds or less and all you have to do is keep your head still and look straight ahead. This form of testing is excellent for children, people with Cataracts or people who do not speak English.
Therapeutics
Harry Melides has now completed his Post Graduate in Ocular Therapeutics at Queensland University of Technology. Harry is now qualified to use a range of topical ocular pharmaceuticals for the treatment of eye diseases using prescription drugs to treat such diseases.Harry is now qualified to co-manage glaucoma patients with their ophthalmologist and write prescriptions for your eye drops.
Training has allowed Harry to specialise in areas including the examination and diagnosis of anterior eye conditions, glaucoma, iritis , cataracts and with the use of retinal imaging fully assess DIABETES in the retina these images are sent directly to your ophthalmologist via the internet where he can decide if any further treatment such as laser or intra-ocular injections are required. Also, Harry Melides ia qualified in the managment of post-surgical conditions and establishing appropriate treatment plans. Therefore if you have a sore red eye or any unusual symptoms, please call us for an immediate appointment,With the use of a slit -lamp inspection of your eye is magnified so pieces of steel or wood,unknown dirt particles can be removed and a suitable prescription written for you.
Visual Fields Analyser
We have also the latest up to date Visual Fields Analyser. This term can sound confusing but simply, this machine is able to perform a wide variety of specialist eye tests. These tests include glaucoma, field loss associated with brain & eye tumours and haemorrhages,drivers licence renewal sometimes must include this exam in the case of strokes or head injuries.
Retinal Camera
We have also included in our range of latest optometry equipment, a Retinal Camera. This camera can detect Diabetic Changes, Glaucoma, Macula Degeneration, Hypertension and other retinal diseases. To put it simply this camera can take real time photos of your eye and these can be emailed directly and immediately to the eye specialist for further examination.
Instant Results for Eye Tests
Our Canon digital retinal camera offers instant results. Once captured, digital images can be attached to digital patient records, enhanced for greater analysis, reviewed with the patient at chair side, or sent to a eye specialist for IMMEDIATE viewing.
Real-time Retina Image Display
With digital imaging, you get instant results. If the image didn't come out just the way you wanted it, you can take it again. Once captured, digital images can be attached to digital patient records enhanced software for greater results, shown to the patient at chair side for consultative purposes, or sent to a colleague. This can make co-managing a patient a lot easier.
Diabetic Changes Testing
Diabetic changes in the eye can occur a few years, after the onset of diabetes. This test looks for retinal changes that can cause blindness. With glaucoma or intraocular pressure early detection is imperative for treatment.
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To make an appointment for an eye sight and ocular health examination using the latest optometry equipment please contact Harry at our Brisbane clinic. Eye examinations are bulk billed to Medicare.