AN EYE EXAMINATION AT SKOWRON EYECARE

We've invested in the Technology to make exam findings easier and more accurate from toddlers to seniors.

In 2 separate reviews by a consumer magazine over the past 5 years, we were rated on of the best in Chicagoland with 91% and 92% overall patient satisfaction

Thorough Case History is taken
Medications, systemic conditions such as allergies can affect the vision
Your current glasses or contact prescription will be verified by computer analysis

Teri performing auto refractor and tonometry

Computerized Auto Refractor
Automatically determines your glasses prescription. Significantly
reduces the number of questions, “which is better, one or two?”
Great technology for small children, and for the elderly, because the doctors know the answers prior to seeing the patient in the examination room.

Tonometry
This is the latest in the ‘Puff” test to measure the pressure inside the
eye for glaucoma. This puff is much softer than previous versions. However, we have two other entirely different “non-puff” methods to measure the pressure in the eye.

Genoveava testing color vision

Color Vision Assessment
If there is a congenital color deficiency, we will advise accordingly. Acquired color deficiency means that there may be damage or swelling to the optic nerve

Muscle imbalance (proper eye positioning)
This may also be the cause of headaches and poor reading skills

Peripheral (side) Vision is measured

Depth Perception Evaluation
This gives us an indication if the eyes are working together

Blood Pressure is taken
Hypertension can show up in the eye (see section under “Other conditions”)

Maria performing the necessary preliminary testing before the patient is seen by the doctor

Corneal Topography  (Contact Lens Exam only)

Carol performing Corneal Topography on a contact lens patient who has an astigmatism. Note the vertical red “bow tie”on the corneal map on the right. That indicates a very steep slope.  Whereas the green section indicates a very shallow slope.		This accurately confirms that the cornea (front of the eye) has two separate, distinct curves, which needs to be taken into consideration when properly fitting a contact lens.

Dr. Skowron double checking the prescription

Refraction: The doctor verifies the readings of the auto refractor and makes any necessary adjustments to come up with a final, accurate prescription for your glasses and/or contact lenses.

Focusing and Eye Movement
The doctor will assess the focusing and eye tracking ability (especially important  
with children) Poor tracking and focusing can be the cause of poor school performance

Bio- Microscope Examination (Slit Lamp)
The doctor takes a high powered magnifying lens and evaluates the structures around, inside, and in the back of the eye. Depending on the circumstances, that doctor may wish to dilate the eye then, or at a later, more convenient time.

This procedure more specifically checks for:

Dr. Streiff evaluating the eye with the slit lamp

• Eye infections
• Corneal degeneration or injury
• Blepharitis (Dandruff on the eyelashes)
• Blocked tear ducts
• Styes
• Dry Eye Evaluation (tear assessment)
• Cataracts
• Glaucoma
• Pupil anomalies
• Macular Degeneration
• Optic Nerve Health
• General retinal Health

Finally, Doctor Assessment and Recommendations                            

Drs. John and Skowron discussing and explaining their exam findings and giving the appropriate recommendations

SAME DAY EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE

• Pink eye
• Spots or Light Flashes in the eye
• Loss of vision
• Eye injuries

DIAGNOSE, TREAT and/or MANAGE MOST EYE DISEASES

• Allergies
• Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
• Glaucoma
• Cataracts
• Macular Degeneration
• Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
• Prism Prescriptions
• Foreign Body Removal
• Corneal Ulcers
• Latest,  State-of-the -Art Technology to Diagnose and Manage Macular problems and Glaucoma & more.

 1.  OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
This instrument actually splits and allows us to see the individual layers of the Optic Nerve and Macula

Drs. Carr and Streiff observing a Cirrus OCT on a patient who is suspected to have a Macular Hole		Printout of OCT

2.  GDX Nerve Fiber Analysis
This instrument can detect glaucoma up to 5 yrs
earlier than previous testing

Kathy preparing a glaucoma suspect for a GDX exam		GDX Printout

3. Zeiss Humphrey Full Threshold Perimeter
This instrument is the gold standard in diagnosing and following glaucoma. It is also useful to monitor and detect subtle macular changes from age and from certain medications used for Rheumatoid arthritis, such as placquinil. 

Deb entering the proper data to run a visual field on patient who complains of headaches		Perimeter printout or a patient who suffered a stroke and lost vision on their right side

4.  Digital Retinal Photography

• High resolution camera enables accurate diagnosis and documentation of many eye conditions.
• Digital properties allows us to use several filters to aid in diagnosis of some of the following conditions:
• Cataracts
• Glaucoma
• Optic Nerve Swelling                    
• Macular pathologies (Macular degeneration,  Macular hole,   
  Macular edema….)
• Very subtle bleeding in the back of the eye (retina) from      
  diabetes, high blood pressure, blocked arteries….)
  

Normal Macula & Optic Nerve		Macular Degeneration		Cataract (blurred view)
Glaucoma (large white center in Optic Nerve)		Swollen Optic Nerve (possible tumor)		Blood Pressure 260/160 (bleeding)

LASER VISION CONSULTANTS

• Comprehensive Pre and Post Operative Laser evaluations to ensure you are a good candidate for Laser Vision Correction (LASIK). We have evaluated over THOUSANDS of cases.
• For various reasons, we advise approximently 20% of patients interested in Laser Vision Correction to not have the procedure because they are not good candidates., which is why we have no unhappy Lasik patients.
• Poor Laser vision results most commonly occur on those patients that were poor candidates to begin with.
• See our complete section on Lasik

CONTACT LENSES

• Experience and Technology to provide the most accurate contact lens fit possible.
• All types of contacts, many priced at or below internet prices
• Over 7,500 in Stock enables same day service on most prescriptions
• Soft Disposables
• Tinted lenses
• Toric lenses (for astigmatism)
• Bifocals
• Monovision
• Rigid Gas Permeables
• Keratoconus fittings
• Corneal Transplant fittings

Diane adjusting a pair of lenses while a patient waits		Teri giving contact lens instructions
Sample of tinted contact lenses

IN HOUSE LAB for on the spot polishing and / or  adjusting gas permeable lenses

VISION THERAPY

Eye Exercise programs for children designed to treat AMBLYOPIA (lazy eye), focusing difficulties, poor eye coordination, and muscle imbalances. These conditions can all lead to headaches, eye strain, and poor reading, and learning skills.  We have programs and equipment designed for home use to ease any financial burden.

OUR OPTICAL WITH OVER 1,500 FRAMES ON DISPLAY
Deb custom ordering a frame for a medicare patient		More quality frames
Barb and Sue ensuring proper fitting eyewear on some of our younger, active clientele
Everyone has a smile when picking out frames........because it's fun!
We will gladly assist you with our very experienced technicians
........Or let you have fun all on your own!!		So many options..........
Having some play time while waiting for Mom		Jackie making sure the frame fits just right
Mom has been a patient for over 20 yrs.... now brings her family		Barb ensuring a proper bifocal measurement
Mom and daughter listen to Kathy's recommendations		Deb repairing a pair of glasses for one of our many happy seniors
A very pleased patient		Waiting for some “goodies” after a great eye exam

OPTICAL (continued)

• Large Modern Dispensary with over 1500 affordably priced frames to choose from
  
• We will gladly special order any frame of your liking
• Experience staff  (over 125 combined years) to help you choose the right styles and lens options, SPECIFICALLY FOR YOU!
• Basic Frame and lens package available for those budget minded
• 1 year warranty on lenses and frames
• Prescription & non prescription eyewear
• SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
• On site lab for immediate service (if needed)
• On the spot repairs
• Loaner frames available
  

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