Our recommendations
Our optometrists strongly recommend the Advanced Eye Examination to all our patients over 40 years old. We feel this provides the best level of clinical care.
Referrals / second opinions / problem solving
Many of our patients are referred by their doctor or come to us for a second opinion. The NHS Sight Test is not adequate for this and therefore we strongly recommend upgrading to at least the comprehensive eye examination.
Exceptions
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Most children will not require the extended eye examinations.
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Certain simple examinations (such as after a cataract operation) will still be adequately covered by the NHS sight test.
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Patients under active hospital treatment (e.g. for glaucoma) may not require the extended examination.
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Visually impaired patients seen under the local Low Vision Aid scheme may not need an extended eye examination.