We are pleased to inform you that during
your next visit to Drs McIntyre, Garza, Avila, and Jurica you will experience the
benefits of the latest technology in eye exams –the Optomap™ Retinal
Exam. The Optomap will produce the most comprehensive image of your
retina, and allow us to perform a more thorough exam than was previously
possible. The result is that we can better prevent or reduce vision loss
in our patients with a simple, quick and patient-friendly new exam.
Any routine eye exam should always include a careful look at the retina,
which is located at the back of the eye, to screen for abnormalities or
disease. The sensitive tissue that makes up the retina is susceptible to
a variety of diseases that can ultimately lead to partial loss of vision
or even complete blindness. Early detection of any retinal
abnormality is thus crucial. Previously,
this screening was done by dilating the pupils, a procedure that many
patients found uncomfortable, inconvenient and time-consuming.
The Optomap is made possible by using a new technology – the
Panoramic200™ Retinal Imaging System. The Optomap enables us to see
nearly all of your retina. Furthermore, it eliminates the discomfort and
inconvenience associated with pupil dilation. As a result, you
will not experience blurred vision or sensitivity to light following
your eye exam. It is important to note
however, that should any abnormalities be detected or if we cannot
obtain an acceptable image, dilation may be necessary.
The Optomap exam is simple: at the push of a button, we can generate a
computer image of your retina for immediate review. Experience
with this technology has already led to improved disease detection and
has possibly prevented vision loss and blindness in several patients.
We will be discussing this revolutionary exam with you further at your
next appointment. Here at Drs McIntyre, Garza, Avila, and Jurica we are dedicated
to offering our patients the best eye care possible, and acquiring the
tools to help us do so. We look forward to seeing you during your next
visit – and providing the most comprehensive and advanced vision care
available.
To find out more about the Optomap Exam – visit www.optomap.com
