Duke’s comprehensive rehabilitation service helps patients with impaired vision optimize their visual function to maximize their quality of life.

A low vision evaluation includes:

• Determination of the patient's goals
• Complete visual function evaluation
• Ocular health assessment
• Low vision device assessment and training
• An occupational therapy evaluation to address activities of daily living
• Referrals to mental health professionals when appropriate
• Referrals to state agencies when eligible
• Referrals to orientation and mobility specialists when necessary

The initial evaluation may take up to an hour and a half. Patients may need more than one visit to achieve their personal vision rehabilitation goals and maximize visual recovery. Home visits by the occupational therapist are also available. Patients may also be prescribed visual exercises.

Patient/Family Support Program

It is not unusual for people with impaired vision to experience different levels of concern, anxiety, or frustration, or to struggle with lifestyle adjustments, as their disease progresses.

Duke’s patient care manager is available to assist patients with vision impairment and their loved ones in coping with such challenges. Disability adjustment counseling services and support groups are also available.

Appointments

To learn more about how we can help people with vision impairment, make an appointment at one of our locations near Durham, Raleigh, and Cary, North Carolina.