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919-681-3937If vision loss or impairment has affected your ability to perform life’s daily activities, there are many tools that can help improve your function. Our diverse team of vision rehabilitation specialists conducts a comprehensive evaluation to understand your concerns and assess your visual limitations. Then, based on your goals, we create a vision rehabilitation plan that incorporates a range of therapies, resources, assistive technologies, and devices. We also develop strategies to reduce the impact of visual challenges in your home and and work environments. In addition, we recognize the importance of addressing the psychosocial impact of losing your vision and collaborate with professionals to help reduce your stress and anxiety.
People with normal vision who want to take their visual skills to the next level, especially related to sports performance, may be candidates for our sports vision services.
Duke Health offers locations throughout the Triangle. Find one near you.
You'll Work with a Team of Specialists
Based on your specific needs, you may also benefit from the services provided by eye doctors, occupational therapists, our certified driving rehabilitation specialist, certified vision rehabilitation therapists, licensed clinical social workers, and local certified driving instructors. Our team approach ensures a full assessment of your abilities and a robust plan to improve your overall visual performance.
Compassionate, Supportive Environment
You are not alone in your struggle with vision loss. We provide access to educational materials, support networks, financial funding sources, information on state and federal vision services programs, and many other resources for people living with vision loss. We help you get back to the activities you love by empowering you to make the most of your functional potential.
Insurance Concerns
Most third-party payers, including Medicare, cover our professional services. Assistive devices may or may not be covered, so be sure to check with your insurance carrier.
Where you receive your care matters. Duke University Hospital is proud of our team and the exceptional care they provide. They are why our ophthalmology program is ranked sixth in the nation and is the highest ranked program in North Carolina, according to U.S. News & World Report for 2021–2022.