Eye Exams in Victoria, BC
Elevate your eye wellness with comprehensive eye exams at Emerald Eye Care. Our focus extends beyond mere prescriptions – we’re your Victoria community partners in uncovering and addressing potential vision and eye problems before they escalate.
Comprehensive eye exams for children
Discover a world of precise care with our specialized infant, child, and adolescent eye tests. Crafted exclusively for the unique needs of infants, children and young adults, these assessments champion proper visual growth, unveil budding concerns, and lay the foundation for a lifetime of vibrant eye health.
Comprehensive eye exams for adults and seniors
Explore exceptional eye care through our thorough examinations tailored for adults and seniors. Crafted to suit distinct life stages, these assessments emphasize enduring visual health, timely issue detection, and the establishment of a solid foundation for ongoing well-being. From maintaining clear vision in adulthood to ensuring comfort and clarity in later years, our dedicated expertise is committed to nurturing your eye health journey. Count on Emerald Eye Care to protect your vision for a lifetime of vitality and clear sight.
What’s included in a comprehensive eye exam?
A comprehensive eye examination extends beyond a standard eye chart assessment. Our skilled professionals employ a diverse range of tests to evaluate both vision and ocular health.
Eye exams include:
- Cover Test: Assesses eye alignment.
- Visual Acuity Assessment: Evaluates vision sharpness.
- Pupillary Distance Measurement: Determines the distance between pupils’ centers.
- Color Blindness Test: Identifies color vision deficiencies.
- Retinoscopy: Approximates eyeglass prescription.
- Pupil Dilation: Explores internal eye structures.
- Autorefractors and Aberrometers: Auto-estimates eyeglass prescription.
- Refraction: Pinpoints precise eyeglass prescription.
- Ocular Motility Testing (Eye Movements): Measures tracking ability.
- Visual Field Examination: Detects peripheral vision blind spots.
- Stereopsis Test: Gauges depth perception.
- Glaucoma Screening: Identifies risk or presence of glaucoma.
- Slit Lamp Examination: Magnified scrutiny of ocular structures.
These elements collectively form a comprehensive eye exam, ensuring a thorough understanding of both your visual acuity and ocular health.
Direct insurance billing
Ease into your visit with our Extended Health Insurance (EHI) service. We’re equipped to handle direct billing to your private health plan. To ensure a smooth experience, we recommend reaching out to your insurance provider before your appointment. This allows you to confirm coverage and eligibility for the date of your exam. Your convenience is our priority, and we’re here to assist you every step of the way.
Why should you get an eye exam?
Explore a realm of vital reasons why regular eye exams should be at the top of your priority list:
- Early Disease Detection: Eye exams can uncover early signs of serious health conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and even certain types of cancer.
- Glaucoma Detection: Regular eye exams can help detect glaucoma, a potentially sight-threatening condition, in its early stages when treatment is most effective.
- Macular Degeneration: Eye exams can identify age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in older adults, enabling timely management.
- Cataract Assessment: Eye exams can detect cataracts, allowing for monitoring and planning for surgical intervention when necessary.
- Retinal Disorders: Exams can reveal retinal disorders like retinal detachment or diabetic retinopathy, which require immediate attention to prevent vision loss.
- Neurological issues, allergies and infections, contact lens monitoring, eye fatigue and more.
In essence, a comprehensive eye exam goes beyond simple eyesight assessment. By making regular eye exams a priority, you’re making a valuable investment in a future where your vision and quality of life shine brighter and clearer, promoting lasting health and vitality for your eyes.
Book an appointment to start your journey toward clear and confident vision.
Ask about our direct billing
We are pleased to offer you the convenience of direct billing to your insurance company, eliminating the need for you to handle paperwork, claims, or lengthy phone calls. Our goal is to simplify the process of eye care and eyewear purchases for you. We have a wide range of supported insurance providers.