Glaucoma Clinic

 On a routine eye examination, if there are certain risk factors present  or if we spot any signs of glaucoma, then we say that you are a  "glaucoma suspect".  That is why regular eye exams are important.  But  now that we've identified someone as a glaucoma suspect, how do we  actually make a distinct diagnosis.  

 Aside from checking eye pressures and simply looking at the optic nerves, we, at Aperture, have specialized machines for the diagnosis of glaucoma.  Central corneal thickness, changes in the retinal nerve fiber layer, and automated perimetry are just a few examples.  Intra-ocular pressures can also be measured multiple ways to observe consistencies.  

 Once officially diagnosed, a glaucoma patient should be monitored  closely.  Treatment may involve drops or may require surgery.  Which is more effective is determined on a  case-to-case basis.  Follow-ups also varies.  Some patients are  seen yearly while some are seen every 3 months.  Based on  severity and stability, we will set up a specific plan for you to  minimize further progression.