Orthoptists are university trained, allied health care professionals who work with the Eye specialist at Northern Health.
They are involved in the assessment, diagnosis and non-surgical management of vision disorders in both adults and children and help to relieve visual symptoms and enhance visual performance.
What to expect from the service?
- You will be seen by the Orthoptist, followed by the Eye specialist on the same day.
- Diagnostic testing with special equipment will be used to screen and assess your visual health.
- Test will include vision, pupil examination, eye pressure measurements and looking at the back of the eye.
- Standard consultations will generally require drops to be placed in your eyes for thorough examination.
- An interpreter can be provided if required.
- Allow up to 2 hours for you clinic visit as you will be seeing two specialists and having your eye tests done on the same day.
Appointment information
What to bring:
- Your distance glasses (prescription if available)
- Medication or list (especially eye drops)
- Previous eye history that you may have from an Optometrist or Ophthalmologist
Please bring a responsible adult with you as you may need to have eye drops administered which will temporarily blur your vision. It is not recommended for you to drive after having eye drops administered.
Cost:
There is no cost for the Orthoptic service