The Low Vision Clinic (LVC) is a specialized centre established to offer people with different levels of vision impairment the benefits of low vision devices to maximize remaining vision whenever possible. The clinic provides a comprehensive clinical assessment and advisory services conducted by a team of qualified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists.
 

What is Low Vision?

Low Vision is an impairment of vision that has adverse effects on the daily functioning of an individual. The person with low vision retain some usable vision may have difficulties in reading newspaper print,  recognizing faces, see bus numbers or watching television even with he use of spectacles or contact lenses.  Low vision often may occur as a result of birth defects, injuries, aging or as a result of complications from diseases such as diabetes. It usually manifests itself in several forms, namely, loss of acuity (the visual ability to see fine details) or loss of visual field.

Low vision cannot be adequately corrected with surgery, spectacles or contact lenses.  However, the remaining vision can be maximized to its fullest potential through the use of specially prescribed magnifiers and other low vision devices.

If you are experiencing difficulties in reading small prints and carrying out daily activities due to sight related problems, please call Ms Alyse Wong at +65 6251 4331 for an appointment for consultation.

For Eye Care Professional who wish to refer patients to our Low Vision Clinic, please complete the Referral Form and email it to alyse@savh.org.sg or fax it to us at 65 62537191.

A nominal fee is charge for consultation at the Low Vision Clinic. Clients who are registered will pay a special rate and private patients will be charge at a regular rate with a small fee to cover administrative services. Please refer to our fees table for more information.
 

Last Updated: Wednesday, 14-Jul-2010 10:35 AM
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