 Eye Exams Click links to review information ... Sight Test vs. Complete Eye Health Exam; what’s the difference? Adult Exam Information Children’s Exam Information Senior Exam Information The Newest Technology GDx Medical Eye Health Exams Matrix FDT Field Test Digital Photography Plus Optix Book Your Appointment Today  Sight Test vs. Complete Eye Health Exam; what’s the difference? Sight tests are advertised by opticians (those who sell eyeglasses) in order to
make lenses in eyeglasses. Their testing is based solely on a computerized
measurement, and they do not test the general function or health of the eyes.
Their education is limited to a few weeks of training. They are not eye doctors,
and they cannot evaluate or diagnose Book Your Full Eye Health Exam Today Back to Top Adult Exam Information Comprehensive adult eye examinations are generally needed every two years and are not covered by Alberta Health Care. However, for your convenience, we do direct bill all insurance companies that do allow payments directly to us. Your eye examination will be about an hour long, during which time Dr. McClung will test your vision, eye coordination, ocular alignment, focusing, colour vision, peripheral vision, and of course your eye health. New imaging and diagnostic devices will help Dr. McClung including such devises as the Optomap 200º Retinal Laser Scan, GDx Glaucoma Diagnostic Laser, FDT Matrix Field Test, and High Definition retinal Photography. All of these new instruments and tests provide Dr. McClung with a thorough understanding of the health of your eyes, which enables him to detect early any problems that could permanently damage your vision. Book Your Exam Today and if you book a Contact Lens exam you can receive the Contact Lens Exam at discount. Back to Top Children’s Exams Information Alberta Health Care covers eye examinations once each year for those ages 0 to 18 years.
Eye examinations are vital to the health and development of a child's sight and
should be done at age 6 months, age 3, age 5, and yearly thereafter.
Instead of using a regular eye chart, Dr. McClung has various techniques and
tools to help keep a child's attention during the testing. These tests are fun
and non-evasive but will help determine how the
Plus Optix is the latest way to check the visual needs of your child.
Book Your Exam Today Back to Top The Newest Technology Optomap Retinal Exam
An Optomap Retinal Exam Provides: A scan to confirm a healthy eye or, to detect the presence of diseases An overview or map of the retina, giving Dr. McClung a more detailed view than he can achieve by other means. The opportunity for you to view and discuss the Optomap images of your eye with Dr. McClung at the time of your exam A permanent record for your medical file, enabling Dr. McClung to make important comparisons if potential problems show themselves at a future examination   Dr. McClung strongly believes that the Optomap Retinal Exam is an essential part of your comprehensive eye exam and highly recommends it for all patients. This screening is included in all Adult Exams but is not covered by Alberta Health Care and therefore is optional for Children and Seniors as there is an additional cost. Back to Top Gdx The GDx is a laser device that measures the integrity of the tissue surrounding the optic nerve. It is specifically useful in aiding in the earlier detection of glaucoma. Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss in an ever-aging population. Earlier detection means better visual outcomes and a better quality of life. It is a wonderful addition to the office in improving eye care for our patients. Back to Top Medical Eye Health and Emergencies Medical eye health exams, including ocular emergencies, are now covered through Alberta Health Care. This includes red eyes, eye pain or discomfort, ocular foreign bodies as well as annual diabetic medical eye exams. Now no more long waits in the emergency room for eye related medical problems. Back to Top
Matrix FDT Field Test This is a field test that measures the sensitivity of the internal tissues to visual stimulus. This device uses new technology called frequency doubling that enables even a more sensitive and precise measurement of the function of the eyes internal structures than previous field tests. It is particularly useful in the diagnosis of glaucoma and optic nerve problems. Back to Top
Digital Photography New Digital photography has enabled high resolution imaging of the eye's internal structures. As well, software can enhance, enlarge, and even measure the size of suspect areas. Follow-up care and monitoring of change and progression in enhanced. Digital photography is a valuable tool in an ever-increasing fight against eye diseases and vision loss. Back to Top
Plus Optix This instrument measures a visual prescription for infants, even as young as 6 months old. It is fun for the kids with a variety of lights and sounds to attract their attention while the devise measures the power of the child's eyes. From this instrument and other tests, infant and young children can be prescribed glasses with even greater accuracy then ever before. It's fun, and the kids generally love it. |
Did You Know? Colour Blindness This is how a normal person would perceive a rainbow of colours.  Protanopia - A form of colour blindness where people tend to confuse reds and greens.  Deuteranopia - A form of colour blindness where people will confuse greens and reds, and greens and blues.  Tritanopia - A form of colour blindness in which blues and greens are confused.   We Are On Facebook! Come join us there ...  Check Us Out on Clearly Medicine Hat! Your local search engine.  |
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any eye health problems. As you can
imagine, the practice of sight testing is quite controversial as it gives a
false impression of providing an eye exam. In fact, some places even call it an
"eye test" when it is no more than testing your sight. 
eyes and vision are developing. Dr. McClung will test the eyes reaction to
light, test eye coordination, test muscle and nerve development, and of course
vision and the health of the eyes. And yes, Dr. McClung can tell the
prescription of even a 6 month old to determine if they need glasses or not.
It's fun
ry year for seniors.
It is highly recommended that seniors have a thorough vision and eye health exam
yearly. Dr. McClung will particularly watch for age related issues such as
cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. But general health concerns can
impact the eyes as well such as diabetes and high blood pressure to name a few.
As the body ages we are more susceptible to increasing eye health problems. Have
your eyes examined regularly.
