Our Services
Preventative medicine, we all know it is important. This is why we have yearly physicals and get our teeth cleaned every 6 months. But, do you think about eye care as being part of preventative medicine? We do! As your Doctors, it is not only important to us to diagnosis and treat your current eye problems, but EDUCATION about preventative eye care is equally vital. Everyday we educate our patients on ways to keep their eyesight as perfect as possible from wearing sunglasses to prevent cataracts and retinal diseases, to comprehensive eye examinations for infants and toddlers to prevent a lazy eye, to Orthokeratology to slow the progression of nearsightedness. When we our first practice in 1999, we knew the basis of our practice would be EDUCATION. We look forward to seeing you soon to teach you a little more about your vision and your eye health.
Sincerely,
Drs. Heather and Kevin Sorensen
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THE COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMINATION:
Your comprehensive eye examination is tailored to your specific needs and concerns.
During your examination, your eyes will be fully evaluated for your current prescription, your eye muscle function, your visual pathway function and the health of your entire eye. In addition to being evaluated for cataracts and glaucoma, your eyes are also monitored for hundreds of other diseases and conditions that may occur in the eye. Most patients will have eye drops put in their eyes that will dilate (enlarge) their pupils in order for the doctor to fully view their entire retina. At the end of your examination, you will have a glasses prescription and the doctor will fully review the findings and answer any questions you may have.
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DIABETIC EYE EXAMS:
Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the working age group. Unfortunately, diabetes affects the blood vessels throughout the body including the year. A minimum of yearly eye examinations with dilation are essential for any patient diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes to ensure any signs of diabetes affecting your eyes is caught at the beginning stages so appropriate treatment can begin. We communicate with your family doctor or endocrinologist all of our findings to ensure we are working as a team to manage the effects of your diabetes on your eyes.
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AGE RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION EXAMS (ARMD):
As we age, the retina may develop deposits in the retina caused drusen which will begin to cause blur or visual distortion. There are 2 types of ARMD, dry and wet. Dilated eye exams and OCT (scanning of the inner layers of the retina) will be performed to monitor for changes and evaluate which treatment is necessary. Along with age, ultraviolet exposure from the sun contributes to progression. Therefore, good coverage quality sunglasses should always be worn when outside.
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ORTHOKERATOLOGY:
Patients interested in decreasing or eliminating their need for daytime glasses and contact lenses, as well as slowing down the progressive of nearsightedness, may be a candidate for orthokeratology (OrthoK). OrthoK corrects your vision while you sleep. Get more information on our OrthoK specialty page.
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THE CONTACT LENS EXAMINATION:
Your contact lens examination includes first having a comprehensive examination. If during the examination, the doctor finds your eyes are healthy and you are a good candidate to wear contact lenses, the doctor will review the different options available to you to correct your vision. Once you and the doctor have decided on the best option for your eyes, the doctor will take the measurements necessary to fit contact lenses on your eyes and proceed at that visit to put lenses on your eyes or will order the contact lenses that will be needed. New contact lens wearers will receive instruction on inserting, removing and caring for their new lenses. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled in order for the doctor to evaluate the lenses after you have had the opportunity to wear them to ensure the lenses are providing good vision and are healthy for your eyes to continue to wear them.
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THE PEDIATRIC EXAMINATION:
Children should have their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months of age or sooner if the parents suspect a problem may exist. A pediatric exam includes the same goals as an adult exam determining a current prescription, muscle function, visual pathway function, and eye health. However, the results are determined by the use of toys, games and different testing tools specific for children. Dilating drops are used during all pediatric exams not only to enlarge the pupil to enable the doctor to evaluate the retinal structures, but to also allow the doctor to fully determine the child's prescription under a controlled visual system. Many parents are worried how their child will react to the testing. However, many children are easier to examine than adults. A child's exam needs to be scheduled when the child will be alert (not around naptime). If you are going to discuss the exam with the child, it is best not to discuss the need for eye drops during the exam as this can make the exam difficult due to the child's apprehension. Parents are always welcome in the exam room. However, it is important the parent only observes and doesn't react to the child's responses. If a child feels comfortable being examined without the parent in the room, it is often easier for a child 4 or older to be examined alone, because the child often behaves better and responds better to the doctor. Parents are always brought into the exam room to discuss all findings and determine the proper treatment needed for each child.
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MYOPIC MANAGEMENT and CONTROL:
Children experiencing
Children experiencing increased myopia, or nearsightedness, have a higher risk of retinal diseases, glaucoma and early onset cataracts. Our Myopia Management and Control Program provides methods of treatment such as Orthokeratology, soft myopia control soft contact lenses, and atropine drops to stop the rapid progression of myopia. A comprehensive examination is first completed and the best option for treatment will be discussed with the child and parent to provide the best visual success and eye health.
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EMERGENCY VISITS:
Anyone experiencing sudden vision problems or eye infections should call our office immediately at 321-724-2020.
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REFRACTIVE SURGERY EXAMINATION:
Any patient considering refractive surgery (Lasik) should let the doctor know at the beginning of the exam. In addition to your comprehensive eye exam, the doctor will do additional testing to evaluate if you are a candidate for Lasik or one of the other types of refractive surgery. At the end of your exam, the doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of surgery and refer you to a surgeon if you decide you would like to proceed. In addition, once you have had your surgery, the doctor will provide your after surgery care.
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Facilities and Equipment
When you leave our office, you will know you have had the most thorough exam possible! We use the latest equipment to ensure your proper eye health. We are always looking for the best products to give you the best vision. We fit all types of contact lenses, especially bifocal and astigmatism, and welcome patients that have been told they can't wear contact lenses. Our optical carries frames in all price ranges and includes such designer eyewear as OGI, Tommy Hilfiger, Carrera, Nicole Miller and many more. Your vision is only as good as the lenses used we use only quality lenses in your glasses to provide distortion free vision!
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Types of Payment Accepted
We accept Cash, Personal Checks, Master Card, Visa, and Care Credit.
Insurance Plans
We participate with Aetna, Health First, Oscar, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, UHC, Davis Vision, VSP, Eyemed, VCP and others. If you do not see your insurance company listed, please call your insurance as we may be providers. Check with our staff if you have other types of coverage. Since insurance plans have special exclusions, please call your insurance company to ensure we are providers with your specific plan if you would like us to bill your insurance.
Sincerely,
Drs. Heather and Kevin Sorensen
_________________________________
THE COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMINATION:
Your comprehensive eye examination is tailored to your specific needs and concerns.
During your examination, your eyes will be fully evaluated for your current prescription, your eye muscle function, your visual pathway function and the health of your entire eye. In addition to being evaluated for cataracts and glaucoma, your eyes are also monitored for hundreds of other diseases and conditions that may occur in the eye. Most patients will have eye drops put in their eyes that will dilate (enlarge) their pupils in order for the doctor to fully view their entire retina. At the end of your examination, you will have a glasses prescription and the doctor will fully review the findings and answer any questions you may have.
_________________________________
DIABETIC EYE EXAMS:
Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the working age group. Unfortunately, diabetes affects the blood vessels throughout the body including the year. A minimum of yearly eye examinations with dilation are essential for any patient diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes to ensure any signs of diabetes affecting your eyes is caught at the beginning stages so appropriate treatment can begin. We communicate with your family doctor or endocrinologist all of our findings to ensure we are working as a team to manage the effects of your diabetes on your eyes.
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AGE RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION EXAMS (ARMD):
As we age, the retina may develop deposits in the retina caused drusen which will begin to cause blur or visual distortion. There are 2 types of ARMD, dry and wet. Dilated eye exams and OCT (scanning of the inner layers of the retina) will be performed to monitor for changes and evaluate which treatment is necessary. Along with age, ultraviolet exposure from the sun contributes to progression. Therefore, good coverage quality sunglasses should always be worn when outside.
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ORTHOKERATOLOGY:
Patients interested in decreasing or eliminating their need for daytime glasses and contact lenses, as well as slowing down the progressive of nearsightedness, may be a candidate for orthokeratology (OrthoK). OrthoK corrects your vision while you sleep. Get more information on our OrthoK specialty page.
_________________________________
THE CONTACT LENS EXAMINATION:
Your contact lens examination includes first having a comprehensive examination. If during the examination, the doctor finds your eyes are healthy and you are a good candidate to wear contact lenses, the doctor will review the different options available to you to correct your vision. Once you and the doctor have decided on the best option for your eyes, the doctor will take the measurements necessary to fit contact lenses on your eyes and proceed at that visit to put lenses on your eyes or will order the contact lenses that will be needed. New contact lens wearers will receive instruction on inserting, removing and caring for their new lenses. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled in order for the doctor to evaluate the lenses after you have had the opportunity to wear them to ensure the lenses are providing good vision and are healthy for your eyes to continue to wear them.
_________________________________
THE PEDIATRIC EXAMINATION:
Children should have their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months of age or sooner if the parents suspect a problem may exist. A pediatric exam includes the same goals as an adult exam determining a current prescription, muscle function, visual pathway function, and eye health. However, the results are determined by the use of toys, games and different testing tools specific for children. Dilating drops are used during all pediatric exams not only to enlarge the pupil to enable the doctor to evaluate the retinal structures, but to also allow the doctor to fully determine the child's prescription under a controlled visual system. Many parents are worried how their child will react to the testing. However, many children are easier to examine than adults. A child's exam needs to be scheduled when the child will be alert (not around naptime). If you are going to discuss the exam with the child, it is best not to discuss the need for eye drops during the exam as this can make the exam difficult due to the child's apprehension. Parents are always welcome in the exam room. However, it is important the parent only observes and doesn't react to the child's responses. If a child feels comfortable being examined without the parent in the room, it is often easier for a child 4 or older to be examined alone, because the child often behaves better and responds better to the doctor. Parents are always brought into the exam room to discuss all findings and determine the proper treatment needed for each child.
--------------------------------------
MYOPIC MANAGEMENT and CONTROL:
Children experiencing
Children experiencing increased myopia, or nearsightedness, have a higher risk of retinal diseases, glaucoma and early onset cataracts. Our Myopia Management and Control Program provides methods of treatment such as Orthokeratology, soft myopia control soft contact lenses, and atropine drops to stop the rapid progression of myopia. A comprehensive examination is first completed and the best option for treatment will be discussed with the child and parent to provide the best visual success and eye health.
_________________________________
EMERGENCY VISITS:
Anyone experiencing sudden vision problems or eye infections should call our office immediately at 321-724-2020.
______________________________
REFRACTIVE SURGERY EXAMINATION:
Any patient considering refractive surgery (Lasik) should let the doctor know at the beginning of the exam. In addition to your comprehensive eye exam, the doctor will do additional testing to evaluate if you are a candidate for Lasik or one of the other types of refractive surgery. At the end of your exam, the doctor will discuss the risks and benefits of surgery and refer you to a surgeon if you decide you would like to proceed. In addition, once you have had your surgery, the doctor will provide your after surgery care.
_____________________________________
Facilities and Equipment
When you leave our office, you will know you have had the most thorough exam possible! We use the latest equipment to ensure your proper eye health. We are always looking for the best products to give you the best vision. We fit all types of contact lenses, especially bifocal and astigmatism, and welcome patients that have been told they can't wear contact lenses. Our optical carries frames in all price ranges and includes such designer eyewear as OGI, Tommy Hilfiger, Carrera, Nicole Miller and many more. Your vision is only as good as the lenses used we use only quality lenses in your glasses to provide distortion free vision!
______________________________
Types of Payment Accepted
We accept Cash, Personal Checks, Master Card, Visa, and Care Credit.
Insurance Plans
We participate with Aetna, Health First, Oscar, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, UHC, Davis Vision, VSP, Eyemed, VCP and others. If you do not see your insurance company listed, please call your insurance as we may be providers. Check with our staff if you have other types of coverage. Since insurance plans have special exclusions, please call your insurance company to ensure we are providers with your specific plan if you would like us to bill your insurance.