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Eyecare Greengate's
Low Vision Specialist |
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Jennifer L. Sommer, OD, FAAO
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Dr. Sommer has a continuing interest in treating patients who suffer from visual impairment, whether from ocular disease or injury. She focuses her treatment on using all available resources to give low vision patients the best possible use of their sight. Through magnifying devices, environmental adjustments, and community resources, Dr. Sommer ensures that her patients are able to function in their daily lives and enjoy a good quality of life. A wide range of diagnostic tools and optical devices are available at Eyecare Greengate’s Low Vision Treatment Center to help make this possible. |
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What You Can Expect.
The Greensburg Low Vision Treatment Center at Eyecare Greengate was created to fill the need for a practice dedicated to the treatment of low vision in and around Greensburg, Pennsylvania, and the loss of mobility & decrease inquality of life that often accompany this condition. Our doctors and staff are qualified professionals with experience diagnosing and treating low vision.
No two patients are alike! We customize treatment to each individual.
What is Low Vision?
is a visual impairment that causes you to need more than just glasses or contacts in order to read, watch TV, or do other everyday tasks. It can be a frustrating and limiting condition, but with the correct treatment, there is hope. Low vision can affect peripheral or central vision. You may see dark spots or wavy lines. You could have blurred, fuzzy, or double vision, or you may experience trouble distinguishing detail in low light or when there is low contrast.
What Causes Low Vision?
Some people are born with low vision, but it can also be caused by health conditions that affect the eyes. A few of those conditions are as follows:
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• Glaucoma |
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• Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) |
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• Diabetic Retinopathy |
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• Traumatic Brain Injury |
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When any of these symptoms occur often, or continue over a period of time, it is important to see a doctor.
How We Can Help.
Treatment options are plentiful for sufferers of low vision. A Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist Optometrist assesses your individual symptoms and needs to make sure you receive the treatment that’s best for you. Your vision needs are often best addressed by combining a number of strategies.
The First Step.
If you suffer from low vision, the first step is to call Eyecare Greengate’s Low Vision Treatment Center to schedule a consultation. Discuss your symptoms with one of our doctors, who will take the time to accurately determine the cause of your symptoms and discuss your treatment options with you.
Get the help you need. Call Eyecare Greengate's Low Vision Treatment Center today. 724-836-0802.
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