Oogzorgpraktijk Arnhem 4·D Optiek

About Oogzorgpraktijk Arnhem 4·D Optiek

Oogzorgpraktijk Arnhem 4·D Optiek is a primary eye care practice in Arnhem. Optometrists examine eye conditions and eye diseases, treat or monitor them where necessary, and refer patients to their GP when medical treatment is needed.

Eye care

The optometrist assesses whether glasses are needed or whether there is an eye problem that cannot be resolved with glasses or contact lenses. The practice is the first point of contact for primary eye care.

• Eye examination for eye complaints
• Assessment of eye conditions and eye diseases
• Assessment of the required glasses prescription
• Treatment or monitoring of eye conditions
• Preventive eye examination

Complaints and risk factors

An appointment may be appropriate for vision problems, eye irritation or certain conditions affecting the client or their family. A preventive examination can also be scheduled when there are no complaints.

• Blurred or double vision
• Tired, itchy or irritated eyes
• Red eyes
• Watery eyes
• Dry eyes
• Eye problems when reading or working at a screen
• Headache
• Difficulty focusing
• Pain in or around the eyes
• Flashes of light
• Spots or threads drifting across the field of vision
• Diabetes mellitus
• Hypertension
• Macular degeneration
• Glaucoma

Approach

If medical treatment by an ophthalmologist appears necessary, the optometrist refers the patient to their GP. The GP then decides whether a referral to an ophthalmologist is needed.