A low vision specialist can be a board-certified optometrist, ophthalmologist or a person trained in low vision rehabilitation. These providers have additional credentials or specialization in low vision testing, diagnosis and treatment and can also conduct low vision eye examinations and prescribe special low vision optical and non-optical devices.
You may want to ask the optometrist or doctor you are working with if they have this specialization or can refer you to someone who does. A Low vision specialist can help you determine what devices, services and or accommodations could help maximize your residual vision, independence and quality of life.
If you’re experiencing significant vision loss, a low vision specialist can determine whether special optical and non-optical devices, improved lighting, or other types of specialized services and equipment can help make the best use of your remaining vision.