Guildford Eye Clinic · Diabetic eye exam · Surrey, BC
Diabetes can quietly affect the back of the eye long before you notice any change in your vision. A yearly diabetic eye exam catches those changes early, when they are most treatable. We include OCT retinal imaging at no extra charge, inside Specsavers Guildford Town Centre.
Why it matters
High blood sugar over time can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina, a condition called diabetic retinopathy. In its early stages it usually causes no symptoms at all, which is why so many people do not know it is happening until vision is affected.
The good news is that when we catch these changes early, there is a lot that can be done to protect your sight. That is the whole point of a yearly diabetic eye exam.
What we check
A detailed scan of the retina at no extra charge, which can reveal swelling and early changes before they affect your vision.
We examine the blood vessels and the back of the eye for the early signs of diabetic retinopathy and other changes.
We test your vision and the overall health of your eyes, and explain clearly what we find in plain language.
If we find changes, we explain them, advise on timing for the next check, and coordinate care when needed.
Cost and coverage
A diabetic eye exam is a medically necessary exam, and medically necessary exams are covered by MSP for all ages. We bill MSP directly where it applies and direct bill most insurance plans, and we always explain any costs clearly before your visit.
Most people with diabetes should have this exam every year, or as often as your eye doctor advises. Pair it with a glaucoma and OCT check for a full picture of your eye health.
Good to know
Most people with diabetes should have a dilated diabetic eye exam every year, or more often if your eye doctor advises it. Regular exams catch diabetic retinopathy early, when it is most treatable.
Yes. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels in the retina, a condition called diabetic retinopathy, which can lead to vision loss if it is not caught and managed. Early changes usually have no symptoms, so yearly exams matter.
A diabetic eye exam is a medically necessary exam, and medically necessary exams are covered by MSP for all ages. We bill MSP directly where it applies and explain any costs clearly first.
Diabetic retinopathy is damage to the small blood vessels in the retina caused by diabetes over time. It often has no early symptoms, which is why a yearly exam with retinal imaging is so important for anyone with diabetes.
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Protect your vision
OCT retinal imaging included, often covered by MSP as a medically necessary exam. Book online any time, or call (604) 229-9627.
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