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The Discussion
What a patient is always thinking, but sometimes only shares when the low vision doctor leaves the room. Yes, you ...
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Binasal Occlusion (BNO)
Binasal occlusion is a method of partially, or fully, blocking the visual field toward the nose in each eye. It ...
Who is Midwest Low Vision?
W. Jarrod Long, OD, FIALVS Dr. Jarrod Long is the owner and founder of Midwest Low Vision. He has been ...
Your Trusted Low Vision Specialist: Serving Bloomington, Clarksville, and Evansville, Indiana.
Hello to our dedicated patients and esteemed referring physicians,At Midwest Low Vision, our commitment has always been to ensure specialized ...
What is the Difference between Wet and Dry Macular Degeneration?
Dr. Long's latest addition to the Midwest Low Vision YouTube playlist, "What is Macular Degeneration?" ...
Choroideremia. What is it? Can Low Vision Help?
While choroideremia is rare, affecting only 1 in 50,000 to 100,000, I've seen several patients with this condition for low ...
Top Ten Tips to Promote Low Vision Independence
Promoting INDEPENDENCE for Low Vision Patients. Independence is at the heart of what I do for patients as a low ...
Unlocking a Brighter World: A Life-Changing Journey with Bioptic Telescopic Glasses!
Here is a great example of why I continue to practice low vision care. Of course, there is no typical ...
Low Vision and Blindness Accessibility in Hospitals
Holly, our lead low vision technician, and also a patient with Stargardt Disease, was invited along with another individual with ...
How is a Low Vision Refraction Different?
A refraction is the "one or two?" test. We use it to determine your glasses prescription. What if you have ...