Protect Your Vision From Glaucoma

Early detection, advanced diagnostic technology, and personalized care to help protect your vision for years to come.

Early Detection Matters

A Closer Look at Your Glaucoma Risk

Glaucoma can develop gradually and often without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. Because eye pressure is only one part of the picture, a comprehensive glaucoma evaluation looks at several factors that help Dr. Garn detect and monitor changes that may affect your vision.

Depending on your individual needs, testing may include:

  • Eye pressure measurement
  • OCT imaging of the optic nerve
  • Visual field testing to evaluate peripheral vision
  • Corneal thickness measurement
  • Retinal and optic nerve imaging
  • Comprehensive evaluation of the optic nerve and overall eye health

While vision already lost to glaucoma cannot be restored, early detection and ongoing management can help slow disease progression and reduce the risk of further vision loss.

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ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC TECHNOLOGY

Advanced Glaucoma Technology

Advanced technology helps Dr. Garn evaluate the optic nerve, peripheral vision, and eye pressure and monitor for changes over time.

Topcon Maestro2 OCT

Topcon Maestro2 OCT

Detailed OCT imaging allows Dr. Garn to evaluate the optic nerve and retinal structures and monitor subtle changes associated with glaucoma over time.

Medical imaging device with dual lenses.

Octopus 123 Visual Field Analyzer

Visual field testing evaluates peripheral vision and helps identify and monitor vision changes associated with glaucoma.

ICARE TONOMETER

iCare Tonometer

Provides quick and comfortable measurement of eye pressure without the traditional air puff.

Together, these technologies provide Dr. Garn with a more complete picture of your eye health and allow findings to be compared over time.

Understanding Your Risk

Glaucoma Risk Factors

Anyone can develop glaucoma, but certain factors may increase your risk, including:

  • Increased eye pressure
  • Age
  • Family history of glaucoma
  • Diabetes
  • Long-term use of corticosteroid medications
  • Previous eye injury or eye surgery
  • Certain anatomical features of the eye

Knowing your individual risk factors can help determine how closely your eye health should be monitored.

Overview of the eye care team

Glaucoma Care

Treatment & Management

The goal of glaucoma treatment is to protect the optic nerve and preserve your vision by controlling eye pressure and monitoring for changes over time.

Depending on your individual needs, treatment may include:

  • Prescription eye drops to help lower eye pressure
  • Regular monitoring of eye pressure, the optic nerve, and visual field
  • Referral for laser or surgical treatment when appropriate

Dr. Garn will recommend a management plan based on your type of glaucoma, eye pressure, optic nerve health, and any changes detected over time.

Your Glaucoma Questions Answered

Common Questions About Diagnosis and Treatment

Protect Your Sight

Schedule a Glaucoma Evaluation

Early detection and ongoing monitoring are important to protecting your vision from glaucoma. If you have risk factors, concerns about glaucoma, or are due for an eye examination, we're here to help.