Eye care

The important role the LVAD plays in keeping him alive proved to be a challenge when he needed to have cataract surgery.

Many eye diseases can lead to vision loss. Veterans in rural areas can access specialty care through their local VA clinic’s TECS program.

Veterans Canteen Service introduces online service for ordering contact lenses, a quick and convenient way to get prescription contacts

4-Sight improves access to eyeglasses by automating eyeglass ordering for prosthetics across VHA

A VA eye care program provides telehealth consultations, remote diagnostic capabilities and seamless coordination between health care providers.

VA’s Clinical Resource Hubs is launching pilot programs for virtual eye care services to expand access to care for Veterans.

Cheyenne VA in Wyoming has launched a pilot program to expand mobile eye care. This Technology-based Eye Care Services (TECS) program brings specialty eye care services to underserved Veterans.

Navy Veteran Charles served in World War II. He came to VA after his eyesight began failing. The staff at the VISOR Center helped Charles continue living independently, despite his condition.

New Fort Smith clinic will add eye care, audiology, laboratory and radiology services to current services. Also a computerized tomography (CT) scan in addition to X-ray technology.

In honor of National Eye Exam Month, we’re looking at how ophthalmologists and other eye care professionals are changing lives at VA.

Research plays a critical role in the treatment of Veterans. The VA Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Visual Loss is part of that role.

Dr. April Maa has helped transform eye care delivery across the VA system. A program she developed called TECS - Technology-based Eye Care Services – streamlines the process for all Veterans.