Eye Care

Overview

If the curvature of your cornea or lens varies from normal, or your eye is longer or shorter than normal, light will not focus sharply on your retina. These conditions create what is called a refractive error, which results in blurry vision.

Variations in the shape of the cornea may create nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) or a mild imperfection in the curvature of your cornea that can cause distorted, blurry vision (astigmatism). As a natural part of aging, people older than 40 gradually lose the ability to focus on nearby objects (presbyopia).

Eye tests assess visual function, refractive errors, eye muscle balance, and the presence or absence of glaucoma, corneal disease, retinal disease, and cataract. Refractive errors can be corrected with glasses, contact lenses or surgery, including laser eye surgery.

Why choose Mayo Clinic for eye care

• Latest technology. Mayo ophthalmologists and optometrists use the latest testing and diagnostic equipment to examine your eyes and diagnose eye problems. Some providers have specialized training and experience to manage patients with complicated refractive errors, eye muscle balance problems, binocular vision and advanced contact lens fitting.
• Comprehensive eye care. Mayo Clinic offers complete eye care services to correct refractive errors and provide follow-up care. All Mayo Clinic locations provide the full range of laser eye surgery options available for vision correction. The Minnesota and Florida campuses have full-service, on-site optical shops featuring the newest eyewear and lens materials for glasses, and custom fittings and consultations to determine the right type of contact lenses.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., is ranked among the Best Hospitals for ophthalmology by U.S. News & World Report.

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