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The Importance of Eye Exams
Age can bring changes that affect eyesight and the health of your eyes. Regular eye exams are vital in detecting problems, as many vision-threatening conditions have no symptoms early in the course of disease. With early intervention, many eye problems can be treated and the risk of vision loss reduced. Regular eye examinations can also help to detect diseases in other parts of the body, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. Having regular eye exams is a way to actively take part in your health care.

Eye Health Information
The following documents offer information to promote eye health and prevent eye injury:

• Aging and Your Eyes
  Published by the National Institute on Aging
• Are You at Risk for Eye Disease?
  Provided by the National Eye Institute
• Saving Your Sight--Early Detection Is Critical
  Published by the Food and Drug Administration

UPMC Vision Services

The UPMC Eye Center employs world class physicians dedicated to preserving vision. They offer a wealth of resources for those with visual handicaps.

UPMC Eye Center
More information on the UPMC Eye Center
(412) 647-2200

To locate ophthalmologists and optometrists who are on the medical staffs of UPMC hospitals, you may use the Find a Doctor to search by specialty, physician name, or ZIP code.

Accessing Vision Services
Contact us to learn more about vision services, or e-mail us your questions.

The American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Ophthalmology allow you to locate vision specialists throughout the state and nation.