A New Look at Optometry
- by Patty Jo Sawvel
According to Dr. Amy Harper - who is opening
an optometry practice in Kernersville - there is more
to optometry than glasses and contacts.
"While examining a person's eyes,"
said Dr. Harper, "an optometrist can detect up
to 80% of all systemic diseases, including diabetes,
high blood pressure, cancer, AIDS/HIV, arthritis, and
irritable bowel syndrome."
About two years ago, Dr. Harper had a
patient who complained of chronic headaches, dizzy spells,
and tingling in her arms and legs. Dr. Harper did a
full eye exam that included a visual field test. As
a result of that exam, she flagged the possibility of
multiple sclerosis. She referred the patient to a neurologist
and a couple of weeks later she received a report that
confirmed her suspicions. (Full
article HERE!)
