Service Details

Low Vision Assessment (LVA) Clinic – Dristilok Eye Hospital

The monthly Low Vision Assessment (LVA) Clinic, conducted by Dr. Manjur Elahi, is dedicated to providing specialized vision rehabilitation for individuals with reduced vision that cannot be fully corrected with spectacles or surgery.

The clinic focuses on maximizing residual vision, enhancing independence, and improving quality of life through personalized assessment and assistive solutions.

Services Offered at the LVA Clinic:

Comprehensive Low Vision Assessment

Detailed evaluation to determine the extent and cause of vision loss due to conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and other ocular pathologies.

Low Vision Aids & Assistive Devices

Prescription and training in the use of:

Optical aids: Handheld magnifiers, spectacle-mounted devices, bioptic telescopes

Electronic aids: CCTV / video magnifiers

Non-optical aids: High-contrast tools, enhanced lighting, large-print reading materials

Vision Rehabilitation & Training

Practical training to help patients adapt daily activities such as reading, mobility, and vocational tasks using available vision aids.

Counseling & Support

Guidance and emotional support to help patients and families cope with visual impairment and adjust to lifestyle changes.

At Dristilok Eye Hospital, the Low Vision Clinic aims to empower patients by helping them make the best use of their remaining vision and regain confidence in daily living.