Optos Ultra-Widefield Retinal Imaging

Enables us to discover, diagnose, document and treat ocular pathology that may first present in the internal periphery – pathology which may go undetected using traditional examination techniques and equipment. This high-resolution retinal imaging device images more than 80% or 200 ̊ degrees of the retina in a single capture without the need for dilation drops.

Strawn & Co. Optometry is the only location in West Kelowna with ultra-widefield technology and it is included in all examinations. You wouldn’t have a dentist examine only your front two teeth – you would have a thorough examination of your mouth; Why settle for less with your eyes?

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Our Technology

Zeiss Cirrus Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

Zeiss Cirrus Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

OCT technology generates high-resolution, cross-sectional and three-dimensional (3D) images of the retina and optic nerve to obtain valuable information that aids in the diagnosis and management of a range of ocular diseases including glaucoma, diabetes and macular degeneration. Not all patients require OCT imaging, but it provides the highest level of care to those who do. Your doctor will discuss OCT imaging with you if they deem it necessary.
Pachymetry

Pachymetry

Pachymetry is a measurement of the thickness of the cornea. Central corneal thickness measurements are important because they affect the accurate measurement of eye pressure. Pachymetry measurements are always included in examinations at Strawn & Co. Optometry and no physical contact with the eye is required.
Automated Visual Field Testing

Automated Visual Field Testing

A visual field test identifies areas of reduced sensitivity or losses of your​ central and peripheral vision which may be caused by various medical conditions such as ​glaucoma,​ stroke, drug toxicity, brain tumours or other neurological deficits. It is also used to monitor disease treatments. Your doctor will discuss automated visual field testing with you if they deem it necessary.

Macula Risk DNA Testing

Recommended for patients with intermediate or advanced dry macular degeneration (AMD).

The only recognized treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is high dose vitamin supplementation with the AREDS2 formulation (found in commercial vitamins such as Vitalux and Preservision). The formulation was shown to be significantly effective in reducing the risk of progression from dry AMD to wet AMD, but in recent analysis it has been shown that not all patients respond equally due to their genetics. Many patients with certain genotypes can experience a greater than 50% reduction in their risk for progression to wet AMD. However, approximately 15% of patients experience a 3-4x increased risk of progression to wet AMD when taking the AREDS2 formulation. Therefore, it is a medical necessity to prescribe the correct supplement.

Macula Risk is a DNA test intended for patients who have a diagnosis of mild to intermediate dry AMD. It will not only indicate the safest vitamin supplement based on genetics, but it will determine the risk for progression to advanced AMD with vision loss over 2, 5 and 10 years.

Speak to one of our doctors to see if Macula Risk is right for you.

Comprehensive Eye Exams

We have invested in the latest diagnostic equipment available to provide you with the most comprehensive, comfortable and efficient examination possible. No eyedrops required!

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