Eye Exams

Comprehensive Medical Eye Exams

Your eyes are more than just windows to the world—they’re also windows into your overall health. At Clear Vision San Antonio, we provide thorough medical eye exams designed to protect and preserve your vision. Unlike a basic vision screening or routine glasses check, a medical eye exam looks deeper to detect, monitor, and treat conditions that can affect your eye health and long-term vision.

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What is a Medical Eye Exam?

A medical eye exam is a complete evaluation of your eye health performed by an eye care specialist. It goes beyond measuring vision or updating prescriptions. Our doctors carefully examine the structures of your eye to check for early signs of disease or damage.

We look for conditions such as:

Glaucoma (increased eye pressure that can damage the optic nerve)
Cataracts (clouding of the lens that blurs vision)
Macular Degeneration (damage to the central retina that affects reading and detail)
Diabetic Retinopathy (changes in the retina caused by diabetes)
Dry Eye Disease and other corneal issues

Why Medical Eye Exams Matter

Many eye diseases don’t show symptoms until vision is permanently affected. With advanced technology and regular exams, our doctors can catch problems early—when they’re most treatable.

Benefits include:

Early detection of eye diseases before vision loss occurs
Monitoring chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension
Tailored treatment plans to protect your long-term vision

What to Expect During Your Exam

During your medical eye exam, we may perform:

A detailed health and vision history
Eye pressure testing
Retinal imaging or dilation to examine the back of the eye
Visual field testing (to check peripheral vision)
Corneal and lens evaluation

Our team takes the time to explain results and create a personalized care plan for your eyes.

FAQs About Medical Eye Exams

A: If you have diabetes, glaucoma, or other health conditions, yearly exams (or as recommended by your doctor) are very important. Even without symptoms, adults over 40 should have regular exams to protect against age-related changes.

A: In many cases, yes. If your exam is related to a medical condition like diabetes, cataracts, or glaucoma, it is often billed as a medical service rather than vision insurance. Our staff can help you understand your coverage.

A: A routine eye exam checks vision and may update your glasses or contacts prescription. A medical eye exam looks for diseases or conditions that can threaten your sight or overall health.

Protect your vision and your health. Schedule your comprehensive medical eye exam at Clear Vision San Antonio today.