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Manhattan Vision Screening and Follow-Up Study (NYC-SIGHT): optometric exam improves access and utilization of eye care services.
Diamond Daniel F, Hirji Sitara, Xing Samantha X, Gorroochurn Prakash, Horowitz Jason D, Wang Qing et al.
Graefes Arch Clin Exp OphthalmolJan 20243 citationsCross-Sectional Study
Community-based optometric exams effectively detected vision-affecting conditions in underserved populations. This improves eye care access, especially for those with prior diagnoses or Spanish speakers, highlighting optometrists' crucial role.