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FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIABETES, GLAUCOMA, OR EARLY STAGE MACULAR DEGENERATION

Introducing our Proactive Eyecare Program (PEP), designed to benefit individuals with diabetes, glaucoma, or early macular degeneration.  With your eye health exams 100% covered by MSP and affordable updates on eyeglass prescriptions, our program ensures efficient and hassle-free monitoring of these eye conditions.  Say goodbye to the frustration of frequent referrals to ophthalmologist offices - our program provides comprehensive care under one roof.  Our goal is to help individuals with these conditions to proactively manage their eye health without financial barriers or ophthalmology referral hassles. 
Experience peace of mind and convenience as our clinic prioritizes your vision.
Please read how to get your eye health exam 100% covered by MSP below.

Diabetics: 

  • diabetic retinal exams are 100% covered by MSP with a one time referral from your GP or nurse practitioner

  • please have your family doctor or nurse practitioner email over a referral indicating the type of diabetes you have and medications you are currently taking (if any)

  • email: info@180optometry.com

  • only a one time referral is needed for continuous care and monitoring of diabetic retinopathy

  • if you require an update on your eyeglass prescription, then a $75.00 fee applies. 

  • Contact lens prescription updates are not part of the standard exam, additional fees apply depending on the type of contacts you wear (soft, hard, multifocal, toric, etc).

  • if you already have an ophthalmologist providing diabetic retinal exams and you just want a prescription update, then the regular refraction only exam fee of $115.00 is charged and any additional fees for a contact lens prescription update applies.

free diabetic eye health exams Vancouver BC, Kitsilano Optometrist, @180 Optometry

Those with Glaucoma, High Eye Pressure, Or Strong Family History of Glaucoma: 

  • glaucoma exams are 100% covered by MSP with a one time referral from your GP or nurse practitioner

  • please have your family doctor or nurse practitioner email over a referral indicating you have glaucoma or they suspect glaucoma and the medications you are currently taking (if any). 

  • email: info@180optometry.com

  • only a one time referral is needed for continuous care and monitoring of your glaucoma

  • our glaucoma exams also include prescribing glaucoma eye drops or prescribing refills if needed

  • if you require an update on your eyeglass prescription, then a $75.00 fee applies

  • Contact lens prescription updates are not part of the standard exam, additional fees apply depending on the type of contacts you wear (soft, hard, multifocal, toric, etc).

  • if you already have an ophthalmologist monitoring your glaucoma and you just want a prescription update, then the regular refraction only exam fee of $115.00 is charged and any additional fees for contact lens prescription update applies.

free eye health exams for those who have glaucoma Vancouver BC, Kitsilano Optometrist, @180 Optometry

Those with Early Stage Macular Degeneration: 

  • macular degeneration exams are 100% covered by MSP with a one time referral from your GP or nurse practitioner

  • please have your family doctor or nurse practitioner email over a referral indicating you have macular degeneration or suspect macular degeneration and the medications you are currently taking (if any). 

  • email: info@180optometry.com

  • only a one time referral is needed for continuous care and monitoring of your macular degeneration

  • if you require an update on your eyeglass prescription, then a $75.00 fee applies

  • Contact lens prescription updates are not part of the standard exam, additional fees apply depending on the type of contacts you wear (soft, hard, multifocal, toric, etc).

  • if you already have an ophthalmologist monitoring your condition and you just want a prescription update, then the regular refraction only exam fee of $115.00 is charged and any additional fees for contact lens prescription update applies.

Once we have received a referral from your GP or NP, then we will contact you to set up your appointment. 
Please take advantage of our proactive eyecare program to experience practical and convenient eyecare!

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