Program Category: Chronic Conditions

Diabetes Eye Screening Program – Teleophthalmology

Yearly diabetes eye screenings can reduce the risk of diabetes-related damage to the eye (retinopathy) which, if left untreated, can cause vision loss.

• Screenings are FREE (OHIP is not required)
• The painless, 60 minute screening is done by a registered practical nurse and has the following three steps:
  • Vision is checked using an eye chart – contacts or glasses (if worn) needed for exam
  • Eye is numbed using eye drops and eye pressure is checked
  • Pupil is enlarged (dilated) using eye drops and pictures of the back of the eye (retina) are taken
• Results of the exam are sent electronically (using telemedicine) to a retinal specialist who reviews the results and sends a report to the primary healthcare provider (doctor or nurse practitioner).
• Further eye care is arranged if needed to repair damage.

Service eligibility:

• Services available to  people over the age of 18 with diabetes who have not had an eye screening in the last year.
• A referral is required from your a Doctor or Nurse Practitioner.

To  determine if you are eligible  contact our nurses at 416-461-2493 ext 276

Screenings are FREE and held at several locations across Toronto:

• Anishnawbe Health Toronto 
• Flemingdon Health Centre 
• LAMP Community Health Centre 
• Mon Sheong, Home for the Aged 
• Parkdale Community Health Centre 
• Scarborough Academic Family Health Team 
• South Riverdale Community Health Centre 
• St. Michaels Hospital, Academic Family Health Team 
• TAIBU Community Health Centre 
• Unison Health and Community Services 
• Women’s College Hospital, Family Practice Health Team 

As a client you can expect the following:

• All programs and services are FREE
• TTC or transportation support is available (depending on eligibility)
• Programs and services are available in your language with advance notice
• A support person is welcome to attend appointments with you

For more information visit www.eyescreening.ca