Reduce the risk of vision loss from diabetes-related eye damage (retinopathy) by having an annual diabetes eye screening.

Screenings are FREE (OHIP is not required)

Who is eligible:

• Age 18+
• Having any type of diabetes: gestational, type 1 or 2 diabetes
• Have not had an eye exam with dilating drops in the last year
• Have a referral from your Doctor or Nurse Practitioner

What to expect:

A 30 – 60 minute examination done by a registered practical nurse, which includes:

• Checking vision with and eye chart (please bring contacts or glasses if you use them).
• Applying eye drops to numb the eyes followed by an eye pressure test.
• Using eye drops to dilate the eyes, if necessary, and capturing images of the retina at the back of the eye.

After the screening:

• Images and information are sent electronically to an eye specialist. They will review them and send a report to your primary care provider through our diabetes eye screening program.
• Additional eye care appointments will be organized if there is a need for more in-depth assessment or possible treatments.

Current screening locations:

• Flemingdon Health Centre
• LAMP Community Health Centre
• Mon Sheong, Home for the Aged
• Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre
• South Riverdale Community Health Centre
• Unison Health and Community Services

Additional services:

• TTC or transportation support is available (depending on eligibility)
• A support person is welcome to attend appointments with you

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