By Madelyne Albright | Camps Coordinator
The Eye Clinic highlighted the vital role of community outreach in overcoming barriers to eye care. By addressing neglected ophthalmic conditions, the camp not only improved health outcomes, but also advanced the mission of promoting equitable access to vision care.
This strong turnout of adults seeking eye care highlights the value of accessible outreach programs.
Objectives
· Provide free eye screening and facilitate early detection of eye diseases.
· Raise community awareness of preventable and treatable eye conditions.
· Dispense corrective eyewear free to individuals with vision impairment.
· Refer patients requiring advanced interventions for specialized care.
· Refer cataract patients for free surgery to Fred Hollows Foundation.
Clinical Team
In our first joint operation. City Eye Hospital provided a Clinical Team of six eye care professionals
Little Rock Children’s Clinic provided competent and cordial patient care in registering and taking vitals.
Outcomes
Number of Patients 167 (M 43: F 124)
0 -18 yrs
11 (6%)
≥ 18yrs
156 (94%)
Ophthalmic Conditions
Cataract
1
Allergic ophthalmitis
13
Dry eye
13
Asthenopia
20
Posterior Capsule Opacifications -1
Total 48
Vision Disorders
Vision Disorders
Refractive errors 56
Presbyopia 23
Keratoconus 1
Total 80
Glasses Dispensed
Ready readers 74
Sunglasses 52
Ready 2 clip 0
Total 126
Readers by Diopters
0.00 15
+1.00 17
+1.50 10
+2.00 9
+2.50 11
+3.00 8
+3.50 - 4
Referrals
One Patient was referred to Fred Hollows Foundation for free cataract surgery
One patient was referred to City Eye Hospital for specialized care of keratoconus
Fifty-six patients were referred to City Eye Hospital for refraction
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