The General Ophthalmology Service provides routine eye examinations, including refraction for glasses and contact lenses, as well as a wide range of other services such as cataract surgery and the diagnosis and management of diverse ocular disorders. General ophthalmologists refer patients to sub-specialists for specific problems requiring more specialized knowledge or skill. The West Philadelphia Prevention of Blindness Program 4Sight is working towards a model program in prevention of blindness from diabetic retinopathy using community intervention. The Contact Lens service fits patients with lenses especially designed for comfort, convenience, and cosmetic needs.
Special lenses are available for patients with corneal diseases.
Each patient is carefully evaluated so that Scheie specialists can provide patients with lenses which give the patient the best possible vision and fit. The Cornea and External Disease service provides medical and surgical care for diseases affecting the cornea. Their services include corneal transplantation and refractive surgery. In addition, expert medical supervision is provided to outpatients requiring special contact lens fitting. A complete examination and specialized testing is performed to determine if a person is a candidate for these procedures.