Everett Optometry Clinic

Everett Optometry Clinic, PS

William S. Church, OD
James D. Schrader, OD

Quality Services
Eye Examinations
Examinations are provided by a combination of the doctor and the paraoptometric assistants. We use the latest in computer and laser technology. Typically, it includes: Medical History Measurement of visual acuity Pupil dilation (to evaluate the back part of the eyes) Intraocular pressure (Glaucoma) Analysis Diagnosis Prescription (lenses or medicine) Prognosis And More Recommended Eye Examination Intervals Unlike the rest of your body, your eyes rarely hurt when something is wrong. Do not rely on changes in your vision, broken glasses or lost contacts to remind you of your next appointment. Follow the advice of the experts at the American Optometric Association: Birth-24 months: Usually preformed by pediatrician 2-5 years old: an examination at 3 years of age 6-18 years old: an examination before entering 1st grade and every 2 years following* 19-40 years old: every 2 or 3 years* 41-60 years old: every 2 years* 61 and older: every year* *Patients should be advised to seek eye care more frequently than the recommended re-examination interval if new ocular, visual or systemic health problems develop. In addition, the optometrist may recommend more frequent re-examinations of certain patients at risk. Such patients include: those with diabetes, hypertension, or a family history of glaucoma; those working in occupations that are highly demanding visually or eye hazardous; those taking prescription or nonprescription drugs with ocular side effects; and those with other health concerns or conditions. (From AOA Clinical Practice Guidelines)

LASIK
LAser in SItu Keratomileusis, means to reshape the cornea without disturbing the adjoining tissue. This reshaping allows you to see without corrective lenses! We know that you as a patient may be deterred from LASIK due to all the required traveling to the specialized surgeon’s office. That is why we have started to co-manage LASIK patients with the specialized surgeons of The Harman Eye Clinic (see ‘Links’ for official websites) and Northwest Eye Surgeons (see ‘Links’ for official websites). We provide the patient with the initial evaluation and all follow-up care. That way you as a patient can come to our more conveniently located office and only make one trip to the surgeon’s office. This saves you both time and money!

Humphrey Field Analyzer II
The Humphrey Fields Analyzer II is a visual field instrument. This instrument will test your side vision and your central vision. Knowing how much you are seeing and where you are seeing is extremely important for following and monitoring ocular diseases such as Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Macular Degeneration. Although the visual field is nothing new, the wheelchair accessible Humphrey Fields Analyzer II has the latest technology for the visual fields. It has an ergonomic design for your comfort. It comes with a video monitor system to ensure proper alignment of your eye and to track your eye during the test. A gaze monitor, another feature, provides real time evaluation of your eye’s fixation. The Humphrey Fields Analyzer II will provide the most accurate visual fields test, while you are completely comfortable.

GDxVCC
While the three most common tests for glaucoma: tonometry, also known as the eye pressure check; visual field test; and optic nerve evaluation, are useful, they may not detect glaucoma early enough. The GDxVCC takes advantage of new laser evaluation technology; allowing us to detect glaucoma and other diseases in their early stages. The GDxVCC uses its technology to take a picture of the back the eye and evaluate the nerve fiber layer directly and objectively. The GDxVCC is an easy test to take with no dilation required, and test results are produced in minutes.

Pachymetry
Sonogage CORNEO-GAGE™ PLUS pachometer is acknowledged to be the most accurate and measurement-reproducible pachometers available. These benefits are due to the exclusive use of 50 MHz transducers, and 1000 measurement echo average for every displayed reading. This instument measures the thickness of the eye's cornea. The corneal thickness measurements ar applied for the successful care of glaucoma patients, hypertension suspects and refractive surgery candidates.

Retinal Photography
Retinal photography is indicated for use in many clinical settings where a permanent comprehensive view of the retina is required. Retinal photography can clearly show diabetic retinopathy as well as changes affecting the macular area and peripheral retina.

Optical Dispensary
Our optical laboratory has the latest in equipment to not only fabricate your glasses, but to maintain and repair them; should they become broken or damaged. We are able to tint, coat, harden and edge spectacle lenses. We offer a complete selection of high quality eyewear. Our professional staff is trained to help you select frames that look great, fit perfectly and are compatible with your lens prescription. We want you to have glasses you are proud of wearing. Our extensive selection of designer frames include:Daniel Swarovski, Cazal, Coach, Prada, Oakley, Neostyle, Nike, Adidas, Kate Spade, Silhouette, Diva, Marchon, Police, Maui Jim, and much more. Our highly qualified opticians and staff are able to adjust and fit your glasses to you for extended comfort and vision. Come and meet our wonderful dispensary staff.

Contact Lenses
We prescribe and evaluate all major brands of soft and rigid contact lenses. Additionally, we prescribe custom designed contact lenses for special needs as well as special eye problems. Specialized fitting may include: Monovision, bifocal contact lenses, astigmatism contacts, Ortho K and Keratoconus. As part of your contact lens evaluation our doctors will personally assess the conditions of your cornea, your sclera, your conjunctiva, your lids, and your tear film. This is to ensure the best possible health and comfort of your eyes while wearing your contacts. In addition our doctors will also assess the fit and placement of the lens on your eye, using the slit lamp and Keratometry readings. Our doctors will work with you until you are seeing your very best. Our friendly highly trained staff takes pride in their ability to creatively adapt to your individual needs. If you have the drive to wear contact lenses, we have the ability to give you contact lens instruction and training. Our staff is available for ongoing contact lens instruction and training so that you are kept up to date on how to care for your eyes while wearing contact lenses. Contact us if you have any questions regarding contact lenses.

Insurance
We are participating providers for the following insurances as well as many others: Aetna Blue Cross Carpenters Cigna Healthcare Essence EyeMed First Choice HMA Lifewise Health Medicare Providence Health Plan Regence Secure Horizons Tricare United Healthcare Uniform Medical Vision Service Plan Many More* *If your insurance is not listed below please contact us to see if we are providers of your particular insurance.

Payment Options
We accept the following payment methods: Personal Checks Debit Cards Visa Mastercard American Express Discover Cash Feel free to contact our office manager regarding any payment concerns.