Our Internet site attracts visitors from all over the globe who are interested in learning about vision therapy. This is great news, as we’re happy to help spread the word.
However, because we’re based in the state of Wisconsin in the United States of America, we can’t provide clinical help for many of our readers.Before we get to the referral sources, it’s important that you understand that a Functional Vision Test is important for a diagnosis, and why we can’t simply diagnose you based on a few symptoms you provide for us.
The visual system involves the eyes, the brain and visual pathways. There are many potential causes of a vision problem, and thorough testing is essential to pinpoint the issue. In a three-part series, we detailed what a qualified developmental optometrist will test for in a Functional Vision Test.
You need to be seen by a qualified, developmental optometrist. So where do you find one?
Finding a Developmental Optometrist
In Wisconsin
If you live in Wisconsin, The Vision Therapy Center covers much of the southern portion of the state, with offices in Madison and Brookfield. We routinely have patients drive over an hour for testing and/or vision therapy.
Here is a link to the Wisconsin locations for The Vision Therapy Center.
Outside Wisconsin
College of Optometrists in Vision Development
If you live outside Wisconsin, we’ll refer you the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and their doctor locator.
The College of Optometrists in Vision Development is a non-profit, international members association of eye-care professionals, including optometrists, optometry students and vision therapists.
Here’s a link to their doctor locator.
Optometric Extension Program Foundation
The Optometric Extension Program Foundation is an international organization dedicated to the advancement of the discipline of optometry through the gathering and dissemination of information on vision and the visual process.
Here is a link to their international referral page.
In India
We routinely receive requests for Functional Vision Tests in India. We would refer you to two developmental optometrists in India:
Nivedha B. Optom (Sankara Nethralaya), FCOVD-I (USA)
Kids Care - Children's Clinic & Pediatric Neurology Center
c-14A,Sector-2,Main road, near police station, Devendra nagar
Raipur, Chattisgarh-492001
www.kidscarehospital.com
PH -8987786140
Aditya Goyal, B.Opt, MS, FCOVD I
(Behavioral and developmental optometrist)
Vision Aid,
29, C.P. Ramaswamy road,
Alwarpet,
Chennai 600018
India
We are creating a database of international doctors who practice vision therapy. If you would like to be added to our list, please email Greg Mischio.