Eye Exam in Las Vegas
At Shepherd Eye Center, our comprehensive eye exams go beyond basic vision testing to protect your sight for life. With five convenient Las Vegas locations and decades of combined experience, our board-certified ophthalmologists use advanced diagnostic technology to detect eye diseases in their earliest stages—often before symptoms appear.
Why Choose Comprehensive Eye Care at Shepherd Eye Center
- Early Detection Advantage: Our thorough exams can identify glaucoma, macular degeneration, and other sight-threatening conditions years before basic screenings
- State-of-the-Art Technology: Advanced imaging and diagnostic equipment for the most accurate assessment of your eye health
- Experienced Las Vegas Eye Doctors: Board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists with specialized training in comprehensive eye care
- Convenient Care: Five Las Vegas area locations with flexible scheduling to fit your busy life
- Insurance Accepted: We work with most major insurance plans to make comprehensive eye care affordable
What Makes Our Comprehensive Eye Exams Different
While basic vision screenings only check if you can see clearly, our comprehensive eye exams thoroughly evaluate your overall eye health. During your visit, we’ll:
- Dilate your pupils to examine your retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels for signs of disease
- Measure eye pressure to screen for glaucoma—the ‘silent thief of sight
- Test peripheral vision to detect blind spots you might not notice
- Examine eye coordination to ensure your eyes work together properly
- Document baseline measurements to track changes over time
- Provide personalized recommendations based on your age, family history, and lifestyle
The result? Peace of mind knowing potential problems are caught early, when treatment is most effective.
Trusted by Las Vegas Families for Over 30 Years
Our patients trust us with their most precious sense—their vision. Here’s why:
- Board-certified specialists with advanced training in comprehensive eye care • 5 convenient locations throughout Las Vegas and Henderson
- Thousands of comprehensive eye exams performed annually
- Advanced diagnostic technology for early detection and accurate diagnosis
- Established practice serving the Las Vegas community since 1992
“What an incredible experience from start to finish! The front office staff, medical assistants, and doctors at the Shepherd Eye Center are exceptional. Their professionalism, kindness, and helpfulness, from check-in to check-out, are rare to find these days. I have nothing but great things to say about this outstanding team.” – Douglas S., Las Vegas
Protect Your Vision Today
Don’t wait for symptoms to appear. Many serious eye diseases show no early warning signs, making comprehensive eye exams your best defense against vision loss.
New Patients Welcome | Most insurance accepted | Five convenient Las Vegas locations
At this exam your eyes will be dilated so the doctor can see into your retina, your vision will be checked and you will be screened for eye diseases or disorders. If further testing is required a more comprehensive exam and possible testing will be scheduled. If you experience any changes in your vision between regularly scheduled visits with your eye specialist, you should schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Early detection of problems and treatment of problems can be the key to optimal eyecare that prevents loss of vision.
When you call to make an eye appointment, be prepared to describe any current vision problems. In addition, patients should ask if the eye exam will affect their vision temporarily and if they will need someone to drive them home. They may also want to ask about the cost of the exam, if their insurance plan will cover any of the cost, and how payment is handled.
What Should I do Before an Eye Exam?
Before going to your eye exam, gather information to help answer questions the eye care professional may ask:
- Symptoms of current eye problems (flashes of light, difficulty seeing at night, temporary double vision, loss of vision, etc.).
- Eye injuries or eye surgeries (approximate dates, where treated).
- Family history of eye problems (glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, etc.).
- Any questions about their vision, glasses, contacts, laser surgery, etc.
- A list of all prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs currently being used.
- Their general health condition (allergies, chronic health problems, operations, etc.).
What Should I Bring to an Eye Exam?
Patients should also take the following items with them to their eye exam:
- Glasses, contact lenses or both.
- A list of all prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs currently being taken.
- Medical or health insurance card.
When Should I Get an Eye Exam?
Signs that You May Need an Eye Exam:
Children:
- Holding a book too close to their eyes.
- Difficulty reading the blackboard in school.
- Complaints of blurry eyesight.
- Squinting a lot.
- Closing or covering one eye in order to see.
If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, schedule your appointment today at Shepherd Eye Center.
Adults:
- Arms are suddenly “too short,” i.e., need to hold the newspaper or other reading material far away.
- Unusual difficulty adjusting to dark rooms.
- Difficulty focusing on close or distant objects.
- Unusual sensitivity to light or glare.
- Change in the color of the iris.
- Red-rimmed, encrusted, or swollen lids.
- Recurrent pain in or around the eyes.
- Double vision.
- Dark spot at the center of their vision.
- Lines and straight edges appear wavy or distorted.
- Excess tearing or “watery eyes.”
- Dry eyes with itching or burning.
- Seeing spots or ghost-like images.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms above schedule an eye exam at Shepherd Eye Center.
The Following Vision Symptoms are Indications of Serious Medical Problems that Require Immediate Attention:
- Sudden loss of vision in one eye.
- Sudden hazy or blurred vision.
- Flashes of light or black spots in the field of vision.
- Halos or rainbows around lights.
- Curtain-like blotting out of vision.
- Loss of peripheral (side) vision.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms call our office immediately at 702.731.2088
Your Routine Eye Care Exam
Visual acuity tests measure the smallest object each eye can see at a certain distance. Normally, each eye will be done individually by covering one eye at a time. It may be necessary to tape a patch over a child’s eye to keep him or her from peeking. The use of the Snellen chart is the most common way to test visual acuity. This chart displays numbers that decrease in size. When taking the test, the distance between the patient and the chart is 20 feet.
20/20 vision is normal. If a person has 20/40 vision, they see at twenty feet what a normal eye sees at forty feet. If a person has 20/200 vision, they are legally blind. They only see at twenty feet what a normal eye sees at two hundred feet. If they have 20/15 vision, they see better than normal. They see at twenty feet what the normal eye would have to bring in to fifteen feet to see.
For children that do not know letters and numbers, they can be tested with the Tumbling E chart. To take this test, the child points his/her finger in the same direction as the E is pointing. Children who are younger than four may have trouble with this test, so there are several different tests used to obtain a child’s accurate visual acuity.
Advanced Diagnostic Testing at Shepherd Eye Center
Our comprehensive eye exams utilize state-of-the-art equipment to provide the most thorough evaluation possible:
- Digital Retinal Photography: Creates detailed images of your retina for early disease detection and progress monitoring
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Cross-sectional imaging to detect macular degeneration and glaucoma damage
- Automated Perimetry: Computerized visual field testing to map your complete field of vision
- Digital Tonometry: Precise eye pressure measurements to screen for glaucoma
- Comprehensive Dilated Fundus Exam: Direct visualization of your retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Comprehensive eye exams for adults include the following:
- Review of family and personal health history.
- Examination of the interior and exterior of the eye for signs of eye disease or general health problems such as diabetes or hardening of the arteries.
- Eye pressure and field of vision tests to diagnose glaucoma.
- Tests of ability to see sharply and clearly at both close and far distances.
- Tests to determine the presence of nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, depth perception problems, and in people over age 40, presbyopia
- Check eye coordination and eye muscle function to make sure the eyes are working together as a team.
- Test of ability to change focus easily from near to far, and vice versa.
Additional Eye Care tests for young children include:
- Check for indications of crossed eyes
- Check to ensure the child is using both eyes
- Tests to check eye-hand-foot coordination
- Tests to determine how well the child’s vision skills are developing
- Tests to determine a normal color vision
Your visit to Shepherd Eye Center will include a discussion of the exam’s findings and any treatment prescribed. Click here to schedule your appointment today!
Making Your Comprehensive Eye Exam Affordable and Convenient
Insurance & Payment Options
- Most major insurance plans accepted including Medicare
- Flexible payment plans available
- HSA/FSA accounts welcomed
- Affordable self-pay options for uninsured patients
Easy Scheduling
- Same-day appointments often available
- Online scheduling for your convenience
- Evening and weekend hours at select locations
- Minimal wait times with efficient scheduling
What to Expect
- Plan for 1-2 hours for your comprehensive exam
- Bring sunglasses—your vision may be temporarily sensitive after dilation
- Arrange transportation if needed—some patients prefer not to drive after dilation
