Low Vision Specialist in Pensacola
- Low vision care led by Dr. Mary
- Personalized rehabilitation plans
- Tools for daily independence
- Florida Blind Services partner
Why choose Dr. C. Vision Care for low vision treatment?
While standard glasses, contacts, medication, or surgery may not fully restore vision in every case, the right support can help you use your remaining sight more effectively and maintain independence.
Care led by a dedicated low vision specialist
Dr. Mary Charbonneau provides personalized low vision care for patients whose vision cannot be fully corrected with standard treatments. She takes time to understand the challenges you face and the goals that matter most in your everyday life.
A plan built around your daily needs
Low vision care is not one-size-fits-all. After a thorough assessment, Dr. Charbonneau can recommend practical strategies and tools based on the activities you want to do more comfortably—such as reading, cooking, watching television, recognizing faces, or managing tasks at home.
Connections that support greater independence
Dr. Charbonneau works with the Florida Division of Blind Services, an organization that helps blind and visually impaired Floridians pursue their goals and live more independently. This connection helps patients access additional support and resources when appropriate.
How do I know if I have low vision?
Low vision is moderate to severe visual impairment that cannot be fully corrected with standard glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. You may have low vision if you have:
- Difficulty reading regular-sized print, even with corrective lenses
- Trouble seeing details of objects, faces, or signs, even in well-lit areas
- Difficulty recognizing faces or objects from a distance
- Frequent accidents or falls due to poor vision
- Trouble performing everyday tasks like driving, cooking, or watching TV
- Blurry or distorted vision, even with glasses or contact lenses
- Difficulty adjusting to changes in light, such as moving from bright light to dim light or vice versa
- Reduced peripheral vision or visual field loss
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to schedule an appointment with a low vision specialist near you. Early diagnosis and intervention can greatly improve your quality of life and help you enhance visual function.
What causes low vision?
Low vision can be caused by a variety of factors, often related to age, injury, or underlying medical conditions. Some common causes of low vision include:
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinitis pigmentosa
- Stroke or brain injury
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
Low vision support that fits your life
Low vision does not have to mean giving up the activities that bring independence, connection, and enjoyment to your day. A low vision assessment can help identify strategies, devices, and environmental changes that make the most of your remaining vision.
Dr. Mary Charbonneau provides attentive, personalized recommendations that may include magnifiers, specialized glasses, electronic aids, or adjustments to lighting at home and work. She can also connect eligible patients with resources through the Florida Division of Blind Services.
Schedule a low vision assessment in Pensacola to discuss your goals and find practical support for the way you live.
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Schedule your appointment today and experience care that feels like home. Our friendly, compassionate team is committed to providing you with the personalized attention you deserve.