Medical Eye Exams
Fuad Makkouk, MD, is an ophthalmologist and fellowship trained Retina Specialist. Dr. Makkouk performs comprehensive medical eye exams with the latest equipment and techniques at Austin Eye Center in Austin, Texas. To schedule your eye exam, call the office or book an appointment online today.
Medical Eye Exams
Regular screening exams are an important part of guarding your vision and health. Dr. Makkouk and the team at Austin Eye Center use state of the art techniques and equipment to make your visit as comfortable as possible while screening for eye diseases.
Dr. Makkouk and the team at Austin Eye Center provide an individualized exam to each patient which may include; checking your pupils, testing your eye movement, measuring your eye pressure, examining your eyes under a microscope, or using dilating eye drops to examine your retina.
In addition to examination techniques, Dr. Makkouk may evaluate your eye health using cutting edge imaging technology, and takes the time to explain all findings with each and every patient.
If you are having any issues with your eyes, you should have a comprehensive eye exam at least yearly. If you are having new symptoms, it’s essential to be seen right away to prevent any permanent vision loss. It is also important to have regular exams if you have a systemic medical condition such as Diabetes or High Blood Pressure.
If you are having any eye issues or would like to schedule a comprehensive medical eye exam at Austin Eye Center please call or book an appointment online today.
Please note that Dr. Makkouk does not provide routine eye exams for glasses or contact lenses.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our Services
The Retina
Your retina is a thin layer of light-sensitive cells lining the back of the eye, working much like film in a camera.
Retinal Detachment
Valeda Light Therapy
Valeda is the first FDA-authorized light therapy shown to improve vision in patients with dry age-related macular degeneration.
Epiretinal Membrane
An epiretinal membrane is scar tissue that forms over the macula, often causing blurred or wavy vision.
Macular Hole
A macular hole can be symptom-free in its early stages, though many patients notice blurred or missing areas of central vision.
Vitrectomy
During a vitrectomy, Dr. Makkouk removes the gel-like vitreous from the back of the eye to treat a range of retinal conditions.
