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Condition: Low Vision

If you have been diagnosed with low vision, UAMS can help you increase your independence and safety. It is possible for people with vision limitations to continue to live independent and meaningful lives with the assistance of an occupational therapist. Using our services, you can improve your reading and writing abilities, meal preparation skills and personal finance management.

Low vision may be caused by:

  • Glaucoma
  • Macular degeneration
  • Cataracts
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Stroke
  • Brain injury

What You Can Do About Low Vision

Experiencing lower clarity of vision as the result of any number of conditions doesn’t have to mean giving up on your eyesight altogether.

The professionals in low vision and rehabilitative services at the UAMS Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute develop low vision strategies to help patients achieve goals such as:

  • Reading
  • Identifying street signs and bus numbers
  • Watching television
  • Managing household and job-related tasks
  • Keeping up with school work

Treatments and Procedures Related to Low Vision

  • Corneal Transplantation Surgery

Providers Treating Low Vision

Note that every treatment or procedure listed above may not be provided by each provider listed below. Review each provider for availability.

Megan K. Shirey, O.D.

Megan K. Shirey, O.D. Optometrist

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Locations Where Providers Treat Low Vision

Exterior of Jones Eye Institute

Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute Clinic

4110 Outpatient Circle
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 686-5822
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Areas of Expertise for Low Vision

Image of an eye exam. Ophthalmologist examining boy's eyes with slit lamp

Eye Care

Whether you need a general eye exam or complex care, the professionals at UAMS can help. The UAMS Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute is equipped with operating rooms and …

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Senior woman in occupational therapy session.

Occupational Therapy (Part of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation)

Do you need to regain skills after recovering from injury? Or are experiencing physical and cognitive changes that cause issues in your daily life? At UAMS, our occupational therapists have …

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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Mailing Address: 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (501) 686-7000
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