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Is Diabetic Retinopathy Reversible?

Posted on November 12, 2026 by Focus West Optometry

Older adult's hands holding a blood glucose meter with a test strip to a fingertip at a kitchen counter, a lancing device nearby

Diabetic retinopathy can’t be reversed, but timely care can slow, control, or stop it, and early treatment can improve vision in many cases […]

What Is Digital Retinal Imaging?

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Focus West Optometry

Close-up of a printed digital retinal image showing the orange and yellow patterns of the eye’s internal structures, with a pair of glasses resting on the paper.

Digital retinal imaging is an innovative tool that our team uses to capture a detailed picture of the back of your eye, including the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels, during a comprehensive eye exam.
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Are Eye Exams Free in Alberta?

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Focus West Optometry

Close-up of a woman’s eye during an eye exam, with a Snellen vision chart visible in the background.

While not all eye exams are free, AHCIP does cover the full cost of many medically necessary appointments and annual exams for specific age groups. […]