My pharmacist gave me this pamphlet knowing I was a diabetic and after reading it , I wanted to share it with you ....( this article can pertain to anyone or everyone irregardless of their medical problems)

HOW TO FIND AN EYE CARE PROFESSIONAL Age can bring changes to your eyesight -- but regular eye exams can help. With early detection, many eye problems can be treated and your risk of vision problems can be reduced. IF YOU DO NOT ALREADY HAVE REGULAR EYE EXAMS, HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO FIND PROFESSIONAL EYE CARE:
ASK FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS ABOUT EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS THEY USE.

ASK YOUR FAMILY DOCTOR FOR THE NAME OF A LOCAL EYE CARE SPECIALIST.

CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF opthamology OR OPTOMETRY AT A NEARBY HOSPITAL OR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER.

CONTACT A STATE OR COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF opthamologists OR OPTOMETRISTS. -- THESE GROUPS MAY HAVE LISTS OF EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS WITH SPECIFIC INFORMATION ON SPECIALTY AND EXPERIENCE.

CONTACT YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OR HEALTH PLAN TO LEARN WHETHER IT HAS A LIST OF EYE CARE PROFESSIONALS THAT ARE COVERED UNDER YOUR PLAN.

AT A BOOKSTORE OR LIBRARY, THERE MAY BE JOURNALS AND BOOKS ABOUT CHOOSING A PHYSICIAN AND MEDICAL TREATMENT. A LIBRARY REFERENCE SPECIALIST CAN HELP YOU IDENTIFY BOOKS ON FINDING HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS.


Here are some examples:

The ABMS Compendium of Certified Medical Professionals listed board-certified opthamologists, each with a small amount of biographical information.

Each year U.S. News And World Report features an article that rates hospitals in the United States.

The Consumer's Guide To Top Doctors provides a state-by-state listing of medical specialists.