Eye Care
From performing vision exams to prescribing corrective eyewear, our multi-disciplined ophthalmology team cares just as much about your eyes as you do.
Your eyes are our priority
Our skilled ophthalmologists deliver personalized care to keep your eyes in top condition, and give you peace of mind. With seven dedicated locations across Utah we offer advanced tests and advanced treatments, using the very latest technology.
Our services
Eye exams
Eye plastic surgery
Oculoplastic surgery
Neuro-Ophthalmology
What we treat
Cataracts
An age-related condition, causing cloudy or blurry vision, sensitivity to glare, and poor night vision.
Diabetics eye disease
This is a group of eye problems that can be caused by diabetes and lead to vision problems or blindness.
Glaucoma
A group of diseases that affect the optic nerve and if not treated early, can cause vision loss or blindness.
Loss of vision
Losing all or part of your sight has many causes such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetes.
Macular degeneration
Vision loss that occurs when the macula, part of the eye used to see objects sharply and clearly, is destroyed.
Refractive errors
Refractive errors happen when your eyes are shaped in a way that makes it hard for them to focus.
What is oculoplastic surgery?
Oculoplastic surgery is an advanced field that focuses on restoring or maintaining the eyelid, orbital, and tear duct functions. Our expert in this area is Dr. Albert Dal Canto who practices at the Alta View Clinic. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist and plastic and reconstructive eye surgeon, specializing in oculofacial (eyelid, facial, and plastic) surgery.
Oculoplastic surgery includes the following procedures:
Blepharoplasty surgery (eyelid lift)
Ptosis surgery
Lower eyelid repositioning surgery
Tearing surgery
Orbital fracture repair
Tumor resection
Reconstruction
Cosmetic eyelid surgery
Botox and facial fillers
Find eye care near you
Our eye care services are available in seven locations throughout Utah, bringing you expert care closer to home.
Does Medicare cover eye exams?
Eye exams are a common and important part of medical care for many people Routine eye exams are not usually covered by Original Medicare. But if you are diagnosed with certain medical conditions, Original Medicare will cover some procedures to monitor your eye health.
All you need to know about eye exams
Find answers to FAQs about eye exams and when to have them.
Different types of professionals may be involved in caring for your eyes. It is important to know what each one does.
- Ophthalmologist: A medical or osteopathic doctor (MD or DO) who specializes in eyes. Like other doctors, they are licensed to practice medicine and do surgery. They have expertise in treating all types of eye problems.
- Optometrist: An optometrist is not a medical doctor but is a healthcare provider trained at optometry school. An optometrist is also called a doctor of optometry (OD). Optometrists do regular eye exams and basic eye care. The optometrist can help you with glasses or contact lenses, but may refer you to an ophthalmologist for other problems.
- Optician. An optician helps you to choose glasses and makes sure they fit you. An optician is not a healthcare provider.
An eye exam typically includes several tests to make sure your eyes are healthy:
- Vision exam. The doctor will check how well you can see at different distances (visual acuity). They will also do a visual field test to check your peripheral (side) vision, and make sure you can move your eyes around.
- Dilated eye exam. The doctor puts drops in your eyes to widen your pupils so that they can look into the eye and check for problems. It takes about 30 minutes for your pupils to dilate. While they are dilated, your vision will be blurry and sensitive to light.
- Tonometry. This measures the pressure of the fluid inside your eyes. It checks for glaucoma, a condition caused by extra fluid in the eye that puts too much pressure on the optic nerve and can damage it. This is more commonly known as a “puff of air” test. Depending on your age and your risks for glaucoma, your doctor may use this test or a different kind of tonometry test.
Your eye exam will take anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes, so make sure to schedule enough time. The exam is simple and not usually uncomfortable. Before you go for your eye exam, write down:
- Eye problems or eye surgeries you have had in the past.
- Eye symptoms that are bothering you or that you are worried about.
- Family history of eye problems.
- Any questions you have about your eyes or vision.
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