Let’s Talk Low Vision Podcast

Innovative Rehabilitative Technology, Inc. (IRTI) has released a new multi-function device that can scan and read documents aloud and display it in large print on a monitor. It comes with built-in internet radio, accessible CD, Daisy book player and DVD player.

Dr. Bill interviews Paul Freeman, O.D., F.A.A.O., F.C.O.V.D., who discusses the visual consequences of diabetes and how people with diabetes can maximize their vision.

Dr. Bill reviews ABiSee’s new Eye Pal Solo scanner, capable of either reading documents to you or magnifying them, all without the need for a computer.

Visual hallucinations and entopic phenomena. Many people with low vision see things that are not really there in our environment. Dr. Takeshita explains why we see these images and when they need immediate attention.

Alternative medicine and nutritionalsupplements for people with low vision. Dr. Bill discusses some alternative treatments that have helped preserve eyesight. Acupuncture, vitamins, nutrition and other treatments are discussed.

Treatments for patients with cataracts. Dr. Bill describes the functional problems caused by cataracts and medical and optical treatments available to help both children and adults.

How to handle social situations as a person with low vision. Dr. Bill discusses ways to improve your social life when you have low vision.

Signs and symptoms people with low vision must be aware of. Dr. Bill Takeshita lectures about the importance of yearly eye examinations for people with low vision and warning signs that require immediate attention by an eye doctor.