Located at the Citywalk shopping center, Saturday (5 / 12), the Jakarta Eye Center (JEC) held a talk show and a mass gymnastics under the theme "Diabetes Related to Eye Health." The event begins with the activity of blood sugar checks free of charge, then gymnastics and was followed by a talk show with a few speakers who casually is the eye health expert.
The event was attended by approximately 150 participants, where some of it. Major participants from the Diabetes Association of Indonesia (Persadia) with ages ranging from 30 to 70 SPM tahun.Dr AM Ginting, one speaker from the Jakarta Eye Center (JEC), who is also Chairman of the Eye Bank DKI Jakarta said, the event was held in order to socialize with diabetes related diseases derivatives. One of them, eye disease. "Diabetes can be a ticking time bomb of blindness in humans.
Through this event, we will discuss about anticipation can be done to prevent blindness and can stay alive with diabetes delicious, "said the doctor who was almost 40 years of practicing it. He added, of which diabetes occurs because of changes in blood sugar levels .
"Eyes center" typically refers to an eye care center or clinic that specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye-related conditions and vision problems. These centers are staffed by ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other healthcare professionals trained to address a wide range of eye health issues. Here are some common services and functions provided by eyes centers:
1. **Comprehensive Eye Examinations:** Eyes centers offer routine eye exams to assess vision and screen for eye conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
2. **Prescription Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses:** Optometrists at eyes centers can provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses and assist with fittings and adjustments.
3. **Treatment of Eye Conditions:** Ophthalmologists at eyes centers diagnose and treat various eye conditions and diseases, including but not limited to:
- Glaucoma
- Cataracts
- Retinal disorders
- Corneal conditions
- Eye infections
- Strabismus (eye misalignment)
- Amblyopia (lazy eye)
4. **Surgery:** Some eyes centers have surgical facilities where ophthalmologists perform eye surgeries, such as cataract surgery, LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis), and retinal surgery.
5. **Pediatric Eye Care:** Specialized pediatric ophthalmologists provide eye care for children, including the diagnosis and management of pediatric eye conditions and vision problems.
6. **Emergency Eye Care:** Eyes centers may offer emergency services for eye injuries, sudden vision changes, or eye-related emergencies.
7. **Low Vision Rehabilitation:** For individuals with severe vision impairment, low vision rehabilitation services help maximize remaining vision and improve daily functioning.
8. **Medical Imaging:** Many eyes centers have diagnostic imaging equipment like optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fundus photography to assess the health of the retina and other eye structures.
9. **Management of Chronic Eye Conditions:** Patients with chronic eye conditions like diabetic retinopathy or age-related macular degeneration can receive ongoing care and monitoring at eyes centers.
10. **Educational Services:** Some eyes centers provide educational resources and eye health information to patients and the community to promote eye health and awareness.
Eyes centers play a crucial role in maintaining and improving eye health, preventing vision loss, and addressing a wide range of eye-related concerns.
Regular eye exams are recommended for individuals of all ages to detect and address eye conditions early, which can lead to more effective treatment and better outcomes.
If you are looking for an eyes center in your area or have specific questions about eye care, I recommend contacting a local eye care provider or using online directories to find a reputable center near you.