Back by popular demand VSP EyeFiles, featuring Bill Nye the Science Guy! In the second video of the series debunking eye health myths, Bill and Dr. Roger Phelps dive deeper into the facts surrounding comprehensive eye exams and if eye doctors can detect signs of serious diseases like diabetes. Watch as Bill and Dr. Phelps saddle up and discuss what an eye doctor can see in an eye exam with a patient who has the disease. You’ll discover why it’s so important to make annual visits to your eye doctor for an exam – even if you don’t need glasses.
What do you think? Did you know an eye exam could show so much? Curious to hear the thoughts of Manny Hernandez, David Mendosa, and Amy Tendrich!
Editor’s Note:
Dr. Roger Phelps is a VSP Vision Care eye doctor practicing in Ojai, Calif. He’s a Certified Diabetes Educator and also has type 1 diabetes. Dr. Phelps is passionate about educating others about this disease and the importance of eye exams. For more information about his practice, Ojai Eyes Optometry, visit his website.
