Dr. Brooks Rodman O.D.
Optometrist
2020 Columbia Blvd Saint Helens OR, 97051About
Dr. Brooks Rodman is an optometrist practicing in Saint Helens, OR. Dr. Rodman specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Rodman performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
Education and Training
Pacific University Optometry
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Dr. Brooks Rodman O.D.'s Expert Contributions
What is a visual field test?
A visual field tests how sensitive your eyes are to different levels of light stimulation at different points around a persons vision. As glaucoma progresses it tends to reduce the sensitivity of a patients eyes in the peripheral vision areas. A visual field test is a way to monitor if glaucoma is worsening or staying stable. READ MORE
Should my eye hurt after wearing contacts?
Your eyes should not hurt normally after wearing contacts. You should talk to your eye doctor to see if a different contact lens is appropriate. READ MORE
How often should contacts be replaced?
This depends on the type of contact lens. some contacts are daily disposable contacts and should be changed every day some are 2 week replacement 1 month or longer. You should check with the eye doctor that prescribed your contacts to see what the recommended changing interval is. READ MORE
Are colored lenses bad for the eyes?
Modern properly fit colored contact lenses are just as healthy as any other contact lens for your eyes. You should always follow your doctor's directions for wearing time, care and cleaning of whatever contacts you are prescribed for best eye health long term. READ MORE
Can optometrists do Botox treatment?
Some Optometrists can perform Botox treatments but this depends on the state. READ MORE
Can my eye be fixed
There is likely a solution to your eye issue. You would want to talk to an opthalmologist to find the options in your specific case. An oculoplastic surgeon is the specific type of opthalmologist that deals with this issue most often. READ MORE
Eye problem
The symptoms you describe could be several different eye conditions. Allergic conjunctivitis or a viral infection would be high on my list of possibilities to investigate. An eye doctor should be seen to determine if medication is appropriate. READ MORE
I think my friend is cross eyed?
It's possible but difficult to determine small tropia's (or eye turns) from photos because our eyes normally turn in when we focus at near and there are variables on where the camera is relative to the eyes. An optometrist or ophthalmologist could do a simple cover test in their office and find out within seconds if your friend really has an eye turn. READ MORE
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