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𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤...𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤! You can count on receiving personalized, compassionate care at Midwest Low Vision.

Dr. Long and our team are committed to helping you enhance your quality of life.

10/14/2026

We don't condone gambling, but if you have low vision you might do well (or not) to spend some time and money at this huge machine.
Dr. Brett Mills from Eye Help Low Vision tried it out recently at our 21st Annual Meeting of the IALVS.

10/12/2026

Losing half your vision after a stroke or brain injury can make everyday activities very challenging, whether that's navigating a crowd, spotting someone at your side, or simply walking through a doorway.

Fortunately, there are many strategies and tools to help a person adapt. One of those devices is Side Vision Awareness Glasses (SVAGs), a unique lens that uses prism technology to expand awareness of objects and movement off to the side.

Our most recent blog, an update of a previously published post on this topic, discusses what these glasses are, how they work, who they work well for, along with some frequently asked questions. Read the full article: https://midwestlowvision.com/glasses-for-stroke-or-brain-injury/

10/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Jarrod has been inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO)!

Earning an FAAO distinction is a prestigious honor that requires a rigorous candidacy process and reflects demonstrated excellence in the field through continued education, research, and contributions to optometry.

The induction took place this week in Anaheim, where Dr. Jarrod and Dr. Angie both earned continuing education hours.

Congratulations to Dr. Jarrod, and much gratitude to Dr. Angie for her support throughout the process. 🎉

10/02/2026

A couple weeks ago, Dr. Long had the pleasure of working with Dr. Cenza Alfaro as part of her training with the Shuldiner Low Vision Training Institute (SLVTI).

SLVTI prepares optometrists to evaluate, prescribe for, and care for patients with low vision. Having completed his own training with Dr. Shuldiner in 2006, Dr. Long now serves as a trainer for eye doctors seeking to specialize in this field. Upon completing the program, doctors can become members of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), of which Dr. Long is a Fellow.

At Midwest Low Vision, we are proud to be a part of this growing network of doctors working together to redefine what is possible for those living with vision loss.

09/29/2026

If you struggle to read fine print, whether you have low vision or not, here's a handy tip for you:

Use the camera on your smart phone to magnify the text!

This is a quick fix for those on-the-fly moments when you need to see something quickly (and forgot your glasses). Think: restaurant menus, food labels, price tags, etc.

Bonus for iPhone users: There's actually a built-in Magnifier app to do exactly this!

09/24/2026

Did you know Indiana students with low vision or blindness have access to classroom accommodations?

Depending on a student’s individual needs, support may include large-print materials, magnification, screen readers, video magnifiers, special glasses, preferential seating, visual breaks, orientation and mobility training, and instruction from a teacher of students with visual impairments.

There are also Indiana programs that can help, including the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, BOSMA, Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation, and other resources for parents and caregivers.

If you're the parent of a student with low vision or blindness—or you work with families who are—check out our latest article for more information: https://midwestlowvision.com/how-indiana-schools-support-students-with-low-vision-or-blindness/

09/15/2026

When it comes to low vision care, there’s something special about talking to someone who has been through it herself.

Holly, our ABO-certified lead low vision technician, doesn’t just work with low vision patients—she is one. She’s also a licensed bioptic driver, so she has firsthand experience with both the challenges and possibilities that come with low vision.

In a recent video, Holly shares her personal perspective and answers a question we hear from patients who are considering bioptic driving:

How long does the bioptic driver certification process take?

09/09/2026

If your child has low vision or blindness, school can sometimes present challenges. Whether reading the board, using digital devices, or seeing the fine print on handouts, students shouldn't have to work twice as hard to keep up with their peers.

Fortunately, in Indiana, there are resources available to help students and their families manage these difficulties.

In our most recent article, "How Indiana Schools Support Students with Low Vision or Blindness," we discuss these resources and point families in the direction of where to find assistance. Read the full article: https://midwestlowvision.com/how-indiana-schools-support-students-with-low-vision-or-blindness/

08/25/2026

Your eyes can reveal important clues about your overall health.

During an eye exam, your doctor may observe changes in the retina that can point to conditions affecting the rest of your body—like high blood pressure.

Learn how hypertension can affect your eyes and what you can do to help protect your vision in our latest article: https://midwestlowvision.com/how-does-hypertension-cause-retinopathy/

08/20/2026

When patients come to Midwest Low Vision, they’re often surprised to learn that someone on our team understands low vision professionally AND personally.

Holly, our ABO-certified, lead low vision technician, is a low vision patient herself, and she is also a licensed bioptic driver. In a recent video, Holly addresses a frequently asked question, "Is it difficult to learn how to use bioptics (to become a bioptic driver)?"

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660 S. College Avenue
Bloomington, IN
47403

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
	2pm - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm
Friday	9am - 12pm
	1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+18775772040

Website

https://midwestlowvision.com/

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