About this service
Glaucoma is sometimes called the "silent thief of sight" — there are usually no symptoms until significant peripheral vision is already lost, and that loss is permanent. Early detection is everything. We screen for glaucoma at every comprehensive exam using a combination of intraocular pressure measurement, optic-nerve evaluation, and retinal imaging. Patients at higher risk receive additional testing including visual fields and OCT (when available) on referral.
Who it's for
- Adults over 40 (risk increases with age)
- Anyone with a family history of glaucoma
- Patients of African, Hispanic, or Asian descent (higher genetic risk)
- Patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, or previous eye injuries
- Patients on long-term steroid medications
What's included
- Intraocular pressure (eye pressure) measurement
- Optic-nerve examination
- Anterior-chamber-angle assessment
- Retinal imaging when indicated
- Risk-factor review and a clear plan for follow-up if needed
What to expect at your St Joseph visit
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Glaucoma screening is included in every comprehensive eye exam.
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If a risk factor is identified, we may recommend additional testing or co-manage with a glaucoma specialist.
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Most insurance plans cover screening as part of a comprehensive exam.
Why this matters
Glaucoma damage cannot be reversed — but it can almost always be slowed or stopped if caught early. Skipping eye exams is the single biggest risk factor for vision loss from glaucoma.
Find us in St Joseph
We are located inside sam's club optical at 5201 N Belt Hwy, Suite A in St Joseph, Missouri 64506. Free parking is available, and our exam suite is steps from the optical retail floor. We serve patients across Northwest Missouri & Northeast Kansas, including Savannah, MO, Atchison, KS, Cameron, MO, Maryville, MO, Chillicothe, MO and surrounding communities.
St Joseph, Missouri
5201 N Belt Hwy, Suite A, St Joseph, MO 64506
Inside Sam's Club Optical