Visual Fields, Field Loss and Functional Vision Testing

Written by Amber Bobnar
Updated on July 12, 2023
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The newest webcast from Perkins features Luisa Mayer, Ph.D., an internationally known specialist in visual field/functional vision testing. Luisa demonstrates the role of the visual field in daily life and the challenges faced when there is a field loss. She also describes strategies for assessing field loss in individuals who are visually impaired with additional disabilities and the developmental implications of a visual field loss. In addition, Luisa talks about how to interpret assessment results.

This is very valuable information for families with children with field loss! Watch the webcast.

Written by Amber Bobnar
Updated on July 12, 2023

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