Seattle Low Vision's Dr. Ross Cusic Highlights Resources for Visually Disabled Washingtonians Ahead of December

As Gift of Sight Month (December) and International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3rd) draw near, Dr. Ross Cusic, Clinical Director at Seattle Low Vision and an outspoken advocate for visually disabled individuals, is intensifying his campaign to raise awareness about the critical gaps in care affecting this community.
According to the study [https://journals.lww.com/optvissci/Abstract/2022/12000/Assessment_of_Low_Vision_Referrals_before_and.8.aspx] published in Optometry and Vision Science, over 90% of visually disabled people are not referred to necessary resources and care, deeply impacting their daily lives and the well-being of their families. This issue affects 4% of Washington state's population, predominantly senior citizens, leaving thousands without the support they need to lead independent lives.

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Dr. Cusic, a charter member of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists and current chair of the Optometric Physicians of Washington's low vision committee, is leading a campaign to address this critical issue. "Many people with low vision are unaware of the support available to them, and that must change," says Dr. Cusic. "Our goal is to ensure these people, often senior citizens, can regain their independence and live their best lives."

Seattle Low Vision specializes in customized low vision care, providing patients with prescription glasses and other vital tools. Dr. Cusic's patients, most of whom are elderly and dealing with conditions like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, can once again engage in activities they thought were lost to them, from watching television to seeing their family members.

To further support Washington's visually disabled population, Dr. Cusic offers a free Washington Low Vision Guide and complimentary phone consultations to assist those in need. By empowering visually impaired individuals, Seattle Low Vision not only improves lives but also eases the burden on families who care for their loved ones.

For more information or to connect with Dr. Cusic, and patients, or to learn more about Seattle Low Vision's approach, visit www.seattlelowvision.com [https://seattlelowvision.com/] or contact the clinic directly.

About Seattle Low Vision:

Seattle Low Vision, a low vision optometric practice that changes people's lives. It is dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe vision impairments. Through personalized low vision care, including prescription bioptic telescope glasses and other tools, the clinic helps patients regain their independence and enhance their quality of life.

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