Dr. Laura Clune, OD

Dr. Laura Clune, OD is an optometrist dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive optometric care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at her clinic in Sunrise, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine. Her practice adheres to Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), ensuring the highest standards of care. Your optometrist is your primary partner in lifelong eye health, providing preventive care, vision correction, early disease detection, personalized health plans, and coordinating screenings to ensure your best possible vision and overall wellness.

Dr. Laura OD's approach to care is deeply rooted in collaborative, evidence-based medicine. She believes in creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. She serves all ages, from infants to seniors, recognizing the unique eye health needs of each stage of life. She is committed to providing personalized care tailored to individual needs, and strives to make eye health accessible and understandable for everyone. Patients should call (954) 384-6200 to confirm if the doctor is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Laura Clune, OD is an optometrist in Sunrise, FL, committed to proactive eye health. She provides consultations primarily in English. Her focus on prevention and early detection, combined with her dedication to personalized care, makes her an invaluable partner in maintaining your vision and overall well-being. By working collaboratively with you, she aims to help you achieve and maintain optimal eye health throughout your life.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Laura OD is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Laura OD can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Laura OD provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Presbyopia: Preventive eye care is essential for managing presbyopia, a gradual decline in near vision that occurs with age; early detection through regular exams allows for timely correction and reduces eye fatigue.
• Serous Detachment Retina: Regular eye exams are vital for preventing serious eye problems like serous retinal detachment, where fluid buildup under the retina can cause vision impairment if left untreated.
• Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: Central serous chorioretinopathy can affect your sharp, central vision, so regular eye exams are essential for early detection, enabling prompt treatment and reducing the chance of complications.
• Scotoma: Protecting your sight involves knowing the signs of eye problems. A scotoma, or blind spot, warrants a visit to your eye doctor to rule out potentially serious underlying conditions and ensure timely intervention.
• Strabismus-Like Double Vision: Don't ignore double vision that looks like strabismus; scheduling a comprehensive eye exam ensures early diagnosis and timely treatment, helping prevent more severe vision complications.
• Peripheral Uveitis: Early diagnosis of peripheral uveitis through preventative eye care is crucial for managing this condition and preserving your vision.
• Juvenile Cataract: Protecting your child's eyesight starts with knowing about juvenile cataracts—cloudy lenses that can affect vision; early detection through regular checkups is key to managing this condition and preserving their sight.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Laura OD offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Eyeglass Fitting: Getting your eyeglasses properly fitted helps your eyes work efficiently, potentially delaying age-related vision problems.
• Eye Print Prosthetic Contact Lens Treatment: Proactively safeguard your eye health by undergoing an eye print prosthetic contact lens assessment, helping identify and address potential issues early on.
• Humphrey Visual Field Test for Glaucoma: Safeguard your vision by undergoing a Humphrey Visual Field Test; this test is crucial for detecting glaucoma, a leading cause of irreversible blindness, in its early stages.
• Low Vision Rehabilitation: Low vision rehabilitation helps you learn strategies and techniques to maximize your remaining vision, improving your independence and quality of life.
• Cornea Transplant (Co-management): Take a proactive step towards restoring clear vision: cornea co-management supports your corneal transplant, optimizing outcomes and minimizing complications.
• Tilt_Testing: Tilt testing is a simple procedure that helps your eye doctor rule out inner ear issues contributing to vision problems and dizziness, ensuring you get the right care.
• Punctal Plug Insertion: Proactive dry eye treatment involves punctal plug insertion, a simple procedure that helps maintain moisture and prevent long-term eye damage.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Optometry Services in Florida.

Dr. Laura OD is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By scheduling regular eye exams, a patient proactively managed the onset of presbyopia, ensuring continued comfort and clarity in daily activities. This proactive approach significantly reduced eye strain and maintained optimal vision.
• By scheduling regular eye exams, a patient proactively managed their risk of serous retinal detachment, ensuring clear vision and peace of mind.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Optometric care with Dr. Laura OD:

What is an Optometrist, and how are they different from an Ophthalmologist?

An optometrist (OD) is a primary eye care provider who performs comprehensive eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and manages many eye conditions. Ophthalmologists (MDs) are medical doctors specializing in eye surgery.

How often should I get a comprehensive eye exam, even if I see well?

Even if your vision is good, a comprehensive eye exam every one to two years is crucial for early detection of silent, vision-threatening diseases like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. These exams allow us to identify potential problems before you experience any symptoms.

Can an eye exam detect other health problems in my body?

Yes, a comprehensive eye exam can detect early signs of systemic diseases. The eye is the only place where blood vessels can be viewed directly without surgery, and a dilated exam can reveal signs of diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and even certain cancers or autoimmune diseases.

When should my child have their first eye exam?

Dr. Laura OD recommends a comprehensive eye exam for children between 6 and 12 months of age. This early exam is essential to detect potential issues like lazy eye or misaligned eyes, ensuring proper vision development.

I have diabetes. Why do I need a special dilated eye exam every year?

Diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in your retina, a condition called diabetic retinopathy. This is a leading cause of blindness, but often has no symptoms in its early stages. An annual dilated eye exam allows Dr. Laura to detect changes early and arrange treatment to prevent vision loss.

What is 'low vision' and how can you help?

Low vision is vision impairment not fully correctable with glasses, contacts, or surgery. A low vision evaluation with Dr. Laura OD focuses on maximizing remaining vision using tools like magnifiers and adaptive devices to help maintain independence.

My eyes often feel dry and gritty. What can I do?

Dry eye is a very common condition. Dr. Laura OD can diagnose the underlying cause and recommend a personalized treatment plan, which may include prescription eye drops or in-office procedures, to improve your comfort and prevent damage.

Is it safe to buy contact lenses online without an exam?

No, it is unsafe and illegal to purchase contact lenses online without an eye exam. Contact lenses are medical devices that sit directly on the eye, and a proper fitting and annual exam with Dr. Laura OD is essential to ensure the lenses fit correctly and are not damaging your eye, which can prevent serious infections and vision loss.

15916 W State Road 84
Sunrise FL 33326
Phone: (954) 384-6200

Dr. Laura Clune, OD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1992914592

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Optometry Services like Dr. Laura OD are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your optometry about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.