Dr. Susan Driscoll, OD

Dr. Susan Driscoll, OD is a practicing Optometrist dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive eye care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she maintains a clinic in Altamonte Springs, Florida, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). Her commitment extends beyond vision correction, encompassing early disease detection and personalized health plans, ensuring optimal vision and overall wellness. 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. Susan OD serves all ages, from infants to seniors, and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. She earned her medical degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, School Of Optometry, and brings a strong foundation of knowledge and experience to her practice. Dr. Susan Driscoll, OD is an optometrist in Altamonte Springs, FL. She is accepting new patients. Her approach to care is deeply collaborative and evidence-based, emphasizing a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. Dr. Susan OD provides consultations primarily in English. Call (407) 830-6546 to schedule your appointment.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Susan 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. Susan 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. Susan 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: As you age, you may develop presbyopia, which blurs near vision; proactive eye check-ups are key to ensuring you receive appropriate corrective lenses and prevent eye strain.
• Eye Injuries: Early detection and treatment of eye injuries are vital to minimizing lasting damage and preserving your eyesight.
• Optic Nerve Coloboma With Renal Disease: Preventive eye care is especially important for those with a family history of optic nerve coloboma, as this birth defect can be associated with renal disease, and early diagnosis allows for better health management.
• Primary Congenital Glaucoma: Protecting your baby's sight starts with understanding primary congenital glaucoma, a condition present at birth causing increased eye pressure; early diagnosis through newborn screenings can significantly reduce the risk of blindness.
• Lens Disorders: Regular eye exams are key to catching lens disorders early, enabling treatment to minimize vision impairment and improve quality of life.
• Visual Field Loss: Visual field loss, a gradual or sudden decrease in your ability to see to the sides, is often preventable with regular comprehensive eye exams that detect it early and allow for timely treatment.
• Peripheral Uveitis: Don't underestimate the importance of routine eye checkups; they're essential for detecting peripheral uveitis and preventing irreversible damage.

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. Susan OD offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Contact Lens Exams: Regular contact lens exams ensure your lenses fit comfortably and safely, preventing potential eye infections and complications.
• Contact Lens Fitting Services: Get a personalized contact lens fitting to ensure optimal vision correction and comfortable wear, preventing potential eye strain and discomfort.
• Diabetic Eye Exam: Take charge of your eye health: a diabetic eye exam is a vital preventive measure for diabetics, identifying potential problems before they significantly impact your vision.
• Eye Examination: An eye exam is more than just checking your vision; it's a vital health assessment that can detect underlying medical issues impacting your eyes.
• Astigmatism Correction Surgery (Co-management): Partner with your eye care professional for optimal astigmatism correction surgery co-management, ensuring early detection of any issues and achieving the best visual results.
• Pediatric Eye and Vision Examination: A pediatric eye exam proactively checks your child's vision development, ensuring early detection of potential problems and preventing future vision impairment.
• Eye Injection (Prescribing/Co-management in some states): Eye injections, when appropriate, can be part of your comprehensive eye exam, helping your doctor detect and treat serious eye conditions early.

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. Susan 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 routine eye exams, a patient proactively managed the onset of presbyopia, ensuring clear vision and preventing eye strain as they continued to enjoy their daily activities.
• By scheduling regular eye exams, a family proactively identified and addressed potential eye injury risks, fostering peace of mind and safeguarding their vision for years to come.

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. Susan 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 contact lenses, and diagnoses and manages many eye diseases. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor specializing in eye surgery.

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

A comprehensive eye exam every one to two years is crucial for adults, even if your vision is excellent. These exams look beyond just your vision, detecting silent, vision-threatening diseases like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, often before symptoms appear. Early detection is key for successful treatment and preserving your sight.

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

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

What are the signs of a cataract?

Common signs of cataracts include blurry or dim vision, increased glare from lights, fading or yellowing of colors, and frequent changes in glasses prescription. Dr. Susan OD can diagnose and monitor cataracts to ensure your eye health.

What is the role of an optometrist in managing cataract surgery?

Dr. Susan OD will diagnose your cataract, determine when surgery is needed, and refer you to a trusted ophthalmologist. She will then provide all the essential post-operative care and follow-up vision correction.

What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in older adults, affecting the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision. There are "dry" and "wet" forms, and regular eye exams are crucial for early detection and management to preserve vision.

What is glaucoma and why is it called the 'silent thief of sight'?

Glaucoma is a disease that damages the optic nerve, often due to high pressure inside the eye. It's called the "silent thief" because it typically has no symptoms in its early stages, causing irreversible peripheral vision loss. Regular eye exams are the only way to detect it early and prevent blindness.

When should my child have their first eye exam?

Dr. Susan OD recommends a comprehensive eye exam for children between 6 and 12 months old. This early exam is crucial for detecting potential vision problems like lazy eye or misaligned eyes, ensuring proper vision development.

451 E Altamonte Dr Ste 1467
Altamonte Springs FL 32701
Phone: (407) 830-6546

Dr. Susan Driscoll, 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): 1578630539

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. Susan 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.