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Optometry in a hospital setting.

Mort Soroka1, Lauren Feldman

  • 1State University of New York, College of Optometry New York City, NY 10036, USA. msoroka@sunyopt.edu

Journal of Community Health
|March 9, 2005
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Hospital optometry integration in New York State has increased, with optometrists providing comprehensive eye care services. This trend highlights potential cost savings and improved patient access within hospital systems.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology and Optometry
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • Optometric integration into hospital systems is a growing area of healthcare delivery.
  • Understanding the scope of optometric services within hospitals is crucial for healthcare planning.
  • Previous data on optometry's hospital presence in New York State is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the integration level of optometry within New York State's hospital system.
  • To identify the range of eye care services provided by optometrists in various hospital types.
  • To analyze trends in hospital-affiliated optometrist numbers over time.

Main Methods:

  • A statewide survey was developed and distributed to all hospitals in New York.

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  • Hospitals were queried about their provision of eye care services and the presence of optometrists on staff.
  • Data on optometrist affiliation and services rendered were collected and analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • Optometrist affiliation with hospitals increased from 27% in 1978 to 43% in 2003.
    • Governmental hospitals (city, county, federal) showed high utilization of optometrists (90%).
    • Voluntary hospitals utilized optometrists at a lower rate (32%), but optometrists provided a full spectrum of medical and ocular services, including treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Optometry is increasingly integrated into New York State hospitals, offering comprehensive eye care.
    • Governmental hospitals extensively utilize optometrists, suggesting a model for other institutions.
    • The cost-effectiveness and broad service capabilities of optometrists warrant greater consideration for hospital-based primary eye care.