Comprehensive Diabetic Eye Care in Randolph, MA

Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in working-age adults. At Eye Services Consultants, Dr. Jean Charles and Dr. Dan Phuong Nguyen partner with you and your primary care physician to detect, monitor, and treat diabetic eye disease before it affects your vision.

How Diabetes Affects Your Eyes

High blood sugar levels can damage the tiny blood vessels in the retina—the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. This condition, known as Diabetic Retinopathy, often has no symptoms in its early stages. By the time you notice a change in your vision, significant damage may have already occurred.

Common Complications We Monitor:

• Diabetic Retinopathy: Swelling, leaking, or abnormal growth of retinal blood vessels.
• Diabetic Macular Edema (DME): Fluid buildup in the macula (the part of the eye responsible for sharp, central vision).
• Neovascular Glaucoma: High eye pressure caused by abnormal blood vessel growth.
• Early-Onset Cataracts: Diabetes can accelerate the clouding of the eye's natural lens.

Our Advanced Diagnostic Approach

A diabetic eye exam is more than a standard vision test. Dr. Charles and Dr. Nguyen use state-of-the-art imaging to see beneath the surface of the retina.

Digital Retinal Photography

Capturing high-resolution images to track changes in blood vessels over time.

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

A non-invasive "ultrasound for the eye" that provides cross-sectional views of the retinal layers to detect swelling (edema).

Dilated Fundus Exam

Using specialized lenses to inspect the peripheral retina for signs of bleeding or oxygen deprivation.

Integrated Care with Two Specialists

At Eye Services Consultants, you benefit from a team-based approach to your ocular health.

Dr. Dan Phuong Nguyen focuses on the detailed screening and long-term monitoring of diabetic patients. Her thorough approach ensures that even the smallest changes in your retinal health are documented and communicated to your primary care doctor.

Dr. Jean Charles provides advanced medical and surgical oversight. With over 30 years of experience, he manages complex cases requiring medical intervention or surgical consultation to prevent permanent vision loss.

Coordinating with Your Healthcare Team

We believe in "The Randolph Community Connection." Following your exam, we provide a detailed report to your primary care physician or endocrinologist. This ensures your entire medical team is aligned on your glucose management and ocular health status.

Multilingual Support: We provide care and education in English, French, Spanish, Creole, and Vietnamese, ensuring you fully understand your results and treatment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need a dilated exam every year?

Dilation is the only way to get a wide-angle view of the retina to check for leaking blood vessels. Even if your vision feels "fine," an annual exam is the best defense against diabetic blindness.

Can diabetic vision loss be reversed?

While some treatments can improve vision, the primary goal of diabetic eye care is prevention and stabilization. Early detection is the key to maintaining your current level of sight.