About Michael J. Wojciak, O.D. Expertise I am an Optometrist with 21 yrs experience.
I currently practice primary eye care in Lombard & Schaumburg,
Illinois. I specialize in all types of contact lenses.
Please forward appropriate questions pertaining to eye exams, glasses or contact lenses only. I will always attempt to be as "specific" as I can on my answers. This is often difficult when the questions do not provide enough information or visual presentation is needed.
***I will reject any question involving self-prescribing of contact lenses or involving contact lens measurements/comparisons (such as changing base curves, measurement comparisons between brands etc). Contact lenses are a medical device and need to be properly fit by your Doctor. Also in respect for patient privacy, I will not answer third party questions, unless a parent or guardian is asking a question about their child.***
I appreciate your confidence.
Experience Education/Credentials:
B.S. Biology/Pre-Professional Studies, University Of Notre Dame, 1982.
B.S.V.S. Visual Science, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1984.
Doctor Of Optometry, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1986. Therapeutic Certification, Illinois College Of Optometry, 1996.
Question my eyesight is -6D. i want to know that i am in the catagory of visually handicapped or not?
Answer Hi,
A patient can not be considered handicapped based on Rx alone. There usually must be severe acuity loss, peripheral vision loss, or associated condition. Each country may have different limits, but I have never heard of someone being considered handicapped because they have a moderate amount of myopia.
Hope this helps,
Dr. Wojciak
