Vision is something that most of us take for granted, until something goes wrong. That's why University Health partners with the ophthalmologists and optometrists at Sabates Eye Centers to bring you the most advanced eye surgeries and treatments.
Whether it's for routine eye care or complex eye disease, you'll get fellowship-trained eye doctors who are experts in every aspect of eye care.
Our Sabates Eye Center locations
For your convenience we offer eye care at two Kansas City locations:
- Sabates Eye Center University Health Lakewood: Please visit us for general eye exams and diabetic eye care. We also evaluate and manage care for conditions like cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma.
- Sabates Eye Center at University Health: We offer everything from general eye care to complex surgical procedures and clinical research treatments. If you need contact lenses or glasses, our optical center will help you find the perfect solution.
Routine eye checkups
If you wear glasses or contact lenses, you should see an eye doctor once a year. You may need to be seen more often if you have specific eye problems.
At your checkup at the University Health Eye Clinic, a Sabates Eye Center Doctor will perform a thorough eye exam, evaluate your vision and rule out eye disease with state-of-the-art testing equipment. Your eyes will be dilated to allow your doctor to examine the retina of your eye.
You'll undergo the following tests:
- Tonometry with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Field test to measure your peripheral vision.
- Acuity test with the tried-and-true eye chart.
Expert eye surgeons
From cataracts to complex retina surgeries, a Sabates Eye Center surgeon at our University Health Surgery Center UH1 location performs each procedure in a single, one-day visit. You're in, you're out. Our care is never hurried and always convenient. We believe that's the way eye surgery should be.
Lenses and frames
Reviewed 10/26/2022
Eyes and sunglasses: True or false?
Does fashion or function lead the way when you're shopping for sunglasses? Next time you're searching for shades, look for a pair that protects your eyes from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. This quiz can teach you what to keep an eye out for.
True or false: All sunglasses offer equal UV protection.
False. The ability of sunglasses to block UV rays may vary from one pair to the next. For the most protection, look for glasses with a sticker or tag stating they block 100% of UV rays.
True or false. When it comes to sunglasses, bigger is better.
True. Oversized glasses may be best at limiting exposure of the sun's rays to your eyes. And wraparound frames offer added protection. They limit sun exposure from the sides. Wear a wide-brimmed hat or cap and you may get even more protection.
True or false: Sunglasses with good UV protection are always expensive.
False. Don't judge the quality of your glasses by their price tag. What's most important is the extent to which they block UV rays. A relatively inexpensive pair of glasses may do that just as well as more spectacularly priced specs.
True or false: Darker colored lenses offer more protection than lighter colored lenses.
False. Lens colors can vary, but darker lenses do not necessarily do a better job of blocking UV rays than lighter lenses. One thing to keep in mind, however: Gray lenses may make it easier to recognize colors.
True or false: Polarized lenses improve UV protection.
False. Polarized lenses don't reduce UV rays. They reduce glare. That may make it easier to see when you're driving or on the water.
The right sunglasses can be a great tool to protect your peepers from UV rays. But you should take other steps to protect yourself from the sun.
Sources: American Academy of Ophthalmology; American Optometric Association; National Eye Institute
Finding the perfect pair of frames or most comfortable contacts can be more complicated. Our goal is to help you see and look your best.
Our optical center at University Health has a wide selection of frames for every type of eyewear and any prescription. Whether you need everyday eyewear; designer frames; or sun, reading or safety glasses, our opticians have all your needs covered.
We can also help you adjust to contacts if your eye doctor prescribes hard or soft lenses.
Cutting-edge clinical eye research
If you have an eye disease or condition that is the focus of a current or upcoming study, your Sabates Eye Centers doctor may ask if you're interested in participating in a clinical trial. Every clinical trial follows a carefully controlled plan that details what we will do in the study.