THE FLOATING HOSPITAL’S OPTOMETRY CLINIC
Welcome to our eye care center!
The Floating Hospital has a brand new eye care center right in our clinic in Long Island City. We’re here to help you and your family see better and stay healthy.
Why get your eyes checked?
- Catch problems early: Some eye problems don’t show signs right away. Regular check-ups can find them before they get worse.
- Stay healthy: Did you know? A checkup can tell if you have other health problems, like diabetes.
- Learn and play better: For kids, clear sight helps in school, sports, and just having fun.
- Enjoy life! Seeing clearly lets us read, watch movies and videos, and fully enjoy the world around us.
Make an appointment: 718-784-2240
What happens during an eye checkup at The Floating Hospital
- Talk about your health: We’ll chat about any problems, medicines, or if anyone in your family has has eye issues.
- Test your vision: Using charts, we’ll see if you need glasses.
- Check how your eyes move: We’ll make sure both eyes are working together.
- Quick eye pressure test: This helps find a problem called glaucoma. Glaucoma can lead to vision loss if untreated.
- A look inside your eye: This can tell if the back of your eye is healthy
- Prescription for corrective lenses: If you need glasses, we’ll recommend the right glasses or lenses for you.
Common eye problems
Blurred vision
- What it is: Things look fuzzy or unclear
- Types: You can be can be nearsighted (can’t see far away) or farsighted (can’t see up close). Some people’s eyes have a curve shape, which can make things look wavy or distorted.
Glaucoma
- What it is: Pressure buildup inside your eye
- Why it’s a problem: Too much pressure can damage your eye’s nerve and cause vision loss.
Cataracts
- What it is: The clear part of your eye becomes cloudy
- Why it’s a problem: It’s like trying to see through a foggy window. Over time, your vision can get blurrier.
Macular degeneration
- What it is: The middle part of your eye’s backside gets weak or damaged
- Why it’s a problem: The middle part of your eye helps you see details and colors. If it is damaged, you might have a dark or blank spot in the center of your vision.
Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- What it is: The white part of your eye turns pink and feels irritated
- Why it’s a problem: It can be itchy and make your eyes watery or sticky. Conjunctivitis is contagious, easily spread to others.
Diabetic eye problems (retinopathy)
- What it is: High sugar level in the blood can hurt the blood vessels in the eyes
- Why it’s a problem: Over time, this can lead to vision loss. If you or someone in your family has diabetes, it’s important to have regular eye check-ups
Glasses and lenses
- A wide variety of eyeglass frames suitable for all ages
- High-quality lenses, including single vision, bifocal, trifocal and progressive options
Eye tests onboard the Lloyd I. Seaman, our fourth ship, in 1945
At The Floating Hospital’s Optometry Clinic, we help your family see better and stay healthy. Schedule your family’s eye exams with us today for clear sailing ahead!
Make an appointment 718-784-2240
FIND US IN OUR MAIN HEALTHCARE CENTER
21-01 41st Avenue,
Long Island City,
NY 11101
CONTACT US
Phone: 718-784-2240
Phone hours: Monday to Thursday; 8am to 7pm, Friday 8am to 5pm.
CLINIC HOURS
Monday, Thursday, Friday; 9am to 5pm.
Tuesday, Wednesday; 9am to 7pm.
Uninsured? You might be eligible for low cost medication under the The Floating Hospital’s 340B program.
Ask when you make your healthcare appointment.
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Your gift is one of the last buffers against a system that is failing families. Institutional care programs are constantly challenged by political forces that restrict and cut funding. Medicaid doesn’t fully cover The Floating Hospital’s costs to provide medical, behavioral, or dental healthcare to our patients. And it doesn’t cover all of the vital services we provide like health education and free-to-patient transportation services. Your gift will make a real difference to a family.
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