Learning that you may need eye surgery or have to be referred to a specialist can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate the process on your own. Our eye doctors work closely with trusted ophthalmic surgeons throughout the Treasure Valley to coordinate your care before and after surgery.
Eye Care Co-Management in Nampa, Boise, & Kuna
Your Care Doesn't Stop at the Referral
What Is Eye Care Co-Management?
Eye care co-management is a collaborative approach that brings together your optometrist and, when needed, eye specialists to provide coordinated care for your vision and eye health. Whether you're managing an ongoing eye condition or considering a surgical procedure, Eyecare Associates of Idaho remains actively involved in your care.
From your initial evaluation through ongoing care and any necessary referrals, we're here to monitor your eye health and coordinate with ophthalmologists when appropriate. Our goal is to make every step of your eye care journey as smooth and comfortable as possible while supporting your long-term vision and overall eye health.
You're Never Navigating Surgery & Treatment Alone
No matter where you are in the Treasure Valley, our team is committed to providing the same personalized care, trusted guidance, and advanced eye care that generations of local families have come to expect.
Our optometrists combine advanced clinical expertise with a patient-first approach, taking the time to understand your concerns and recommend care that's right for you. Get to know our team.
Cataract Surgery Co-Management
Cataracts develop gradually as the eye's natural lens becomes cloudy, making everyday activities like reading, driving, and recognizing faces more difficult. While cataract surgery is often the most effective treatment, deciding when surgery is appropriate is an important part of the process.
Our optometrists perform cataract evaluations, monitor changes to your vision, and discuss whether surgery may benefit you. If surgery is recommended, we'll coordinate your referral to a trusted cataract surgeon and continue to care for you throughout your recovery with postoperative evaluations.
LASIK & Refractive Surgery Co-Management
LASIK and other refractive procedures can reduce your dependence on glasses or contact lenses, but not everyone is an ideal candidate. Before recommending surgery, we perform a thorough evaluation to determine whether your eyes, vision, and lifestyle make refractive surgery an appropriate option.
If LASIK is right for you, we'll coordinate your care with a refractive surgeon while continuing to provide your pre-operative evaluations, post-operative care, and long-term eye health monitoring.
Ongoing Care for Eye Conditions
Some eye conditions require more than routine eye exams. They benefit from regular monitoring, coordinated treatment, and, in some cases, the expertise of specialists. Our role is to help you navigate every stage of your care. We work closely with ophthalmologists and other healthcare providers whenever advanced treatment or surgery is appropriate.
Conditions Our Optometrists Co-Manage
Cataracts
We monitor the progression of cataracts and help determine when surgery may become the best option. If surgery is recommended, we'll coordinate your referral and provide pre- and post-operative care.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a lifelong condition that requires ongoing monitoring. We work closely with glaucoma specialists when necessary while continuing to monitor your eye health and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
Systemic Conditions That Affect the Eyes
Medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and autoimmune diseases can affect your vision and eye health. Through regular monitoring and collaboration with your primary care physician or other specialists, we help detect changes and provide the ongoing care needed to protect your eyesight.
Here for Every Step of Your Journey
Schedule Your Eye Health Consultation
Whether you've been referred for eye surgery, are managing an ongoing condition, or simply want to better understand your treatment options, our team is here to help. Schedule an appointment with Eyecare Associates of Idaho, and let us provide coordinated care to help protect your vision.