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Dr. Kinkade Helping People See Better at Vision Dynamics

Dr. Randolph Kinkade, OD, MPH, FAAO, a low vision optometrist, prescribes high-power reading glasses and telescopic glasses for improved distance vision.

     Dr. Kinkade works with his patient’s goals whether that is reading the newspaper or music, working with puzzles, or viewing the computer.  As he says, “We do not know if we do not try”.

Dr. Kinkade with his low vision glasses

 

     Dr. Kinkade states, “I find it difficult to understand when doctors tell their patients nothing more can be done for their vision.  This may be true from a medical and regular eyeglass point of view, but certainly not when you are talking about low vision rehabilitation.” 

     If people are willing to learn new ways of seeing then Dr.  Kinkade  may

be able to help.  “I cannot  make their vision the way it was, but I can often make it better.”

     He has been working in the field of low vision for over 25 years.  He travels extensively treating patients in Connecticut and in neighboring states. Dr. Kinkade has a Master in Public Health where he concentrated his efforts for on the prevention of disabilities related to visual impairments.

     As a founding member of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists and he meets annually with leading optical designers to evaluate new systems to enhance sight.  To learn more please go to ialvs.com.

     “If my glasses cannot help a patient there are many other options at Vision Dynamics that can”, says Dr. Kinkade.

     We encourage you to call Dr. Kinkade at (800) 756-0766 to learn if you or someone you know are candidates for his special glasses at Vision Dynamics. 

      View photos of Dr. Kinkade’s patients below:

 



How Dr. Kinkade’s patients have benefitted from these special glasses:




One of Dr. Kinkade's patients with his prismatic glasses
“I can read without a magnifier.” -Frank McKane

“Wow! This makes reading so easy” -Marge Stefanec
Marge Stefanec using a CCTV in the Advanced Low Vision Solution Center

Dr. Kinkade is a Fellow in the Academy of Optometry Low Vision Section and is also a member of the Low Vision Section of the American Optometric Association. He is a Low Vision Provider for the Connecticut Board of Education and Services for the Blind. 

 



“I will be able to see my children and grandchildren again” -Jean DelavalleA patient of Dr. Kinkade's uses her low vision glasses A Macular Degeneration patient of Dr. Kinkade's uses her los vision glasses
“Everything is so gigantic!” -Ethel Adamson


“Reading and watching television is possible again” -Dorothy Swank
A patient uses her low vision eyeglasses    A patient of Dr. Randolph Kinkade's uses her low vision eyeglasses to read 

















“I use my glasses to walk in the mall, see faces and watch TV” -Dorothy Owens
A patient using her low vision eyeglasses

Dr. Kinkade treats those who have lost some of their vision. You are not alone. One in every 20 Americans has low vision and the number is increasing.

Low vision means that you have difficulty seeing and your eyesight cannot be corrected with regular glasses, surgery or medication. The good news is the majority of people with low vision have useable eyesight.

Dr. Kinkade prescribes custom vision-enhancing glasses. These glasses include high power lenses, prismatic and compound reading lenses, and miniature spectacle-mounted telescopes.

“You have given me my eyes back” -Thomas Condon
A patient with enhanced eyesight due to his new low vision eyeglasses
Rehabilitation outcomes vary depending on the level of your vision loss, the visual demands of your goals, and your adaptability. If you are motivated to learn new ways of seeing then we can help.

A portion of the evaluation may be covered by insurance.  The cost of the vision-enhancing glasses is between $475 and $2,500 depending on your needs.

He travels extensively treating patients and often lectures on the newest options for enhancing eyesight for those with reduced vision.

Dr. Kinkade treats patients at the Advance Low Vision Solution Center at Vision Dynamics in Cheshire, CT. In addition to his multiple Connecticut practices he treats patients in Massachusetts, and New York.

Please call (800) 756-0766 to see if you or someone you know can benefit from his  services. He welcomes the opportunity to speak to your personally before making an appointment.

A patient who is able to read again due to his low vision eyeglasses







“This is work, but I can read
without a magnifier”
-Stanley Oswarkie  
“Everything is bigger and easier to see”  -Florence strongDr. Randolph Kinkade's patient using her eyeglasses for the visually impaired
  
 

Charlie Collins and Dr. Randy Kinkade
Charlie Collins and Dr. Randy Kinkade standing in front of a low vision chart

For information regarding prescription telescopic glasses please visit www.ialvs.com.