Learning-Related Vision Disorders
Visual Information Processing Evaluation
This evaluation is used to determine an individual’s strengths and weaknesses in being able to process what is seen visually. There are numerous tests included in these three, one hour sessions that help reveal visual-perceptual and visual-motor abilities. A portion of the evaluation is needed to determine if there are any processing deficits, including dyslexia that may be causing scholastic problems. Also included will be tests to assess current visual memory, reading comprehension and fluency, eye hand coordination, and an evaluation to determine if colored tints improve reading ability or visual comfort. At the time of your scheduled consultation, a written report will be provided, explaining all findings and recommendations determined by the doctor.
ADD & ADHD

AUTISM SPECTRUM
Children on the autism spectrum have a higher rate of visual deficits than the general population. We work successfully with many moderate to high functioning children and adults on the autism spectrum to enhance their quality of life and performance ability. Visual deficits in both shape and space perception are common in this group and can frequently be remediated through vision therapy. Toe walking may often be alleviated with special rehabilitation yoked prism glasses. Patients in this group also often respond well to Intuitive Colorimeter tinted lenses. Temple Grandin endorses vision therapy for patients with spectrum disorders.
VISION REHABILITATION FOR OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS
The optometrists and staff at Dr. Penelope S. Suter’s office are proud to serve patients in Bakersfield as well as surrounding communities such as Arvin, Delano, Frazier Park, Lake Isabella, Lamont, Lancaster, Palmdale, Porterville, Shafter, Taft, Tehachapi, Visalia, Wasco and many more. Our services include, but are not limited to, general optometry, vision therapy, diagnosis and treatment of eye disease and conditions and the treatment of vision issues that result from brain injury or other neurological compromise.