Ocular Tele-Health Eye Exam Exposes Potential Deadly Brain Tumor, Emergency Surgery and Continued Patient Recovery.

HOLBROOK, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 20/20NOW, the leader in ocular tele-health, announces the release of a new case study. A patient's recent complaint of blurry vision and migraines during an eye exam at an optical retailer in rural Pennsylvania led to an emergent referral, where further testing uncovered a potentially life-threatening brain tumor. Thanks to 20/20NOW's on-demand tele-optometry comprehensive eye exam providing immediate access to care, the patient's condition was quickly detected. The patient notified 20/20NOW of an expected full recovery.

20/20NOW leverages technology to deliver digital comprehensive eye exams that give providers crystal-clear views of the eyes and boost patient engagement.

During the exam, the patient's retinal imaging revealed an anomaly, and thanks to quality HD imaging, the licensed remote doctor was able to quickly identify swelling at the optic nerve. The doctors spoke to the patient about the findings and referred them to the emergency room, where further tests confirmed the optic nerve swelling was caused by a brain tumor.

Upon further evaluation, the patient was scheduled for emergency surgery, resulting in a successful tumor removal and an anticipated full recovery. "This location had been without a doctor for almost two years, and I could not have imagined what this would have looked like if they could not get the immediate help they needed.", stated a technician from the exam site. 

This case illustrates how comprehensive eye exams can save more than just vision—they can save lives. With the ocular telehealth use on a steady rise, it effectively tackles the growing need for patient-eye doctor accessibility. Being able to flag and refer serious health issues early, turning routine visits into critical early monitoring opportunities.

Doctors and optical retailers can leverage modernized vision diagnostic technology and timely treatment to enhance vision care within their communities.

As the leader in ocular telehealth for over a decade, 20/20NOW offers turn-key solutions for optometrists, ophthalmologists, opticians as well as health care networks.

About 20/20NOW 

20/20NOW is the industry leader in tele-optometry, providing optical retailers with innovative solutions to expand eye care services, increase revenue and improve patient outcomes including walk-in eye exams. The 20/20NOW platform ensures high-quality, on-demand vision care for optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians nationwide and in Canada. As the foremost provider of tele-optometry solutions, 20/20NOW empowers optical retailers to offer full-time eye doctor accessibility, perform more exams weekly and increase optical sales. 

20/20NOW continues to deliver superior care and business advantages. Learn more about the case study at https://for2020now.com/case-study-tele-optometry

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