1. Driving with the Bioptic TelescopeBy
Dr. Dennis Kelleher
September 17, 2018
Driving with the Bioptic Telescope

2. Driving with the Bioptic Telescope
Vision Factors
Static Visual Acuity Standard
Dynamic Visual Acuity
Visual Fields
Stable Eye Pathology
Color Perception
Depth Perception & Binocularity
Contrast Sensitivity & Glare Recovery
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3. Common Vision Standards
20/40 Visual Acuity with Bioptic
Greater than 20/200 VA without Bioptic
Minimum 130 Degree Visual Field
Stable Eye Condition
Ability to Differentiate Color
Ability to Track Objects
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4. Non-Visual Safety Factors
Emotional Status
Slow Reaction Time
Substance Abuse
Inexperience & Over-Exposure
Age
Impairments
A Need to Drive
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5. Driving with the Bioptic Telescope
Restrictions
Geographic Area
Hours
Specific Roads
Special Vehicle & Equipment
Differential Licensing Testing Procedures
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6. Objections to Bioptic Telescope Use
Restricted Visual Field through Bioptic
Ring Scotoma Causing Blind Spot
Vibration and Speed Blur
Telescopic Parallax & Depth Perception
Bioptic Use with Mirrors
Sensitive Bioptic Frame Adjustments
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7. Driving with the Bioptic Telescope
Effective Bioptic Use
Spotting Device
Vary Amount of Bioptic Use
Maximizing Eye Movement
Scanning Driving Environment
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8. Bioptic Training Sequence
Locate Stationary Objects while Still
Locate Moving Objects while Still
Locate Moving Objects while Moving
Develop Rapid, Accurate Perception
Spatial Awareness & Memory
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9. Defensive Driving Skills
Keep Your Eyes Moving
See the Entire Picture
Be Sure You are Seen
Follow at a Safe Distance (4 seconds)
Anticipate what Other Driver(s) Action
Leave Yourself an Escape
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10. Driving with the Bioptic Telescope
Driving Tasks
Steering, Shifting & Turning
Speed Control & Braking
Backing Up and Parking
Depth Perception
Use of Mirrors
Obey Driving Laws & Use Courtesy
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11. Techniques for Low Vision Drivers
Use Other Low Vision Devices Appropriately
Know Where You Are Going in Advance
Use Non-Visual Cues
Be Attentive to Driving at All Times
Drive During Less Demanding Conditions
Impose Voluntary Self-Restrictions
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