Disparities in Eye Care Access and Utilization: A Narrative Review
Joana E. Andoh, Agnes Ezekwesili, Kristen Nwanyanwu, Angela R. Elam
Abstract
This narrative review summarizes the literature on factors related to eye care access and utilization in the United States. Using the Healthy People 2030 framework, this review investigates social determinants of health associated with general and follow-up engagement, screenings, diagnostic visits, treatment, technology, and teleophthalmology. We provide hypotheses for these documented eye care disparities, featuring qualitative, patient-centered research. Lastly, we provide recommendations in the hopes of appropriately eliminating these disparities and reimagining eye care.
Topics & Concepts
NarrativeEye careHealth careNarrative reviewHealth equityMedicineOptometryGerontologyPsychologyNursingPolitical scienceIntensive care medicinePublic healthLawLinguisticsPhilosophyOphthalmology and Visual Impairment StudiesOphthalmology and Visual Health ResearchRetinal and Optic Conditions