Which of the following is a professional resource for low vision rehabilitation?

• A. Low vision support group
• B. Vision rehabilitation clinic
• C. Ophthalmology department
• D. Certified low vision optician

Answer: (D)

In low vision rehabilitation, the professional who can most directly improve functional vision is the one trained to prescribe and train patients in the use of low-vision devices. A certified low vision optician has specialized education in assessing how well a person performs daily tasks with magnification, lighting, and contrast, then selecting and fitting the right devices—such as handheld magnifiers, spectacle-mounted magnifiers, electronic readers, or other assistive tech—and teaching how to use them effectively. This hands-on device expertise translates into real improvements in independence and daily functioning, which is the essence of rehabilitation.

Other options may offer support or medical care, but they don’t provide the focused device fitting and training that directly enables better visual function. A low vision support group offers peer support, not professional rehabilitation services. A vision rehabilitation clinic and an ophthalmology department provide broader care and medical services, respectively, rather than specialized device fitting and training.