Double Vision and Studying

[bluedusk]

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I experience slight double vision whenever I read something, whether's it on a computer screen or a book. This is due to a retinal detachment I had when I was 15, and though the surgery was successful in reattaching my retina, scar tissues formed around my macula, which is what I think has created the double vision.

Anyways, do you think this will have any significant impact on medical schools studies or later when I become a practicing physician?

 

[gamieg]

each medical school will have some variation of technical standards required for its students. an example is here:
http://weill.cornell.edu/education/admissions/acc_tec_sta.html

if you are confident that you are able to perform the technical standards as detailed by the medical school you attend and it doesn't impact your ability to study or interact with patients, it shouldn't be an issue. there are many inspiring stories of individuals with physical disabilities who go on to become respected physicians, but a lot of that is a personal understanding and perseverance.

good luck.

 

[ciestar]

Studying can become a pain. I didn't even notice my double vision until I started studying for the MCAT, but focusing became a problem because of it. You just may need to take more frequent breaks while studying to compensate, I had to in order to give my eyes a rest. (Thankfully I had it surgically corrected at this point)

 

[efle]

Are you able to sit and stare at a screen for half a day to a full day, understanding and retaining what you read? That should be the answer!