Overcoming The Blind Spot In Clinical Trials: How Mobile Eye Exams Accelerate Clinical Trials

Travel remains the leading barrier to patient participation, with traditional trial sites requiring an average journey of 67 miles. Mobile eye exams are transforming clinical trials by reducing this distance to just 13 miles, significantly enhancing patient retention. Mobile exams also address the critical shortage of ophthalmologists, ensuring timely and comprehensive eye assessments across therapeutic areas. With only one ophthalmologist per 17,235 patients, traditional clinical trial sites face delays and patient retention challenges. Mobile Vision Clinics bridge this gap by bringing certified ophthalmic professionals directly to trial locations, reducing the travel burden and improving accessibility.

By integrating mobile ophthalmology services, clinical trials expand site capabilities, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance participant diversity. On-site ophthalmologic assessments allow for the inclusion of patients with limited transportation access, ultimately improving representation in research. Mobile eye exams are not just a convenience—they are a vital innovation accelerating clinical trials, optimizing data collection, and improving patient outcomes across multiple indications.