Ocumeda Expands Eye Check-Up for Diabetes Patients in Germany

Ocumeda has announced an expansion of its eye check-up service specifically targeting people with diabetes in Germany. The new offering, available immediately at optician locations, requires two fundus photographs (macula- and papilla-centered) instead of one to enable ophthalmologists to assess all four retinal quadrants for diabetic retinopathy. Additional health data collected includes diabetes duration, HbA1c levels, kidney disease history, and blood pressure. Medical director PD Dr. Catharina Busch stated that approximately ten million people live with diabetes in Germany, yet about one-third do not attend recommended eye examinations. Opticians perform the measurements and image capture, while affiliated ophthalmologists handle interpretation. This initiative aims to provide an additional preventive option for underserved patients.