Evaluation of a Novel Intervention for Individuals at High Risk for Blindness from Diabetic Retinopathy: the SEEN Program Pilot

Objective To evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the Sight-Saving Engagement and Evaluation in New Haven (SEEN) Program, designed to engage individuals at high risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR) in eye care. Study Setting and Design In this single-arm, nonrandomized, prospective intervention at a tertiary-care-affiliated institution in the Northeastern US, we enrolled 35 adults with diabetes at highest-quartile risk for DR, with no eye exam in the preceding year. Participants underwent comprehensive eye examination, DR education, and one year of social needs navigation by a community

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