Can J Ophthalmol
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Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness. Studies have shown the value of screening and early, timely treatment. Our aim was to measure the effectiveness and degree of acceptance of community screening for diabetic retinopathy using telemedicine. ⋯ Telemedicine provided a reliable and highly acceptable method for diabetic retinopathy screening. It can attract a significant number of people with diabetes and potentially recruit patients who would otherwise be missed by the current methods of vision screening.