Diabetic Retinopathy Screening and Treatment Capacity in Student-Run Free Clinics: A National Assessment.

Of the 54 clinics contacted, 21 (39%) responded, representing 13 states.

All clinics reported caring for patients with diabetic retinopathy (100%), glaucoma (81%), and cataracts (76%).

Primary funding sources included grants (38%) and alternative funding mechanisms (29%).

Key barriers to comprehensive care included insufficient funding, lack of diagnostic equipment, and limited availability of trained clinical personnel.