A complete eye exam involves a series of tests designed to evaluate your vision and check for eye diseases. It doesn’t hurt and it isn’t scary. Your doctor may use curious-looking equipment, shine bright lights directly at your eyes, and request that you place your head in a variety of instruments. Each test is necessary and serves the purpose of allowing your doctor to evaluate different aspects of your vision. The outcome is not always surgery or spectacles; the practitioner will discuss your management plan at the end of your consult.