Paul Amsler

Paul Amsler was a Swiss physicist best known for inventing the Amsler grid, a diagnostic tool used by eye care professionals to detect and monitor visual distortions caused by macular problems, such as macular degeneration. The Amsler grid is a simple square grid with a central dot that patients look at to identify any areas of visual distortion or blind spots. This easy-to-use test helps in early detection of retinal issues, allowing for timely intervention and management of conditions affecting central vision.