It’s hard to believe, but it’s August already and that means school is right around the corner! Enrollment forms and orientation schedules are being completed, immunizations are being done and well visits are being accomplished–but what about your child’s eyes? August is Children’s Eye Safety and Health Month – the perfect time for me to talk about the importance of taking care of your children’s eyes (and your own, of course!). According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), healthy eyes and good vision play critical roles in how infants and children learn to see. It is estimated that 80% of learning occurs through vision. The AOA recommends eye care check-ups starting at age 6 months followed by every two years … Read More
InfantSEE Day April 20th
As an optometrist and a mother, I am so passionate about early childhood eye care and my role as the Virginia Coordinator for the American Optometric Association’s (AOA) InfantSEE® program. InfantSEE® is a nation-wide initiative developed to provide professional eye care for infants ages 6-12 months at no cost. I’m excited to announce that as part of this program, our office will open our doors on Friday, April 20, from 9a.m. to 12p.m., to provide a one-time comprehensive eye exam for infants within this age range at no cost, regardless of income. We will be seeing patients by appointment only, so please call or click here to make your appointment! Experts from the AOA and American Public Health Association (APHA) … Read More