What Type of Eye Doctor is the Best for My Child? featuring Dr. Erin McCleary, OD

It Could Be Your Eyes

"Anything that's other than the typical development-wise, I'd make sure we're getting eye exams...often, a child has an atypical congenital birth history or developmental history. They oftentimes have eyes and vision affected by that as well".
Today we welcome Dr. Erin McCleary, distinguished optometrist and co-founder of Clear Horizon Eyecare She graduated Summa Cum Laude from UND and is the recipient of the Tole Greenstein Award for excellence in Pediatric and Binocular Vision.
Dr. McCleary has been recognized as both CAO Young OD and Optometrist of the Year, showcasing her dedication and expertise, and emphasizing the importance of quality and comprehensive eye care for all her patients.
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(05:01) The role of a primary care optometrist in treating children's vision.
(06:42) The various tools and techniques used in pediatric optometry for assessing a child's vision, including preferential looking cards, retinoscopy, ocular alignment, and eye exam health.
(11:49) Common issues encountered in pediatric optometry, such as identifying benign findings like a freckle in the eye, referring out for more serious issues,
(26:03) and dealing with headaches and double vision.
(28:08) The importance of early identification and intervention to address vision problems in children,
(30:24) as well as the recommendation that elementary school children have an eye exam with a behavioral optometrist.
(37:40) The challenges faced when providing care for children with non-traditional caregivers,
(40:09) and the importance of advocacy and social change in improving access to care.
Resources & Links
Contact Clear Horizon Eye Care https://clearhorizoneyecare.com/contact/
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