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MYOPIA TRENDS
Heeding the Wakeup Call
Through collaboration and effective “I'm very concerned with myopia because it is definitely progressing. have a lot of evidence of that," management strategies, eye care We said Dr. Elise Kramer, a residencytrained optometrist in Miami and professionals can combat the an expert in specialty contact lens design and fitting. global myopia epidemic by Jena Passut
Myopia is on the rise worldwide, with the International Myopia Institute estimating that nearly half of the world will be myopic by 2050.1 Optometrists and ophthalmologists play crucial roles in the management and treatment of myopia, and their collaboration is essential for optimizing patient outcomes.
“Fifty percent of Asian children are myopic, and we are going to reach that 50% here eventually if we don't slow it down. So, I’m a huge proponent of myopia management and control. It is very relevant not just in my practice, but all over the world,” she continued.
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Enhancing comanagement practices for improved patient outcomes
n recent years, myopia has reached epidemic proportions in many parts of the world, particularly in East Asia. However, studies1 indicate that myopia is also increasing at an alarming rate in other regions, including North America, Europe,
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and Australia. This global trend has prompted a shift in the approach to myopia management, focusing on proactive interventions to slow down its progression and reduce associated risks.
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Traditionally, optometrists have been primarily responsible for prescribing