Setting an Early Foundation of Myopia Control as Primary Care

Setting an Early Foundation of Myopia Control as Primary Care

  • How Camila’s hands-on experience in the school’s contact lens program and clinic made her a better student and influenced her career path.
  • Why myopia control should be adopted as primary care.
  • How she gained confidence in talking to parents about myopia and why early myopia management education with parents is key.

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