Kids’ Eye Exams: When to Have Them

When to Have Kids’ Eye Exams
At Center for Sight in Fall River we are often asked about the best time to have kids’ eyes screened and examined for eye health and vision problems. As both an ophthalmologist and a parent of young children I am especially sensitive to doing the right things at the right times for kids. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Ophthalmology recommend that your child's eyes be screened for problems at birth, by 6 months of age, at 3 to 4 years of age, at 5 years of age, and every following year. Getting your children’s eyes screened regularly is critical to look for problems that should be caught and treated early. In most instances it is not necessary for your child to have an exam with an eye doctor. The initial screenings are done by your pediatrician at well child visits. However, in babies born prematurely or if there is a family history of childhood eye problems it may be a good idea to bring your child in to see us for a more detailed exam.

If you or someone you know would like to learn more or schedule a kids eye exam, please call us at 508-730-2020, visit Center for Sight, Google+ or www.facebook.com/centerforsightfallriver to schedule an appointment.

Center for Sight is conveniently located at 1565 North Main Street, Suite 406, Fall River, Massachusetts 02720 for patients from Massachusetts or Rhode Island.