Pediatric Eye Exams at Morgantown Eye Associates

Vision problems, which can affect children’s learning, growth, and active play, are often subtle or unnoticed. Comprehensive pediatric eye exams are important for the early detection of these visual problems so kids can unlock their full potential without limitation.

Dr. Dona Wratchford, a respected member of our optometric team, makes the pediatric eye exam experience worthwhile for our young patients and their families with her passion and warm, patient-centered approach.

What Happens During a Pediatric Eye Exam?

Your child's vision and eye health are thoroughly assessed through age-appropriate tests. As part of these exams, we may examine their eye alignment and eyewear prescriptions and screen for myopia, a common childhood eye condition.

Our Pediatric Eye Care Services

Our comprehensive approach to pediatric eye care includes a suite of services designed to address the needs of growing eyes. From innovative myopia management strategies to vision therapy, we can handle various conditions with the latest eye care procedures and technology.

Starting Healthy Vision Off Strong: InfantSEE Assessments

As InfantSEE providers, we offer no-cost assessments detecting potential problems early in your baby’s crucial development. Vision problems left unaddressed can progress, making early diagnosis key. Our doctors carefully examine critical foundational skills like tracking, depth perception, and eye coordination, indicating how well your child's eyes are functioning together. Identifying defects early allows treatment before vision is impacted in the long term. This program gives infants under 12 months a healthy head start in nurturing lifelong sight.

Helping Your Child Overcome Vision Problems That Impact Learning

A child’s learning and engagement with the world can be significantly impacted by vision problems. Reading, writing, and even playing sports can become challenging tasks.

Some of these vision problems include

• Myopia (Nearsightedness)
• Hyperopia (Farsightedness)
• Astigmatism
• Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)
• Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
• Refractive Errors
• Binocular Vision Problems
• Perceptual Vision Problems

Our skilled team is dedicated to identifying and addressing vision-related obstacles to learning. Through personalized vision therapy, we help ensure your child thrives in the classroom, free from visual barriers.

Preparing for Your Child’s Eye Exam Appointment

Making your child's eye exam appointment smooth and productive requires a little preparation. Here are some steps you can take to make the experience beneficial and even enjoyable for your child:

Bring Their Current Eyewear: If your child already wears glasses or contact lenses, please bring them along to the appointment. This allows the optometrist to assess the current prescription and how well it's addressing your child's vision needs.

List of Medications: Compile a list of any medications your child is taking, including over-the-counter vitamins or supplements. Certain medications can affect vision or eye health, so it's important for the eye doctor to have this information.

Promise of a Treat: Let your child know that after the eye exam, you’ll celebrate with a special treat, like their favorite ice cream. This gives them something positive to look forward to and serves as a reward for their bravery and cooperation.

Choose the Right Time: Schedule the appointment at a time when your child is usually well-rested and fed. A tired or hungry child may be less cooperative or more anxious about new experiences.

Bring a Favorite Toy or Comfort Item: Allowing your child bring a favorite toy or blanket can also give them a sense of security and comfort during the eye exam.