Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Dr. Andrew Malem, Staff Physician in Ophthalmology at the Integrated Surgical Institute, and Dr. Arif Khan, Chair of Pediatric and Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Integrated Surgical Institute, explain why early-onset myopia can affect learning, eye development, and long-term eye health.
While refractive surgery may be an option for some adults, it does not reverse structural changes to the eye or eliminate future risks. Early intervention, regular eye care, reduced screen time, and more outdoor exposure play a critical role in protecting children’s vision over time.
Dr. Andrew Malem, Staff Physician in Ophthalmology at the Integrated Surgical Institute, and Dr. Arif Khan, Chair of Pediatric and Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Integrated Surgical Institute, explain why early-onset myopia can affect learning, eye development, and long-term eye health.
While refractive surgery may be an option for some adults, it does not reverse structural changes to the eye or eliminate future risks. Early intervention, regular eye care, reduced screen time, and more outdoor exposure play a critical role in protecting children’s vision over time.
