Sep 23 2024 32 mins
In this episode of The Beehive, Dr. Blair Rolnick welcomes Dr. Sari Schwartz, an optometrist who specializes in pediatrics, vision development, vision rehabilitation and vision therapy. They emphasize the critical role vision plays in academics, noting that 80% of information intake is visual. They discuss modern treatments for amblyopia like binocular therapy, surpassing the traditional patching method. Vision therapy tailored to individual needs incorporates exercises to enhance eye movement and coordination.
Visual problems often mask as ADHD or learning disabilities, with symptom overlap exceeding 90%. Dr. Schwartz underscores the importance of routine eye exams, especially for nonverbal children or those with fine motor skill issues. She explains how undiagnosed visual issues can affect academic performance and behavior. The episode underscores the necessity of comprehensive back-to-school health checkups, concluding that addressing underlying visual issues can significantly improve children's learning and development experiences.
This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/m1jjDS8MHVk
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For Dr. Rolnick's practice and more content, visit: https://beekindpediatrics.com/