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Many of our patient’s parents have been asking us about concerns related to virtual learning, increased screen time and digital eye strain. Dr. Rao recently had a chance to talk to WDIV about these concerns. The links belows will provide you with our perspective and the national Academy of Ophthalmology’s statements on these topics. Blue Light Glasses There is no

Our physicians will not write a “doctor’s excuse” to exempt any patient from not being required to wear masks in school, sports, daycare or any other activity. While we recognize there are a few medical conditions that may require an exemption from masking, every one of the doctors of CEC feel there are no eye conditions that require the absence

Fireworks and Eye Injuries: A Serious Risk for Michigan Kids In Michigan, summer festivals, backyard gatherings, and Fourth of July celebrations often include fireworks. But every year, children across the Metro Detroit area and throughout Southeast Michigan suffer preventable eye injuries caused by these explosives. Even simple items like sparklers burn at over 1,800°F and can cause permanent eye damage.

Stephen Burwell, CO, COT won the 2016 Richard G. Scobee Memorial Award. This national recognition is given to the orthoptist, and training program, who received the highest written and oral scores on that year’s board certification. Stephen joined Children’s Eye Care in 2012 as an ophthalmic tech-trainee two years after completing her BS in neuroscience at University of Michigan – Ann