Nearsightedness in children is more common than ever, but the good news is, there are ways to manage it. Eye Contacts helps families across East Vancouver slow the progression of myopia with proven treatments and personalized care. We proudly offer a trusted space where we safeguard children’s vision and support their long-term eye health.
Myopia Management That Grows With Your Child
Why Childhood Is The Best Time to Manage Myopia
Myopia, or nearsightedness, makes distant objects look blurry while close-up vision stays clear. It often starts in childhood and can get worse as kids grow. If left unmanaged, higher levels of myopia can increase the risk of eye conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal problems later in life.
The earlier we step in, the better. Managing myopia isn’t just about sharper vision now. It’s about protecting healthy eyes well into adulthood. Our team is here to guide you through your child’s options with care, clear information, and long-term support.
As part of our pediatric care approach, we also monitor your child’s overall visual development and screen for early signs of amblyopia and strabismus that may affect learning and comfort.
Our Approach to Myopia Control in Vancouver
Every child’s eyes and every family’s needs are different. That’s why we create personalized myopia management plans tailored to your child’s vision, health history, and daily routines.
We start with a detailed evaluation, explain all treatment options, and build a plan for your child’s needs. Whether it’s specialty lenses, small daily habit changes, or regular monitoring, we stay by your side at every step, making sure you feel confident and informed.
Dr. Joel Go is passionate about advancing pediatric myopia care in Vancouver and has presented clinical case studies on complex lens fittings, reflecting our clinic’s leadership and innovation in this growing field.
We offer non-surgical options like MiSight® daily lenses and Ortho-K overnight lenses to help slow the progression of myopia in children protecting long-term eye health and reducing the future risk of serious eye conditions.
We Use Proven Treatments for Slowing Myopia
Ortho-K (Orthokeratology): Custom contact lenses worn overnight gently reshape the surface of the eye. Kids can wake up with clear daytime vision and no need for glasses or daytime contacts.
MiSight® 1 Day Contact Lenses: Soft, daily disposable contacts clinically shown to slow myopia progression while correcting vision during the day. Comfortable, simple, and safe.
Vision-Healthy Habits: We’ll work with your family on easy ways to support eye health, like encouraging outdoor time, balancing screen use, and setting up good lighting for reading and homework.
Technology That Supports Safer, Smarter Myopia Care
Managing myopia means tracking small changes over time, and we have the right tools for the job. Our corneal topographers and advanced diagnostic systems allow us to measure, monitor, and adjust care as your child’s eyes develop.
We invest in technology that’s not just accurate, but kid-friendly too. Clear images, quick tests, and a comfortable experience make regular visits easier and more effective.
Why Families Choose Eye Contacts For Their Myopia Management
For over 30 years, Eye Contacts has been trusted by families across Hastings-Sunrise and East Vancouver. Our care is rooted in relationships, and many of our young myopia patients are the children and grandchildren of patients we’ve served for decades.
We offer care in English, Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, and Taiwanese, making our clinic welcoming for all. You’re family and your child’s vision is our priority.
A Legacy of Care: One Family’s Myopia Management Journey
When a long-time patient returned to our clinic, Dr. Joel was reminded why proactive eye care matters so deeply. The father had stopped wearing contact lenses after experiencing a retinal detachment and was now bringing in his son for his first eye exam. Worried that his child was struggling to see clearly, he hoped it wasn’t the beginning of a more serious issue.
After the eye exam, Dr. Joel prescribed glasses for the son and discussed something even more important: myopia management. The father shared his own story, and together they explored how early intervention could help reduce the risk of long-term complications for his child.
This moment wasn’t just about correcting vision—it was about breaking a cycle, easing a parent’s fears, and offering a path forward. It also reflected what makes our practice unique: strong relationships with families, continuity of care across generations, and a commitment to education and early action.
Let’s Protect Your Child's Vision Together
If your child has been diagnosed with nearsightedness or if you’ve noticed changes in their vision, early action matters. Our team is ready to answer your questions, explain your options, and create a plan that keeps your child seeing clearly today and in the years to come.
We offer myopia management services in English, Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, and Taiwanese.
