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The Eye See Eye Learn Program!
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Meet IRIS Our Mascot!
Iris is an important member of our team and helps us spread our message - emphasizing the importance of eye exams for young pupils!
The Eye See Eye Learn Program was piloted by Dr. Caroline Teske for the Halton Hills region and has been an integral part of successful learning in young students.
- 80% of learning is visual, making eye exams crucial to ensure each child is learning to the best of their ability.
- 60% of children with literacy challenges hae undiagnosed vision problems.
- Children should have their first eye exam at 6 months and annually from then on.
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Dr. Caroline Teske & Dr. Ben Thompson on Micro Point Stimulation
In this "Let's Just Do This" podcast with Margaret Wallis-Duffy, and Todd Miller speak with Dr. Ben Thompson via Skype from Waterloo University and Dr. Caroline Teske to talk about Micro Point Stimulation and its benefits for eye health.
Dr. Caroline Teske from Eyes Focused On You, and Dr. Ben Thompson, Professor, Dept. of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo, join forces to have an informative discussion about microcurrent, and exciting research being done by Dr. Thompson.
Dr. Caroline Teske from Eyes Focused On You, and Dr. Ben Thompson, Professor, Dept. of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo, join forces to have an informative discussion about microcurrent, and exciting research being done by Dr. Thompson.
Ben Thompson completed his BSc and PhD in the Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Sussex, UK. He then completed postdoctoral fellowships in the Department of Psychology, UCLA, USA and the Department of Ophthalmology, McGill University. Prior to joining us at Waterloo, Dr. Thompson was an Associate Professor in Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Dr. Thompson’s research is concerned with human visual cortex development and plasticity, particularly in promoting plasticity to improve outcomes for patients with brain-based visual disorders. This has led to an interest in amblyopia, and to the development of two new and highly promising approaches to treatment.
If you'd like further info about eye health and treatment, head over to the Eyes Focused On You website at https://www.eyesfocusedonyou.com for further details or how to book a consult!
If you have a story idea or a guest that we should interview, reach out to the Let's Just Do This podcast team at wownewmediapodcast@gmail.com, online at www.wallisforwellness.com, or on FB at www.facebook.com/wallisforwellness/ Thanks for listening and please give us a review on iTunes and share this content with anyone you think could benefit!
Dr. Thompson’s research is concerned with human visual cortex development and plasticity, particularly in promoting plasticity to improve outcomes for patients with brain-based visual disorders. This has led to an interest in amblyopia, and to the development of two new and highly promising approaches to treatment.
If you'd like further info about eye health and treatment, head over to the Eyes Focused On You website at https://www.eyesfocusedonyou.com for further details or how to book a consult!
If you have a story idea or a guest that we should interview, reach out to the Let's Just Do This podcast team at wownewmediapodcast@gmail.com, online at www.wallisforwellness.com, or on FB at www.facebook.com/wallisforwellness/ Thanks for listening and please give us a review on iTunes and share this content with anyone you think could benefit!
Dr. Caroline Teske & Dr. Shirley Ha discuss Vision Therapy
In this "Let's Just Do This" podcast with Margaret Wallis-Duffy, we speak with Dr. Shirley Ha and Dr. Caroline Teske about Neurooptometry and how it can apply to your eye health.
Dr. Caroline Teske, Optometrist from Eyes Focused On You, and Dr. Shirley Ha, Neuro-Developmental Optometrist join forces to have an informative discussion about vision therapy - what it is, what to expect and the actual tools and techniques they can use to help with 'lazy eye', amongst other challenges! Optometrists are often the first health professionals to see diseases like hypertension, diabetes and other inflammatory conditions!
Dr. Caroline Teske, Optometrist from Eyes Focused On You, and Dr. Shirley Ha, Neuro-Developmental Optometrist join forces to have an informative discussion about vision therapy - what it is, what to expect and the actual tools and techniques they can use to help with 'lazy eye', amongst other challenges! Optometrists are often the first health professionals to see diseases like hypertension, diabetes and other inflammatory conditions!
WHAT IS VISION THERAPY?Vision Therapy is a doctor supervised program designed to improve the processing part of the visual system. Vision therapy is not simply eye exercises. It is a scientifically-based program combined with careful history, visual examination and dedicated participation and can change a person's visual function and life. The therapy is individualized to the unique needs of the patient.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM VISION THERAPY?Vision therapy can have dramatic results for many patients. patients with lazy eye or eye turn traumatic brain injury or concussion learning difficulties or attention deficit disorders depth perception problems sports performance enhancement.
HOW DOES VISION THERAPY WORK?An initial vision therapy assessment is performed by a behavioural optometrist to determine a strategy or plan for therapy. Most Vision Therapy is conducted in-office, in a weekly session lasting 30 minutes to 1 hour. There are often homework items to supplement in-office work. A therapy program can last from 20 weeks to a year or more depending on the individual’s diagnosis, their age and their commitment and participation level in the program. After each 10 week sessions the patient has a re-evaluation to measure progress.
If you'd like further info about eye health and treatment, head over to the Eyes Focused On You website at https://www.eyesfocusedonyour.com for further details or how to book a consult!
If you have a story idea or a guest that we should interview, reach out to the Let's Just Do This podcast team at wownewmediapodcast@gmail.com, online at www.wallisforwellness.com, or on FB at www.facebook.com/wallisforwellness/ Thanks for listening and please give us a review on iTunes and share this content with anyone you think could benefit!
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM VISION THERAPY?Vision therapy can have dramatic results for many patients. patients with lazy eye or eye turn traumatic brain injury or concussion learning difficulties or attention deficit disorders depth perception problems sports performance enhancement.
HOW DOES VISION THERAPY WORK?An initial vision therapy assessment is performed by a behavioural optometrist to determine a strategy or plan for therapy. Most Vision Therapy is conducted in-office, in a weekly session lasting 30 minutes to 1 hour. There are often homework items to supplement in-office work. A therapy program can last from 20 weeks to a year or more depending on the individual’s diagnosis, their age and their commitment and participation level in the program. After each 10 week sessions the patient has a re-evaluation to measure progress.
If you'd like further info about eye health and treatment, head over to the Eyes Focused On You website at https://www.eyesfocusedonyour.com for further details or how to book a consult!
If you have a story idea or a guest that we should interview, reach out to the Let's Just Do This podcast team at wownewmediapodcast@gmail.com, online at www.wallisforwellness.com, or on FB at www.facebook.com/wallisforwellness/ Thanks for listening and please give us a review on iTunes and share this content with anyone you think could benefit!
Dr. Caroline Teske & Dr. David Wong on Diabetic Retinopathy
In this "Let's Just Do This" podcast with Margaret Wallis-Duffy, Dr. Caroline Teske from Eyes Focused On You, and Dr. David Wong, Chief Opthamologist from St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto, join forces to have an informative discussion about Retinopathy, and eye health in general. Dr. Wong spearheaded an incredible study about the positive effects of Opthamologists are often the first health professionals to diagnose diseases like hypertension, diabetes and other inflammatory conditions!
They discuss the leading cause of blindness, the role of nutrition and diet in eye health, and how supplements can help. We also discuss the role of the sun in impact on your eyes. Dr. David Wong also shares news about new technologies and research to help with treatment! If you'd like further info about eye health and treatment, call us to book a consult!
