Tracking Progression in Myopia Management

As with glaucoma, managing myopia is not a one-size-fits-all process—treatment must be personalized

By: Bibin Cherian, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO

Contact Lens Spectrum June 1, 2025

5 Key Takeaways

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Myopia management requires personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and circumstances.
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Successful myopia management involves collaboration among staff, from initial consultations to treatment discussions.
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Educating families about the risks of myopia is crucial, especially for those unaware of its potential complications.
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Ongoing education and strong relationships with referring doctors are essential for effective myopia management.
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The author's perspective on myopia management has evolved, recognizing its importance as a core aspect of clinical care.

Bibin Cherian

Bio: Bibin Cherian, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO, is an optometrist whose clinical work includes myopia management and specialty contact lenses. His clinical approach includes personalized treatment planning with orthokeratology, soft multifocal contact lenses, and low-dose atropine. In his writing for Contact Lens Spectrum, Dr. Cherian discusses practical strategies for integrating myopia management into clinical practice, including patient and parent education, monitoring progression, and coordinating care across the practice team.

Jessica Haynes

Specialties: Optometry

Bio: Jessica Haynes, OD, FAAO, FORS, Dipl ABO, is an optometrist whose work in Optometric Management addresses geographic atrophy and age-related macular degeneration. Her writing focuses on clarifying misconceptions about GA, including disease progression, vision outcomes, treatment options, and the role of ongoing monitoring and patient education.

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Tracking Progression in Myopia Management

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