Patient Resources
The information provided is from sources we consider to be reliable, but it is not intended to be a substitute for appropriate medical care from a physician or other licensed/certified health care professional.
What might happen during a child's eye exam?
What to expect
Our colleagues at Boston Children's Hospital have created a short video that explains the whole process of a new patient eye exam. Techniques will vary between clinicians but fundamentals of the exam remain the same.
Eye Terms and Conditions
Double Vision
Double vision (Diplopia) describes an individual seeing two images of a single object. The AACO has created a tri-fold brochure explaining the causes and possible treatment options.
Divergence Insufficiency
Also known as age related distance esotropia, this describes an acquired inability of the two eyes to fully diverge when looking at objects in the distance, usually causing double vision.
Dragged-Fovea Diplopia Syndrome
Also known as Foveal Misregistration/ Foveal Displacement Syndrome/ Macular Diplopia or Central-Peripheral Rivalry
Eye conditions and terms
The American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus has a comprehensive list ophthalmic terminology and conditions
Prisms and Glasses
Prism FAQs
Prisms are often prescribed as a non-surgical treatment option for double vision. AACO has created a one sheet handout to answer the most frequently asked questions.
Selecting Children's Glasses
Learning your child needs glasses can feel overwhelming especially if no one else in the family is a glasses wearer. This brochure guides you through picking your child's first pair.