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Children's Vision and Learning Month Impact
In the summer of 1995, August was first declared Children’s Vision and Learning Month. The goal was to raise awareness about the many vision issues that can affect a child’s ability to learn.
According to the American Optometric Association (AOA),1 in 4 children has undiagnosed vision problems that interfere with learning.
August awareness creates a September through December patient influx. Schools refer more. Parents seek help. Your patient volume increases significantly.
When Awareness Creates Opportunity
Increased Consultations
When awareness campaigns drive patients to your door, you need to be ready not just to handle the volume, but to make sure every child gets the care, attention, and expertise they deserve.
Higher Expectations
During Children's Vision and Learning Month, awareness peaks, and parents research vision therapy online. They compare practices. They expect the professional setup that matches the sophisticated care you provide.
Comprehensive Treatment
Children need a comprehensive evaluation of all visual abilities affecting learning. Complex visual problems require complete equipment sets. When assessment reveals multiple deficits, you need tools for every intervention.
Essential Kit for Awareness-Driven Growth
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The Essential Kit isn't about having more equipment; it's about having the right equipment when awareness creates opportunity
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No delays. No referrals elsewhere. No explanation to parents why the treatment must wait for the equipment. Be ready to treat them completely from session one
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Prepare for awareness-driven growth systematically. When you ensure equipment capacity matches patient demand, you maintain professional standards regardless of volume increases.
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The Essential Kit auto-ship program. wasn't created to push more gear, but to make sure your practice is fully equipped for moments like these, so you can serve more kids, without the risk of compromising care.
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Dr. Megan N. Ford, OD, FCOVD, Dipl. ABO
South Tulsa Vision Development Center
“The innovation that Emergent provides stems from their dedication to improving the patient experience”
Dr. Ashley Gentrup, OD FCOVD
Visions Therapy Center
“Emergent hasn't changed what we do for home therapy, but they elevate the perception of what we do and make it easier for us to do our work”
