Fife Myopia Clinic is run by PLM Optometrists at their practice in Cupar. This specialist myopia control clinic is led by Kathryn Marshall who is a registered optometrist and accredited myopia control practitioner. Some children develop progressive myopia (short-sightedness) which can worsen after the age of 5-6. A range of methods have been developed which slow the progression of myopia, but thes
e are not suitable and successful for all children with myopia. Fife Myopia clinic is privately funded and does not receive any money from the NHS. Fife Myopia Clinic offers an initial evaluation costing £80. At this visit, you can expect:
* Comprehensive eye examination and recording of baseline measurements, this includes:
- biometry: measurement of length of eye
- topography - plotting the shap of the front of the eye
- cycloplegic refraction - checking the full prescription with the help of eye drops
* Full risk assessment
* In-depth explanation and independent expert advice
* Management planning
Many children will not be advised treatment at this first visit - we often need to check the eyes again in 3-6 months to see if the myopia is increasing. Fife Myopia Clinic will only advise treatment options where they are deemed necessary.
