Eye.Talk.Tech. | Episode #13 - Just Do Something: The Myopia Mindset

In this episode of Eye.Talk.Tech, Dr. Griffin Christensen and Dr. Thomas Aller, explore the evolution of myopia treatment and Dr. Aller’s influential “Any Plus, Any Place” philosophy. Dr. Aller shares key clinical insights, research experiences, and practical perspectives on overcoming barriers to myopia management, emphasizing why it’s critical for practitioners to take action and use today’s available tools to help slow myopia progression in children.Key TakeawaysDr. Aller emphasizes the importance of local retina control in myopia treatment.The 'Any Plus, Any Place' philosophy allows for flexible lens designs.Children adapt quickly to new lens designs, regardless of complexity.Even simple interventions can lead to significant reductions in myopia progression.Collaboration with industry leaders like Brien Holden has been crucial.The eye's response to conflicting signals is to slow down growth.There is a global need for more accessible myopia management solutions.Guest Bio Dr. Thomas Aller, OD, FBCLA, is an optometrist, researcher, and innovator in myopia management. He is a named inventor on 22 granted U.S. and international patents, including shared and continuation patents with Vision CRC and the Brien Holden Vision Institute, focused on optical strategies to control myopia progression.He has served as a Visiting Scholar at the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry and as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston College of Optometry, and is a clinical and scientific advisor to multiple companies engaged in myopia control. Dr. Aller is a Garland Clay Award recipient and author of one of the most influential papers in Optometry and Vision Science, and is recognized by Expertscape as a leading expert in myopia.Chapters00:00 Trailblazing in Myopia Management06:05 The Science Behind Myopia Control11:54 Local Retina Control and Its Implications17:49 Any Plus, Any Place: A New Paradigm29:19 Overcoming Barriers in Myopia Management34:23 The Money LineFurther ResourcesLearn more about Be Free Day Lenses https://euclidlenses.com/befreedayconnect 🌐 →https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-aller-od-fbcla/Listen on Spotify → Subscribe for more Eye.Talk.Tech. → / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn4QXVbJStYnyZZUnmjBGUQ#EyeTalkTech #ODsonTechnology #ODsOnFacebook #Euclid #MyopiaTechnology #MyopiaTreatment #BeFreeDay #OptometryInnovation #FutureOfEyeCare #ContactLens#EyeCareTechnology #Optometry___________________________About the podcastEye.Talk.Tech. is an eye tech education podcast series that brings subject matter experts and real conversations to the intersection of eye care and technology. Each episode explores innovations and future trends that matter to eyecare professionals worldwide. It is hosted by Dr. Griffin Christenson, OD, MS CS - Interactive Intelligence, It’s the flagship videocast of ODs on Technology - a public platform hosting eye tech content, research, and breakthroughs. Visit us at www.odsontechnology.com___________________________DisclaimerThis episode is for informational purposes only and not medical advice. Always consult a licensed eye care professional. Guest views are their own and do not reflect those of the host, FluoreSCENE Group, or partners. Mentions of products, tech, or treatments are not endorsements and may include off-label or investigational use. Emerging technologies discussed (e.g., AI, digital tools) may be unapproved and evolving. Use clinical judgment before adopting them.