Myopia Management Clinic
Pediatric Eye Care
At WesternU Health, we understand the importance of having a happy, healthy child. We know that vision changes a child’s world. Eyesight allows a child to see the faces of their loved ones, to learn, to play. The Eye Care Institute at WesternU Health is proud to offer a service for children age 6-18 years of age, the management and treatment of Myopia.
Myopia is commonly known as nearsightedness. It usually occurs during childhood when eyeballs are growing. Myopia causes poor long-distance vision. The eyeball is either longer than normal, or the cornea is too curved, both causing some images to be blurry. It is a chronic, progressive disease, that typically gets worse over time, if appropriate interventions are delayed. Untreated Myopia increases the risk of retinal disease which can lead to retinal tear, retinal detachment, maculopathy, cataracts and glaucoma.
For You and Your Child:
- Bright and Thoughtful Doctors – Up to Date on Research
- New & Specialized Technology
- Multiple Treatment Options
- Affordable
- Reduced Cost for Qualified Individuals/Families
Since 2008, WesternU Health has been the heart of health care in Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties. We are dedicated to enhancing and extending the quality of life in our communities and achieving excellence in everything we do.
Modern State-of-the-Art-Facilities
The Eye Care Institute offers a comprehensive, inter-professional approach with the latest instrumentation and techniques to manage even the most challenging eye and vision problems. Some of the specialized equipment pieces are generally not available in most private practice settings. Private practitioners often refer patients for more comprehensive diagnostics for complex conditions requiring more specialized assessment.
- Private Examination and Treatment Rooms
- Specialized Testing Areas
- Pediatrics & Vision Therapy Space
- Vision Rehab Assistive Technology
- Retinal Imaging
- Full Service Optical Department
- Modern, Fashionable Eyewear including Sports and Sunglasses
Dr. Nolan Ng
Myopia Management Expert
Dr. Nolan Ng is the Chief of Cornea & Contact Lens and Assistant Professor for Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Optometry.
With over 30 years of experience in private practice and academia, Dr. Ng is responsible for overseeing and developing the WesternU Health Eye Care Institute Myopia Management Clinic. His expertise includes advanced corrective procedures, both surgical and non-surgical, and pre- and post-operative care of refractive surgery patients.
Dr. Ng is a Southern California native. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine, a Doctor of Optometry with an emphasis in Specialty Contact Lenses from Southern College of Optometry (TN). He has co-lectured on multiple refractive and cataract surgical procedures as well as having assisted in several FDA clinical studies.
Dorcas K. Tsang, OD, FAAO
Assistant Professor
John Tassinari, FAAO, FCOVD, BS, OD
Chief of Pediatric Optometric Service, Associate Professor
Kim Duong, OD, MS, MPH, FAAO
Associate Professor
Fanny Lee, OD
Part-Time Auxillary Instructor
Make an Appointment
Call the Eye Care Institute at WesternU Health (909-706-3899 option 2) to schedule a comprehensive eye exam with the Myopia Manage Clinic (online appointments not available, must call).
It is best that the patient bring their current eyeglasses and contact lenses. However, we prefer that the patient not wear their contact lens to the appointment if possible.
New Patient Registration Form for Child/Minor (to be completed by Parent/Guardian)
Health Insurances Accepted
Medicare (federal health insurance) | Medicaid (federal and state insurance) | Most Vision Plans | Private Payers with Direct Plans | PPO | Cash/Credit
The WesternU Eye Care Institute does not currently accept HMOs, IPAs, or Medical Group insurances.