FAQ  Ask the Optometrist  

Our Optometrist, Dr Russel Lazarus, has specialized expertise in detecting and treating children’s vision problems.

Dr Lazarus has devoted over 20 years to ensuring children receive comprehensive examinations.

Dr Lazarus is happy to answer questions you may have on reading, school work, eyes, vision therapy or glasses.  If you have ANY further questions, please use the online enquiry or phone (02) 9362 4002.

How do I know if the Vision-2-Learn Program will help my child?

If you go to the '10 second test' page, you will see a list of signs. If your child has ANY of these signs, this program will be of benefit.

2. How do we get started?

We will provide a comprehensive Vision Therapy Evaluation. This will include much more the basic ‘20/20 sight test’. Our examinations will cover Convergence, Eye Tracking, Eye Focusing, Lazy Eye and Visual Information Processing.

3. Can Vision 2 Learn be done at home and in-office?

YES. This is one of the major advantages of this program. Most of the therapy is done using FUN 3D programs at your own home! Sessions are only 5-8 mins each and only 4-5 times per week.

4. My child has 20/20 sight, could they require Vision Therapy?

YES. Over 80% of the child's learning comes through their eyes, so ANY vision problem can significantly impact their reading and school performance. A comprehensive examination could include Convergence, Eye Tracking, Eye Focusing, Lazy Eye and Visual Information Processing.

5. How quickly will my child improve?

 The Vision 2 Learn program quickly progresses as your child’s visual skills are corrected. Significant improvement should be experienced in as little as 3-4 weeks. The program is usually completed in just 4-6 months.

If you have ANY further questions, please use the online enquiry or phone (02) 9362 4002