Myopia Management Near Thornhill
If your child's distance vision keeps changing, families near Thornhill can visit our North York clinic for a myopia assessment and a plan designed around their child.
Long-Term Vision
Nearsightedness often increases through childhood and the teen years. Dr. Mustafa Rawji works with families from Thornhill to assess each child's eyes and create a personalized management plan, with regular monitoring to track how things change.
We explain the findings and work with you to choose an approach that fits your child and your household.
Follow-up visits measure changes over time so the plan can be reviewed and adjusted.
Slowing myopia may reduce the need for stronger lenses and lower the risk of complications tied to high myopia.
What to Expect
Myopia management starts with a detailed assessment and continues through regular reviews. Here is the usual path.
We ask about prescription changes, family history of myopia, and daily habits.
A comprehensive exam with diagnostic tools helps us understand your child's eye characteristics.
Your optometrist explains suitable management options based on the assessment.
Regular visits track progress so the plan can be adjusted as your child grows.
Study, Screens, and Sight
Homework, tutoring, music practice, and screens all involve a lot of close-up focus. Many Thornhill families ask whether these habits affect myopia. Your optometrist can talk through your child's routine as part of the assessment and suggest practical adjustments where helpful.
Regular glasses correct blur but are not designed to slow progression. Myopia management takes a longer view, using a plan based on your child's assessment. The options your optometrist recommends will depend on what the exam shows.
Glasses correct blur; management looks ahead.
Near Thornhill
Myopia management is most useful with regular follow-up, so location matters. Our clinic at 105 Gordon Baker Road is near Victoria Park Avenue and Steeles Avenue East, a straightforward drive from Thornhill. Our team can help you plan visits around the school calendar.
At each follow-up, your optometrist reviews how your child's eyes are changing and whether the plan still fits. Bring any questions that have come up since your last visit. We want you to feel informed and involved throughout.
We help schedule visits around school.
Plan Your Visit
Let’s find a time that works for you.
(416) 497-3705Our team speaks English, French, Gujarati and Greek.
Royal Orchard, German Mills, Aileen–Willowbrook, Bayview Glen, South Richvale and Langstaff.
A Little More Clarity
A few answers to help you feel prepared. For anything else, our team is a phone call away.
Speak with our teamYes. We are at 105 Gordon Baker Road, Suite 101, North York, near Victoria Park Ave and Steeles Ave E. Call (416) 497-3705 to book or for directions.
It aims to slow the progression of nearsightedness, which may reduce the need for stronger lenses and lower long-term eye health risks.
That depends on your child's assessment. Your optometrist will explain which options may be suitable and why.
Daily habits can be part of the conversation. Your optometrist may discuss close work, breaks, and time outdoors as part of your child's plan.
Timing depends on your child's plan. Your optometrist will recommend a schedule after the assessment.
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Dr rawji and patty are great. I’ve been with them for over 10 years. He was concerned of an issue that I was getting and sent me to a specialist. Patty always make sure that I get Stylish classes every couple of years. Their new office is nice and it located close to 404 and 401.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Have seen Patty for years. Dr. Rawji is very pleasant and so easy to relate to. The new office is open, airy and well laid out.
I enjoyed my visit today as always. I have been visiting them for a good number of years now. And the doctor is very patient and detail oriented. The staff are lovely and friendly too. Their new location on Gordon Barker Rd is easily accessible as it’s close to the highway. I highly recommend them!
Great Staff! Very accommodating, spacious parking and new office easily accessible. Wonderful Doctor. Definitely recommended.
Just moved in the neighbourhood and read some great reviews. Happy to share that my experience was great from the receptionist River to Dr Rawji and their service was very easy and supportive! Glad I found them.
Had a great time. The doctor was fantastic, checked everything and was able to update my prescription. They were very generous to get trial for astigmatism daily contact. Visitors parking in the back. I would highly recommend this location.
I’ve been going to Dr. Rawji since I was a teenager and have continued coming here despite moving away from the office. The staff is lovely, Dr. R operates with integrity and their new office space is stunning with a convenient location right off the 404.
Excellent experience. The staff was friendly, professional, and efficient. The office was clean, and everything was well organized. I felt comfortable and well cared for. Highly recommend!
My wife and I have come to Dr. Rae Jo for many years now and have always had a great experience. The new office is very nice.
Dr Rawji is a great doctor who's nice, quick and professional. I have been going for years, as has my entire family. His team is also efficient and helpful. Highly recommend.
I saw Dr. Rawji one month ago today and the experience was absolutely wonderful. It was my first ever eye exam under stressful circumstances but the doctor was very thorough and took the time to explain everything and made me feel cared for.
Friendly staff and convenient location! Grateful that they open early, and that the front staff was able to fix my glasses promptly!
My husband and I went to this office recommended by my cousin. Dr. Rawji and his associates, Patty, in his office were very professional, no pressure, friendly, and made me feel taken care of.
I had an outstanding experience at Scarborough Optometry. From the moment I walked in, the staff was friendly and welcoming, making the check-in process quick and stress-free. The clinic itself was clean, modern, and well-organized.
Dr. Rawji is incredible. He's so good with my kids and shares his services internationally. We are lucky to have him as our optometrist! Patty is incredible; her warmth and kindness make my children look forward to coming in. Best office ever.
Dr. Rawji is very professional, patient and thorough. His staff is so friendly and helpful, Patty is the best! They are truly a pleasure to work with. Our family has been taken care of by Dr. Rawji for years and we highly recommend him.
Had a great experience with my optometrist. The exam was thorough, and they took the time to explain everything clearly. The staff was friendly and helpful too. Highly recommend!
Dr Rawji and his team were incredibly professional and very helpful. The service delivery was excellent and I received my glasses many days earlier than originally promised. I would definitely recommend!
Appointment was as per scheduled time with just two minutes wait. Very efficient service. Staff very friendly, and provide meaningful advice on glasses selection with no pressure.
Dr. Rawji and all employees were punctual, friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The overall service was outstanding. I couldn’t have asked for better service. Highly recommended!
Got a piece of debris in my eye maybe one hour before. First time going here. They got the piece out and had me on my way in no time. The Secretary women were great. The Doctor worked fast to get me back on my way.
I had a very smooth experience doing my eye check-up at this clinic! Dr. Rawji is a competent optometrist, and Patti is very warm. Overall, everything was efficient and I'm happy!
I called the office and was accommodated in the same day which was very important to me. Felt very welcomed as a first time patient. Dr Rawji is very knowledgeable and did a thorough exam. Highly recommended!
Dr. Rawji and his staff were excellent, friendly and efficient. I'm happy with the entire experience and look forward to getting my new glasses.
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