Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital is set to host the Myopia & Digital Eye Strain Patient Summit 2025 on January 4, 2025, in Chennai. The event aims to address the growing challenges to eye health posed by prolonged screen exposure in today’s digital age, offering valuable insights and solutions for patients, caregivers, IT professionals, and anyone regularly exposed to digital screens.
The summit will feature a range of activities, including keynote speeches by prominent eye health experts who will discuss advancements in managing myopia and digital eye strain. Participants will also benefit from vision screenings and dry eye evaluations. Interactive panel discussions with leading specialists will provide practical advice on tackling these common eye health concerns.
Dr. Ashvin Agarwal, Chief Clinical Officer at Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, expressed his enthusiasm about the event, saying, “We are excited to host this summit in Chennai. As screen time continues to rise, the impact on eye health is becoming a pressing issue. This summit aims to empower individuals with the latest knowledge, prevention strategies, and effective care tips to manage both myopia and digital eye strain. It also provides an opportunity for patients to connect with caregivers and receive personalized guidance.”
Dr. S. Soundari, Regional Head-Clinical Services at Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, Chennai, highlighted the alarming rise in both myopia and digital eye strain. “Myopia prevalence in urban India has surged significantly—from 4.44% in 1999 to 21.15% in 2019, with projections estimating nearly 50% by 2050. Similarly, digital eye strain affects up to 60% of children in India. This summit will offer actionable insights and strategies for managing these growing health concerns.”
The summit will also focus on practical solutions, such as eye exercises aimed at alleviating digital eye strain. Dr. Kaladevi Satish, Zonal Head-Clinical Services, emphasized that the event would address not only physical eye health but also the psychosocial impacts of refractive errors, offering guidance on managing emotional and social challenges associated with vision issues.
According to Dr. Ramya Sampath, Regional Head at Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, the summit is designed to provide a comprehensive platform for the public to understand and address the eye health challenges of the digital era.
The summit promises to be a valuable resource for those seeking to manage their eye health in a world increasingly dominated by screens.
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