Gaps in the Vision Screening Pathway for School-Aged US Children

Abstract

This cross-sectional study uses a nationally representative survey of the US pediatric population to identify gaps in the vision screening pathway.

Vision Screening for Children

“…To the Editor In their article titled “Gaps in the Vision Screening Pathway for School-Aged US Children,” Oke et al discuss the “evidence of inequitable opportunities for access to vision screening and subsequent care experienced most often by socioeconomically vulnerable groups.” I wholeheartedly endorse this statement, and for a very personal reason: I was from one of those vulnerable groups.…”

Impact of Pediatric Instrument-Based Vision Screening

“…Eye care is a leading specialty referral in pediatric primary care, and many children may be referred for reasons other than failed vision screening. It might be valuable to know the percentage of ophthalmology referrals after instrument-based screening and how many of the referred children had completed a visit with an ophthalmologist—an additional area where potential racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities may exist …”

Vision Screening for Children

“…To the Editor In their analysis of data from the 2021 National Survey of Children’s Health, Oke et al demonstrated that children aged 6 to 18 years from historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups, low-income households, and non–English language speakers were less likely to receive vision screening and less likely to establish care with an eye specialist if they were screened …”