Accurate fixations married with a good dose of peripheral awareness are key components of an expanse of tasks. Here are three examples you might relate to: In reading, “chunking” words into phrases. In sports, the ability to notice who is open while dribbling down the field/ court. In driving, glancing at the rearview mirror without losing track of the road. Fixation is also the key foundation for other visual skills. Smooth, slow motions-- pursuits-- and quick eye jumps-- saccades-- are both built on one’s ability to control how his/ her eye is pointed. Read more

A basic overview of hyperiopia (farsightedness), myopia (nearsightedness), and astigmatism. Read more

Refraction is a way of measuring clarity of vision, or acuity. An average acuity is measured to be 20/20. But some people are nearsighted or farsighted, making it difficult to see clearly at distance or near. Read more

Visual skills are developed over time, like learning to ride a bike or play the piano. When they don’t develop typically, or if you have a hard time teaming your eyes at certain distances, they can hold you back. Read more

Did you know?  1-in-4 students have a vision problem! Did you know? 1-in-4 students has a vision problem that interferes with learning! These problems are more than poor eyesight that can Read more

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Amblyopia or Lazy Eye Dr. Philip Raber OD is Stark and Wayne County’s expert in vision therapy and treating amblyopia without the patch! Dr. Raber is a developmental optometrist and fellow Read more

Hands-on Vision Therapy WorkshopJoin Dr. Philip Raber & his vision therapy team for a FREE, hands-on vision therapy workshop.  You will learn how vision therapy works by doing it!  Experience vision Read more

Hands-on Vision Therapy WorkshopJoin Dr. Philip Raber & his vision therapy team for a FREE, hands-on vision therapy workshop.  You will learn how vision therapy works by doing it!  Experience vision Read more