A 2026 observational study found small associations between children’s dietary patterns and whether they had myopia. It did not test a dietary treatment or establish that changing particular foods prevents or controls short-sightedness. Diet does not replace prescribed eye care. The study, published in the Journal of Ophthalmology in 2026, examined dietary patterns among children…
Certain individuals have unique visual demands or underlying conditions that require more than standard eye care – for example people with developmental vision delays, post‑neurological injury, high visual‑stress occupations, or those with non‑standard visual pipelines.
Every day, parents guide their children through significant milestones—learning to crawl, walk, speak, and toilet train. Yet when it comes to vision and vision skills, many feel uncertain. As Gary Rodney, founder and creator of Smart Vision Optometry and Master of Optometry, Behavioural Optometrist and Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control…
Urgent Action Needed as Vision Care Slips Through the Cracks Australia is facing a silent crisis in vision care—and the alarm bells are getting louder. Optometrists nationwide are warning that reduced access to routine eye exams is putting the long‑term visual health of millions at risk. As discussions around preventative healthcare dominate the national agenda…
Reports of babies and toddlers being given mobile phones and tablets in prams as a distraction while parents shop have shocked Australian optometrists Gary Rodney and Jacqueline Gattegno. As a Master of Optometry, Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist, and Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC), Rodney has spent years studying myopia…
Many people assume that sight and vision are the same, but they are two distinct functions that work together to help us see, process, and understand the world. According to Gary Rodney, Master of Optometry, Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist, and Founder of the Smart Vision Optometry system, and Jacquie Gattegno, Orthokeratologist and Principal Optometrist at…
A restless night or chronic sleep deprivation doesn’t just leave you feeling sluggish, irritable, and unmotivated—it also takes a toll on your eye health. Puffy eyelids, dark circles, and bloodshot eyes may be the visible signs of fatigue, but the hidden effects on vision can be far more concerning. According to Gary Rodney, a Master…
Physical activity is essential for overall health, but its impact on vision is often overlooked. Studies show that regular exercise can enhance eye function, reduce the risk of major eye diseases, and slow the progression of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). According to Gary Rodney, a Master of Optometry, Smart…
In our fast-paced world, keeping track of daily tasks and responsibilities can be overwhelming. But for many individuals, an even greater challenge lies in their ability to track what they see. Vision is more than just clarity—it’s about how well the eyes work together to follow movement, focus on objects, and process information efficiently. According…
Practical, evidence-based guidance on video games, screen comfort, children’s near work, blue-light glasses and when to arrange an eye assessment.
Proactive Measures to Prevent Workplace Injuries Preventing workplace accidents, especially those that affect the eyes, is crucial. Gary Rodney, founder of Smart Vision Optometry in Sydney, and Jacquie Gattegno, principal senior optometrist at Eyes InDesign Smart Vision Optometry Bondi, emphasise the importance of proactive hazard management. “It’s easy to critique safety measures after an accident,…
Early Eye Examinations are a Crucial Step for Children’s Vision Health Beyond routine paediatric screenings, many parents are uncertain about when to schedule their child’s first eye exam. Gary Rodney, founder of Smart Vision Optometry in Sydney and Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC), and Jacquie Gattegno, principal senior optometrist…
Australian behavioural optometrist Gary Rodney, fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC), whose Smart Vision Optometry has a special interest in this area, says that many parents are at a loss when it comes to assisting their children with their eyesight or vision, and just as many are overlooking the symptoms of potential vision disorders.
Gary Rodney, a Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist at Eyes InDesign Mosman, believes it is important for people to understand blindness and visual impairment. “There is a large population of blind or visually impaired people in the world. The severity of their blindness or impairment varies, depending on the causes,” says Rodney.
Jacqueline Gattegno, a Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist at Eyes InDesign Bondi, sheds light on the different kinds of eye twitches. “Eye twitches can be classified into three types. The first is a general eye spasm, the second is a Benign Essential Blepharospasm and the third is a Hemifacial Spasm,” explains Jacqueline.
Jacqueline Gattegno, a Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist at Eyes InDesign Bondi, provides information that can help people cope with, or avoid the problem of eye allergies this spring.
Sunglasses are a way of expressing your style but are also a functional way to protect your eyes from the sun. Eyes InDesign Mosman, makes it easy to stay up to date with the latest sunglasses trends because they stock designer sunglasses from leading Australian and European fashion brands.
Jacqueline Gattegno, a Smart Vision Behavioural Optometrist at Eyes InDesign Bondi expresses the importance of staying hydrated and how integral it is for the whole body including the eyes!
Gary Rodney, an Australian Smart Vision Optometrist and fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control at Eyes InDesign Mosman, is passionate about helping children pinpoint their eye issues and ultimately resolve their problems.
Gary Rodney, a SmartVision Behavioural Optometrist at Eyes InDesign Mosman, aims to raise awareness on cataracts as well as to let people know how to prevent or manage the problem.
