How GMAC Supports Eye Care Professionals

As childhood myopia becomes more common, GMAC helps eye care professionals meet the moment. We offer free, easy-to-share patient education resources for conversations with families, run caregiver awareness campaigns that encourage regular comprehensive eye exams for children, and advocate for treatments proven to slow myopia progression. We stand behind you so you can make the best use of your skills and drive better outcomes.

See Us In Action

“GMAC is working hard to find creative ways to raise public awareness about myopia and the importance of identifying and proactively treating myopia.”

Nathan Bonilla-Warford

Nathan Bonilla-Warford, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, FIAOMC
Children and Family Optometrist, Bright Eyes Family Vision Care

“GMAC is shining a light on the importance of children’s eye health.  If not treated, myopia can make a significant impact on eye disease later in life.”

Vance Thompson

Vance Thompson, MD
Founder, Vance Thompson Vision

Optometrist

Education

We are committed to educating
both parents and children about
the importance of early access
and regular eye exams—in addition to more time outdoors. We also
offer timely resources so parents
can come prepared when visiting eyecare professionals.

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Awareness

Since 2019, GMAC has launched 6 successful consumer outreach campaigns dedicated to raising myopia awareness. To date, we’ve garnered more than 800M impressions 2.2M influencer video views with 100% message pull-through, showcasing the impact of our messaging and reach.

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Advocacy

GMAC advocates on the global, national and local levels to influence policy by pooling our resources and partnering with those equally committed to preserving the vision of children. We’re equally invested in driving new patients into your practice to leverage your skills and training.

Help families understand why myopia management matters

Give caregivers the information they need to understand myopia, why early intervention matters, and what they can do to support their child’s eye health. Why Myopia Management Matters is a free, easy-to-share resource designed to help eye care providers start meaningful conversations with families about myopia management.