Myopia Management in River North

Myopia Management in River North

Slow the Progression of Your Child's Nearsightedness

(312) 255-1212

Is your child's prescription frequently changing?

Myopia is so much more than an inconvenience.

Studies show that children with myopia increase their risk of developing potentially sight-threatening eye conditions later in life. 

Our dedicated and highly skilled eye doctors offer solutions to stop or slow your child's myopia progression. 

Offer your child a brighter future by contacting us at Wear Eyewear - Chicago in River North today.

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How Myopia Management Works

  • Initial consultation & follow ups

    At your initial consultation, your Wear Eyewear - Chicago eye doctor will determine the optimal myopia treatment and will schedule follow up meetings to ensure myopia progression has slowed down.

  • Customized treatment plan

    Our practice uses advanced equipment to develop a personalized treatment plan for your child.

  • Advanced treatment methods

    Non-invasive myopia treatments include customized contact lenses and/or special prescription eye drops.

  • Change in myopia progression

    Data shows a 78% decrease in the progression of their myopia vs. no treatment.


Myopia Management FAQs

What is myopia management?

Myopia management uses certain treatments and technologies to slow or even halt your child's myopia progression. Our myopia control program in River North is unique as we have the latest technology and experience to ensure your child's vision remains stable and healthy for years to come.

Is myopia management necessary?

Myopia is more than just poor vision. Childhood myopia raises the risk of developing sight-threatening eye diseases later in life, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Speak to your eye doctor about the best ways to minimize your child’s risk.

At what age does myopia (nearsightedness) usually start?

Myopia can begin as early as 6 and will usually progress until roughly age 20. The longer it progresses, and the higher the prescription, the greater your child’s risk of sight-threatening eye conditions later in life.

When should my child start myopia management?

For optimal results, myopia management should be started as soon as possible. That said, myopia control can help children and teens of all ages.



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Your child deserves to see the world clearly

Visit us today to see how we can help your child thrive!

(312) 255-1212


Myopia Management in River North

Our optometry practice in River North

Photograph of Alexander  Pitts
Hours
  • Monday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • EyeMed
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 05, 2025
I had a wonderful experience. Dr. Pitts was absolutely fantastic. I understood everything about my e... xam and the next steps. The staff was just as great. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and extremely accommodating from the moment I walked in. They helped me find the perfect frames without any pressure
- Nov. 22, 2025
Doctor was super friendly, did a great job fitting my contacts, pointed something out I hadn’t not... iced before and gave me options. My last place gave me no options. Availability worked great for me, I work from home and prefer to take my appointments during the work day. It’s hard for me to go to appointments outside of the workday because it’s usually so busy around town. The location is super convenient, and there was no wait at all. The front desk ladies were very friendly as well.
- Oct. 27, 2025
Dr. Potts is the best and the staff is phenomenal as well!!
- Aug. 11, 2025
Very friendly and informative optometrist
- Aug. 08, 2025
Great first experience. Dave helped me out last minute before my friend’s wedding.
- Jul. 31, 2025
Melissa and the entire team were super welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable. The process was supe... r smooth. I love entering a business where majority of the team is POC. 10/10 recommend!
- Jul. 25, 2025
Great River North eyewear shop with doctor available for exams. Helpful staff and a great selection ... make it top notch.
- Jun. 26, 2025
I just had my first eye appointment there and it went very smoothly. The assistants and Dr. Pitts we... re very calming and friendly. Everyone was very efficient and knowledgeable. Dr. Pitts found a brand very similar to my previous brand of contacts and they feel the same if not better. My only recommendation is to go through the big glass door entrance on Franklin Street. It will seem like you are going into the big gallery space but the office is just up the steps and to the left. Very pleasant environment for waiting. Overall highly recommend.
- Mar. 21, 2025
My first visit here for an eye exam. Friendly, efficient staff. Dr. Pitts was fantastic. Patiently e... xplained everything above and beyond, unlike my experiences with other providers. Highly recommend.
- Dec. 06, 2024
I was impressed with the staff and overall experience.
- Sep. 19, 2024
Vanessa was a pleasure, and such a knowledgeable, patient, and stylish addition to this location. Th... ank you for all the wonderful support, I love the frames we chose.
- Aug. 31, 2024
Great place for the entire family. Quick and thorough for kids as well
- Aug. 26, 2024
Wear Eyewear has been my resource for the past several years. The doctors and staff have been a joy ... and I quickly get the service I need. It's a pleasure to work with them!
- Aug. 16, 2024
Dr. Natalie is incredible and really cares about her patients!! Her staff is kind and knowledgeable ... and I love this practice!
- Aug. 13, 2024
Dr Natalie is the best! I have been coming here since 2019 and have always been super happy with the... service.
- Aug. 02, 2024
The team has been above and beyond in service and conducting eye care with authentic empathy. All of... my questions have been addressed without judgement, and the team was more than ready to help me sort through my insurance situation. Everyone’s demeanor was friendly, understanding, and forgiving. I am not a regular patient here, and this was my first time going, but I was highly impressed with my experience
- Jul. 09, 2024
Just the best doctors and staff. They really take care of your vision and are extremely knowledgeabl... e and professional. Would not turn my eyes over to anyone else.and Dr.Natalie is just great.
- Jun. 04, 2024
Highly recommend!
- May. 09, 2024
Dr. Natalie and the team at Wear are the best. I was a patient here for several years before moving ... and trying a few different optometrists in the following years. I finally came back to Wear and was reminded how personal and friendly they treat all their patients and how awesome, knowledgable and understanding Dr. Natalie is. Best in the city!
- May. 07, 2024
Friendly staff and doctor Pitts was thorough with my eye examination. Eye exam completed quickly and... got my new prescription. Thanks!

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