ABDO Director Joins Essilor Myopia Awareness Event at Science Museum

Dr. Alicia Thompson, director of research for the Association of British Dispensing Opticians (ABDO), participated in an Essilor-hosted interactive Eyestar Mission event at the Science Museum in London during half term. The space-themed session educated families on eye health and myopia management, highlighting first-generation Essilor Stellest and Essilor Stellest 2.0 lenses as clinically proven to slow progression. Elizabeth Yeowart-Montgomery, an optometrist and medical science liaison at EssilorLuxottica, led the discussion. Dr. Thompson emphasized that correct frame fitting, based on a child’s age and facial features, is vital for comfort and visual outcomes. Essilor also collaborated with teacher and parenting influencers who shared personal myopia experiences on social media to broaden awareness.