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The Ophthalmologist / Issues / 2026 / May / Risk Factors of Myopia
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Risk Factors of Myopia

Myopia is surging globally, driven by lifestyle factors, with outdoor time offering key protection

By Aldo Vagge, Carla Lança, Stephanie Kearney, Andrzej Grzybowski 5/14/2026 5 min read

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Ranking combines internal corpus citation frequency with web search results due to limited internal data for this topic.

  • #1

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami Health System

    Miami, Florida

    Consistently ranked #1 in Ophthalmology with a strong focus on pediatric myopia care and evidence-based interventions.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pediatric Myopia
  • #2

    Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine

    Baltimore, Maryland

    Renowned for research leadership and a robust clinical-research platform focused on myopia risk mitigation.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Pediatric Ophthalmology
  • #3

    Southern College of Optometry

    Memphis, Tennessee

    Conducts routine eye examinations and contributes to understanding myopia through practical clinical settings.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry
    • Vision Care
  • #4

    University of Waterloo

    Waterloo, Ontario

    Contributes to research on myopia and its risk factors through academic programs and publications.

    Key Differentiators

    • Optometry
    • Vision Science
  • #5

    10 Japanese institutions

    Various, Japan

    Validated definitions of myopia and high myopia, contributing to international understanding of the condition.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Vision Science

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