Conduct Fast1 and Accurate2 Vision Screenings


Keeping students safe and healthy has always been your biggest priority.

With the help of the Spot Vision Screener, you can protect preschool and school-age students by reducing the risk of both vision loss through fast1, accurate2, no-contact screening.

School Health + Baxter

School Health is the strategic distributor for the Spot Vision Screener in the U.S. education and non-profit segment.

Help Prevent Vision Loss3

Vision problems are common among children - 19 million worldwide are visually impaired.4 The Spot Vision Screener is a handheld, portable device designed to help quickly1 and easily detect vision impairment issues in patients as young as six months.5 

80% of vision disorders in children can be prevented or cured with early detection and treatment.6 Uncorrected vision disorders can impair child development, lead to behaviors issues in the classroom, interfere with early literacy and learning, and may even result in permanent vision loss.7

Learn how to design an effective vision screening program for children. 

 

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Welch Allyn
Spot Vision Screener

The Spot Vision Screener is a handheld, portable, ocular screening device designed to help quickly1 and easily detect amblyopia vision issues on patients as young as six months.5

Get results in seconds. Automatically capture an image from a non-invasive, three-foot distance using the fixation target and sounds that help keep a child’s focus. A bright touchscreen displays instant results, indicating whether measurements are in range, or a complete eye exam is recommended.

Results are easy to interpret and share with parents and eye care specialists. The portable pediatric vision screener is perfect for schools and community vision screenings. Prepare for busy screening days by easily importing screening subjects to your queue via wireless connection* or USB drive.

*Via API agreement.

Overview

  • Supports AAP screening guidelines for early detection of amblyopic risk factors8
  • Minimal training required
  • Captures readings 97% of the time9 to help screen otherwise difficult subjects10
  • Captivating lights and sounds help engage children for a more efficient pediatric vision screening experience
  • Portable vision screener holds adequate power for mass screening events
  • Driverless printing is built in to the vision testing machine
  • Summary reports are exported wirelessly or via USB






RetinaVue
Care Delivery Model

The RetinaVue care delivery model makes providing retinal exams simple and affordable4 for community-based organizations. The RetinaVue care delivery model consists of three core components:

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Welch Allyn RetinaVue 700 Imager

An easy-to-use and affordable4 handheld retinal imaging camera.

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Welch Allyn RetinaVue Network

HIPAA-compliant and FDA-cleared software that integrates with EMRs.

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Welch Allyn RetinaVue, P.C.

Opthalmologists and retina specialists at Welch Allyn RetinaVue, P.C. interpret images and prepare a comprehensive diagnostic report.

RetinaVue

Understanding the Solution

This easy-to-use smart camera offers an automated retina imaging experience featuring auto-alignment, auto-focus and auto-capture. The RetinaVue 700 Imager works exclusively with HIPAA-compliant, FDA-cleared RetinaVue Network software with end-to-end data encryption (a RetinaVue Network software subscription is required and priced per camera, per month). The imager can be incorporated through the RetinaVue care delivery model, allowing for the transfer of images to be reviewed by ophthalmologists at RetinaVue, P.C. or another preferred specialist.

Patient Stories

Vision screening is crucial for early detection and prevention of vision loss in young children3—and instrument-based screeners have the potential to make those screenings faster1 and more accurate.2 Learn how the Spot Vision Screener has helped prevent loss in children.

Vision Correction When You Can’t Communicate Your Needs: Thomas’ Story

Undetected Vision Disorder in Child With Down Syndrome Identified by the Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener.

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Instrument-Based Vision Screening Is a Game Changer for The Malpass Family

"When I screened Miles, a complete eye exam was recommended with Anisometropia and Hyperopia. This prompted me to do a vision screening on Parker too. He had the same issue but in his left eye."

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Ryder's Story: Transforming a Child's Life in a Matter of Seconds

After two hours of testing, the pediatric ophthalmologist confirmed the diagnosis. Since Ryder’s vision disorder was caught at a young age, the ophthalmologist decided to patch Ryder’s right eye to correct his left eye. Desperate for a sign of hope, Emily felt this was the best course of action to fix Ryder’s vision disorder.

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Landon's Story: How She Survived Retinoblastoma

Imagine trying to learn your letters without your most valuable sense: sight. For some children, that sense is already failing them—and no one has noticed. The most critical time to find vision problems is during the early years, when problems can be corrected while visual pathways are still forming.

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Vision for a Brighter Future: Parker's Story

Michelle and Lifespan Health volunteers screened more than 100 kids, including Michelle’s two children—Sophie and Parker. Ironically, with all the routine vision screenings Michelle performs with children at Lifespan Health, she never thought to screen her children prior to this event.

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Customer Stories

Vision screening is crucial for early detection and prevention of vision loss in young children3—and instrument-based screeners have the potential to make those screenings faster1 and more accurate.2 We’ll leave it to our customers to share how Spot Vision Screener is making a difference for children—and for their organizations.

Passionate About Vision Screenings: Fred & Lorri Rieger’s Story

For more than 23 years, Fred and Lorri Rieger have been active members of Lions Club International in Long Island, New York. Their focus is on coordinating vision screening events in their community.

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Alan Gunzburg: Overcoming a Vision Disability as a Lions Club Member

Alan first started to notice symptoms when he was having trouble identifying people at a dimly lit bar in New York City. When it became incredibly difficult for Alan to see at night, he went to see an ophthalmologist and two different retinal specialists, all who confirmed Alan’s diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa.

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Welch Allyn Spot Vision Screener Used For International Medical Mission Trip

In February 2023, Dr. Edward Cordes, optometrist and Chair of the Lions KidSight USA Foundation, and Gail Cordes, optician, participated in the Lions Club International Global Week of Service. In total, 30 Lions from 10 different nations participated in over 20 service projects in Kenya.

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Sarah Watson: A Hero in Aviation and Saving Children’s Vision as a Lions Club Member

In her current volunteer role with the Lions Club, Sarah is one of two vice presidents. Most of her time is spent on vision screenings and coordinating membership rallies.

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Importance of Early Detection and Treatment of Vision Problems in Children

Dr. Edward Cordes, Chairman of the Lions KidSight USA Foundation, discusses his role in creating a national vision screening program for kids six months to six years old.

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Improving Vision Screening for Students with Special Needs Using the Spot Vision Screener

One way to improve student success for the Pasadena ISD was to implement a vision screening program. Elementary schools around the United States implement vision screening programs in their districts with the intention to identify children who may have undetected vision problems.

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Pinellas County Schools Case Study

PCS requires students to meet state guidelines for vision screening. This policy mandates vision checks in all students in kindergarten, first, third, and sixth grades.

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Clinical Evidence

Learn more about the clinical evidence that demonstrate the effectiveness of the Spot Vision Screener in detecting the six risk factors of amblyopia2 and reducing vision loss in children.3

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References
  1. American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. Photoscreening. https://aapos.org/glossary/photoscreening. Accessed July 6, 2023. (REF-39917)
  2. Arnold, Robert W., Donahue, Sean P., et al. AAPOS Uniform Guidelines for Instrument-based Pediatric Vision Screen Validation 2021. J AAPOS 2022;26:1.e1-6). (REF-41287)
  3. Prevent Blindness. Children’s Vision Screening and Intervention. https://preventblindness.org/childrens-vision-screening-and-intervention/. Accessed July 6, 2023. (REF-39816)
  4. Children’s Eye Foundation. https://www.childrenseyefoundation.org. Accessed July 12, 2023. (REF-39871)
  5. Forcina BD, Peterseim MM, Wilson ME, et al. Performance of the Spot Vision Screener in children younger than 3 years of age. Am J Ophthalmol. 2017 Jun; 178:79-83. (REF-40240)
  6. “80% of Visual Impairment Can Be Avoided or Cured.” Central European Journal of Public Health 12, no. 1 (March 2004): 31. (REF-40728)
  7. National Association of School Nurses. Vision and Eye Health. https://www.nasn.org/nasn-resources/practice-topics/vision-health. Accessed March 6, 2024. (REF-41888)
  8. American Academy of Pediatrics. http://www.aappublications.org/news/2015/12/07/Vision120715 Accessed January 19, 2023 (REF-38200)
  9. Crescioni M, Miller JM, Harvey EM. Accuracy of the Spot and Plusoptix photoscreeners for detection of astigmatism. J AAPOS. 2015 Oct; 19(5):435-40. (REF-37937)
  10. Mudie, Lucy I., Kaci Pickett, Kaylene Ross, Emily McCourt, and Robert Enzenauer. “Performance of the Spot Vision Screener in Children with Down Syndrome and Other Special Needs.” Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, September 17, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaapos.2023.07.011 (REF-41279)
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