Episode 47: Near Sightedness, Screens & NICU Babies

November 17, 2025

Guest: Dr. Rupa Wong, Pediatric Ophthalmologist

  • Discuss the timing of ophthalmologic screening for premature infants in the NICU
  • Describe at least 2 vision problems that are common for premature infants that may require long-term follow-up care for life
  • Outline the history of treatments for ROP for infants in the NICU over the last 30 years
  • Share two preventative strategies to decrease the incidence of myopia (near-sightedness) for all children

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About Dr. Rupa Wong

hand to hold NICU babies parent support podcast, ROP, Rupa WongDr. Rupa Wong is an Ivy League-trained, board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist and Managing Partner of Honolulu Eye Clinic. A dedicated clinician and educator, she serves as a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Hawaii School of Medicine and is also deeply involved in mentorship and advocacy, serving on the Foundation Advisory Board for AAPOS and the Boards of Make-A-Wish Hawaii and Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawaii. Featured by Parents, NPR, Newsweek, Business Insider, CNN and People, she shares expert insights on adult and pediatric eye health across multiple social media platforms.

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Disclosures

This podcast episode is approved by the California Board of Registered Nurses, Provider Number 15417, for up to 1 contact hour.