Empowering Parents of Children
with Lazy Eye or Squint
Did you know that:
- children with squint or lazy eye can become adults with vision loss and low self-esteem?
- many adults who had squint or lazy eye as a child look back at their childhoods with regret?
- many also resent the choices their parents made for them.?
As a parent, you want to do what’s best for your child’s eye health. But without expert knowledge, making the right choices can be difficult. It’s true that we all need to rely on the advice of professionals. But how do we know if we are getting the best advice? And when nobody knows your child better than you, shouldn’t it be you making these crucial decisions?
We believe it’s time to empower parents with knowledge.
EPOCLES stands for Empowering Parents Of Children with Lazy Eye or Squint. This ground-breaking course gives parents clear, evidence-based guidance to help their child achieve the best possible:
- vision
- confidence
- self-esteem
- and psychological wellbeing
not just in childhood, but for the rest of their life.
Through EPCOLES, you can become the expert in your child’s squint or lazy eye. Then you can make decisions that you won’t regret and they won’t resent.
What makes the EPOCLES Course Unique
- The First of Its Kind – The first-ever course designed specifically to empower parents of children with a squint or lazy eye.
- Comprehensive & Clear – Covers everything you need to know, from how the visual system works to the full range of treatment options available, with expert insights explained in a clear, accessible way.
- Expert-Led – The course is run by a leading specialist in the field of lazy eye and squint, has 24 years of experience, including 13 years as a Consultant Ophthakmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.
- Interactive & Supportive – You will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get the clarity you need to feel fully informed.
- Bonus Resources – You will have access to additional resources to help you apply your knowledge with confidence when you attend appointments with your child.
The Challenges Parents Face
Navigating a child’s squint or lazy eye journey can feel overwhelming. Without the right knowledge, parents may feel powerless at appointments, unsure of the best choices, or even pressured into decisions they may later regret. Some delay action, which can risk causing long-term harm to their child’s vision and well-being. Other parents feel like bystanders in their child’s journey, rather than active participants. Despite the best will in the world, many parents just don’t know what will be best for their child’s well-being.
No parent wants that feeling of being powerless to know what’s best for your child. But it’s one many parents face. Too many specialists. Too many options. Too many opinions. Seeing you child lack confidence or get bullied at school because of their squint or lazy eye is something no parent wants to face. EPOCLES arms you with the knowledge and insights you need to protect and nurture your child.
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How the EPOCLES Course Helps
We believe that an informed parent is an empowered parent, able to make the right decisions and advocate with confidence. EPOCLES will help you understand things like:
- whether it’s best to patch or not, and for how long
- when glasses are essential and when they are not
- if surgery is truly needed and why sometimes it is best avoided
- what the main reasons for low self-esteem are in a child with squint or lazy eye and how to prevent them
- how to work with the health professionals constructively, neither being ignored nor coming across as a “pushy parent”.
You’ll learn things like:
- why it’s never wrong to delay surgery for squint
- how the main benefit of patching is for when the child becomes an older adult
- that loving parents are often the ones who damage a child’s self-esteem the most
- that what treatment you get depends more on your postcode than on the scientific evidence
Meet Your Tutor
Dr Nadeem Ali is a world-leading Consultant Ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience. A Cambridge graduate with a Triple First-Class degree, he trained with the UK’s top experts in squint and lazy eye. He was a Consultant at the renowned Moorfields Eye Hospital for 14 years, treating children with squint and lazy eye. He is also an expert in adult squint and double vision and now only operates on adults. This gives him unique insight into the long-term impact of early treatment decisions.
A passionate educator, Dr Ali was Lead for Undergraduate Ophthalmology at St. George’s Medical School for 13 years, earning multiple teaching excellence awards. Students voted him Most Inspiring Lecturer in the Medical School in 2021.
Known for making complex concepts easy to understand, he has received outstanding feedback from students, doctors, and opticians alike. One of his recent educational webinars with over 770 attendees was rated 4.9 stars on TrustPilot.
As a father of 5 boys, Mr Ali knows the challenges of parenting. He understands that every child is different and each child has different needs at different ages. And that each boy or girl needs a tailored approach to bring out the best in their self-esteem and wellbeing.
One of his sons was diagnosed with lazy eye at the age of 3. He was also a victim of bullying at school. Mr Ali is not just an expert – he has also experienced the parent’s side of this journey.
In 2023, Mr Ali led a team of 5 orthoptists and opticians to visit a charity school in Guatemala. His team tested the vision of over 300 children and prescribed glasses to nearly 100 of them.
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Mr Ali delivers online webinar teaching to eye doctors and opticians for which he receives excellent feedback.
How it works
The EPOCLES course consist of a series of 6 one-hour long webinars, over 6 weeks. They are held on weekday evenings, 8-9pm.
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Become The Expert Your Child Needs You To Be
Over the duration of the course, our goal is that you’ll gain a deeper understanding of squint and lazy eye than the average optician. Through a comprehensive yet easy-to-follow curriculum, Dr Nadeem Ali will equip you with insider knowledge and pro tips to confidently navigate your child’s care.
No more second-guessing. No more being a passive bystander. Your child’s vision, confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing are too important to have no say in.
Make the right decisions with confidence and give your child the best possible future.
The Investment
For the cost of one family holiday you’ll gain specialist-level knowledge, expert guidance from a renowned ophthalmologist, and the confidence to make the best decisions for your child – ensuring the right treatment at the right time and avoiding unnecessary interventions. What investment would you make for the peace of mind of knowing that you did the best you could for your child during their journey with squint or lazy eye?
Peace of Mind
It’s normal to have doubts before you sign up. Here’s why you can feel confident enrolling in EPOCLES:
- Led by a trusted, world-class expert – Learn directly from Dr Nadeem Ali, a leading ophthalmologist and specialist in the field.
- Practical & Actionable – You’ll get insider knowledge and expert guidance to confidently navigate your child’s care.
- Fits Your Schedule – With just one hour per week for six weeks, you can easily make the sessions fit around your schedule.
- The Best Investment in Your Child’s Well-Being – Avoid unnecessary treatments, ensure the right care at the right time, and set your child up for lifelong confidence.
- Get a Full Refund if Dissatisfied – If you’re not completely satisfied, we will offer you a full no-quibble refund.
Still unsure? Reach out, we’re happy to answer any questions!
Can’t afford it? Reach out. We have a limited number of reduced fee bursaries.
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FAQs
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for parents, guardians and carers of children with squint or lazy eye who would like to make informed decisions about their child’s care.
What if I care for a child but I'm not a parent?
Anyone who cares for a child with lazy eye or squint can enrol on the course – whether that is parents, guardians, grandparents, other relatives, teachers, support workers.
Do I need any prior medical knowledge?
No! The course is structured to be easy to understand, even if you have no medical background.
What do I need to have to do the course?
You just need a computer with internet connection. The webinars are all done by Zoom and a link will be provided. You don’t need a microphone as any questions or responses you may do will be by typing.
How long is the course?
The course runs for six weeks, with weekly 60-minute sessions covering a different topic in depth.
What format does the course take?
The course is online and includes?? (maybe Q&A sessions, video lessons, resources)
Will I be able to ask questions?
Yes! There will be plenty of opportunities to ask Dr Nadeem Ali questions throughout the course.
What will I be able to do after completing the course?
You’ll have the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions, advocate for your child’s best care, and understand when treatments like patching or surgery are truly needed.
Will there be any assessments?
No. Parents have enough on their plates without having to stress over exams. There will be optional quizzes during the sessions but these are only to help your learning and you are not scored.
Will I be able to get a personal assessment of my child's condition as part of the course?
Course participants will be able to book a video appointment with Mr Ali for 1-2-1 advice on their child’s condition for an additional fee.
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