Tag: Dr. Ashley Tucker

The topic of low-dose atropine, not FDA-approved, has become one of the most important conversations in pediatric eye care this year, especially as clinicians turn to the STAR Study for clarity on atropine’s role in modern myopia control. The STAR Study is the largest and most ethnically diverse atropine study to date, evaluating 0.01% and 0.03% atropine versus placebo in more than 800 children across three countries.

In this episode of Play Chess, Not Checkers, Dr. Adam Ramsey sits down with Dr. Ashley Tucker to explore how a first-generation college student became a nationally recognized optometrist, built a thriving specialty contact lens clinic, and navigated partnerships, speaking, and family life. Along the way, she shares practical insights on myopia management.