Ophthalmology

Your child’s care starts with getting the right diagnosis. Experienced care teams at Dell Children’s provide advanced diagnostics and testing for eyes and vision. Your child’s first appointment will take about two hours. During this time, we take a thorough history and eye exam. This includes dilating your child’s eyes so we can examine their retinas and optic nerves. Your child’s ophthalmologist may perform other advanced diagnostic tests, depending on your child and their diagnosis. Our care team helps your child feel comfortable by explaining the test and using equipment designed for children.

Your child’s doctor works with you to create a care plan that’s right for your child and that may include medications, minimally invasive procedures and more complex surgery. If your child’s condition is related to another health concern, your care team works with other specialists to deliver care for the whole child.

Surgical care for pediatric eye injuries and conditions

Experienced ophthalmologists at Dell Children’s deliver advanced eye surgery for eye injuries and conditions. Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive procedures, which can mean a lower risk for complications and a shorter recovery. If surgery is part of your child’s care plan, your child’s care team takes the time to explain the procedure to you and your child. Tell us your concerns and ask us your questions. We also explain what to expect before surgery and how to care for your child after surgery.

Advanced care for eye and vision conditions related to the nervous system

Experienced pediatric neuro-ophthalmologists, neurologists and neurosurgeons use some of the most advanced technology to diagnose and treat neuro-ophthalmic conditions. Your child’s care team may also include physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists, social workers, child life specialists and dietitians. Together, we provide a wide range of care – from evaluation, testing and diagnosis, to surgical care, management and rehabilitation – for neuro-ophthalmic conditions:

• Brain-based vision loss
• Double vision due to eye misalignment
• Intracranial hypertension
• Neurologic disorders of the lids and asymmetric pupils
• Nystagmus
• Optic nerve disease
• Papilledema
• Vision loss due to a tumor or stroke

Care for adults and children with misaligned eyes and double vision

At Dell Children’s, we provide advanced care for adults and children with misaligned eyes (strabismus) and double vision (diplopia). Ophthalmologists at Dell Children’s specialize in the early diagnosis and treatment of strabismus and diplopia. Your ophthalmologist works with you to create a care plan that is personalized for you. Treatment options may include BOTOX™ injections, fresnel prisms or surgery, including adjustable sutures.