Why See a Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Pediatric ophthalmologists can diagnose, treat and manage all pediatric eye problems. At UCSF Benioff Children’s Pediatric Ophthalmology, we:

• Perform comprehensive eye exams
• Perform surgery, microsurgery and laser surgery (for conditions such as weak eye muscle, crossed eyes, blocked tear ducts, retinal problems, and infections)
• Diagnose eye problems caused by diabetes, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, neurological diseases, etc.
• Care for eye injuries