Pediatric Ophthalmology
The doctors and nurses in Monroe Carell's Ophthalmology Program are highly trained in caring for children's eyes and vision. Our specialized team provides surgery to treat children and teenagers who have cataracts, crossed eyes or intraocular tumors.
In partnership with The Tennessee Lions Club, we also evaluate and treat children who fail routine vision screenings.
Through Project PAVE we provide comprehensive clinical low vision services to children ages 3 to 21 in local education agencies (LEAs) of Tennessee and the Tennessee School for the Blind.
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Conditions We Treat
We treat all pediatric eye conditions, including:
- Cortical visual impairment
- Duane syndrome
Meet Your Care Team
Sean P. DonahueMD, PhD
- Amblyopia, Cross Eyes / Strabismus, Ophthalmology, Pediatric Cataract, Pediatric Ocular Tumor, Pediatric Ophthalmology
Nancy M. BenegasMD
- Amblyopia, Cross Eyes / Strabismus, Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Plugged Tear Ducts
Irina De La HuertaMD, PhD
- Detached Retina, Diabetic Retinopathy, Flashes of Light Floaters, Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology, Trauma Eye Ball
Meghan S. FlemmonsMD
- Amblyopia, Blurred Vision, Cross Eyes / Strabismus, Detached Retina, Ophthalmology, Pediatric Cataract, Pediatric Ophthalmology
Sapna S. GangaputraMD, MPH
- Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology, Pediatric Rheumatology, Uveitis
Sylvia L. GrothMD
- Anterior Segment Surgery, Cataract- Pediatric/Adults, Glaucoma, Glaucoma Suspect-High Pressure, Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology Surgery
Why Choose Pediatric Ophthalmology at Vanderbilt
- Expert care
Vanderbilt's eye care team includes seven doctors fellowship-trained in pediatric ophthalmology and three doctors trained in pediatric optometry. Our team also includes ophthalmology subspecialists with expertise in pediatric retina, glaucoma, uveitis, cornea and oculoplastics. We have the most training of any pediatric eye care team within 200 miles of Middle Tennessee.
- Convenient care
Our expertise and convenient locations mean your child receives outstanding care, close to home.
- Experienced care
Our doctors perform a high number of eye-muscle surgery to correct strabismus. Your child receives the best possible care before, during and after surgery.