Pediatric Ophthalmology Service

What is the need for having pediatric ophthalmology as a different subspecialty at Shroff Eye Centre?
Pediatric eye disease is fundamentally different from adult eye disease and should be treated as such. The developing visual and nervous systems in a child makes it necessary to have a different approach when dealing with pediatric eye problems as compared to adults. Besides, special skills and equipment are required for successfully examining and treating children with eye disease. An additional factor to consider is the psychological impact on children (and their families) when deciding the management of eye problem. We, at Shroff Eye Centre, appreciate these facts and have a dedicated Pediatric Ophthalmology Service to cater to special needs of pediatric patients.

What are the facilities available at Shroff Eye Centre for examining pediatric patients?
Shroff Eye Centre has a Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Service with the overall goal to reduce blindness and suffering from eye disorders in infants and children. The service has a variety of equipments, necessary to perform an extensive pediatric ophthalmic examination including portable slit lamp, portable non contact tonometry, orthoptic equipments, synoptophore etc. There is provision for examining uncooperative children under general anesthesia. At our Center, we provide consultation and treatment for pediatric eye disorders and adults with strabismus (eye muscle problems). In the clinic, we approach each patient with specialized attention and assess the problems for appropriate diagnosis and treatment strategies. The centre has facilities for all kinds of pediatric ophthalmic surgeries. Besides, a separate play area section has been provided for the benefit of pediatric patients.