Pediatric Eye Care in Charlotte, NC
Comprehensive pediatric eye care with age-appropriate examinations and specialized treatments to help ensure your child develops healthy vision for life.
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Why Early Exams Matter
Children’s vision problems often have no obvious symptoms, yet early detection is critical. Many conditions must be treated before age 7–8, when the brain’s visual pathways become fixed, after which treatment becomes far less effective.
A child’s brain develops rapidly, making it essential to identify vision problems in the first months of life. Early comprehensive exams establish a baseline and track changes over time, giving your child the best possible foundation for learning and development.
Conditions We Treat
We diagnose and treat refractive errors, amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed or wandering eyes), pediatric cataracts, blocked tear ducts, ptosis (drooping eyelids), and other congenital conditions in children of all ages.
Each condition has a critical treatment window. Amblyopia, for example, is most successfully treated before age 7. Our fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists specialize in catching and treating these conditions during the periods when intervention works best.
What to Expect
Our pediatric specialists use age-appropriate examination techniques for every stage — from toys and lights for infants, to matching games for preschoolers, to traditional chart testing for school-age children — in a welcoming, kid-friendly environment.
We understand children may feel anxious about comprehensive eye exams. Our team creates a comfortable, positive experience and communicates every step to both the child and parents. Routine pediatric exams typically take 60–90 minutes including dilation time.
Treatment Options
From durable prescription glasses designed for active kids to patching therapy for lazy eye and surgical options when needed, we offer the full range of pediatric eye care, all coordinated under one roof with fellowship-trained specialists.
We carry kid-friendly frame brands like Miraflex and DilliDalli, and fun Ortopad eye patches that make amblyopia treatment more enjoyable. When surgery is needed, our pediatric ophthalmologists perform procedures as comfortable outpatient visits.
Pediatric Treatment Options
Gentle, effective treatments designed specifically for young patients, from prescription glasses, contact lenses and patching therapy to surgical solutions for complex pediatric eye conditions.
Prescription Glasses for Children
Comfortable, durable frames from trusted brands like Miraflex and DilliDalli, designed for active kids with flexible materials, safe construction, and fun colors. Starting at $99.
Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Treatment
Prescription glasses, fun Ortopad eye patches, or blurring drops encourage the weaker eye to develop. Most amblyopia can be cured when treatment begins before age 7.
Strabismus Treatment
Misaligned eyes can be corrected with glasses, prism lenses, vision therapy, or surgery depending on type and severity — our specialists determine the right approach for each child.
Pediatric Surgical Treatments
Outpatient surgical solutions for strabismus, pediatric cataracts, ptosis, and other conditions. Most children return to normal activities within a few days of surgery.
Meet Your Charlotte Pediatric Eye Specialists
Fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists with specialized expertise in children’s eye conditions.
Stephen A. Daugherty, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Benjamin C. Kramer, MD
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Specialist
Serving Cotswold, Huntersville & Mallard Creek
Pediatric Eye Care Across Charlotte
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Vision Restored, Lives Transformed
“I transferred from CEENTA to Dr Ryder at Horizon Eye Care-Cotswold. Today was my first appointment. I can say I was pleasantly surprised. I had absolutely no wait time. The office has…”
“Dr. Cameron was friendly yet quite professional. His exam seemed thorough and his recommendations sound. He answered questions I had and took his time - he was not rushed to get to…”
“All staff from checking in at the front desk, throughout my appointment were very helpful. Dr.Minkowski did a great job of explaining options/the process of cataract surgery with me, especially given my…”
“I have been coming to Dr. Minkowski for over 2 years and he is an awesome doctor. He makes you feel welcomed and worry free. He explains everything in detail and will…”
“I was always treated very friendly and professional and helpful”
“Good visit with Dr . Mina .”
“Dr. Garcia was cheerful and engaged. She took the time to explain the findings of the tests. She also happily answered some questions I had concerning my vision overall.”
“I had to wait about 25-30 minutes to see the doctor.”
“Excellent experience with my recent visit. This was on a Saturday, which is very convenient given my busy schedule. Dr Cameron took his time to do a thorough eye exam. Friendly and…”
“Dr. Kaluzny provides outstanding professional treatment and recommendations. The wait time spent in the office of two hours was unacceptable.”
“Dr. Joe Krug sets the standard for ophthalmology. He retires in a week…a huge loss.”
“He’s an amazing ophthalmologist. He has saved my sight two times in the past 10 years. He will be missed by a lot of glaucoma patients.”
“I always feel listened to and understand the explanations.”
“The waiting room needs new furniture. The seats are so worn I was afraid they would damage my clothes.”
“Dr Ryder and staff were amazing.”
“Wonderful and attentive staff. They all work together with Dr Stein to make sure I am receiving the best care. I like that they always answer any questions or concerns that I…”
“The server at this location was much faster and streamlined than other locations I’ve been to for my eye care. Much less crowded and each step in the process was handled much…”
“Professional eye care. Dr. Wang was cordial as well as her assistant.”
“I have been seeing Dr Krug and staff for over a decade. Great professionalism, competence and courtesy.”
“The doctor was very, very, very thorough and really deep examinations of my eyes to make sure everything was OK. I was very impressed with the amount of care and knowledge she…”
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