The Pediatrics and Binocular Vision Service is staffed by pediatric optometrists who utilize the latest methods and instruments to examine infants and children. Consultation with a pediatric ophthalmologist is also available. Our patient reception area creates a child-friendly atmosphere for our patients and their family members.
- When should my child have their first vision examination?
- Learn more about your child’s first vision examination and how information is obtained about the vision of young children
While infants and preschool children are a major focus, the Pediatrics and Binocular Vision Service doctors provide vision examinations, evaluation and management for a variety of patients and conditions including:
- Any child under six years of age
- Special needs children whose development is at a preschool level
- NOVA Clinic - is available for children with multiple challenges
- School-aged children with learning difficulties
- Children and adults with eye coordination problems including
- Teens and adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, or anyone with developmental delays
- The SNAPS Clinic - Cares for patients with a variety of disabilities and with different levels of cognitive aptitude..
To schedule an appointment with the Pediatric and Binocular Vision Service, call (713) 743-2005
Specialty clinics with the Pediatric and Binocular Vision Service
The Development Center
This center of the Pediatrics and Binocular Vision Service provides evaluation and treatment for children from infancy through 10 years of age, who are having difficulty learning letters, difficulty learning how to read or understand math, or learning difficulties in the classroom.
Visit the The Development Center
The NOVA Clinic
Non-invasive Objective Visual Assessment
The NOVA Clinic serves children with multiple challenges, including those with visual impairment. Evaluation of all aspects of vision function and recommendations to maximize available vision are provided.
Visit The NOVA Clinic
SNAPS (Special Needs Adult and Pediatric Service)
The University Eye Institute SNAPS clinic cares for patients with a variety of disabilities and with different levels of cognitive aptitude.
Visit The SNAPS Clinic