Children's ophthalmology
Contact
- Outpatients appointments
- 020 3312 6000
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About
Our comprehensive service manages all childhood eye and visual development problems. We screen and treat neonates for retinopathy of prematurity and assess inpatients for eye problems.
We treat all childhood eye and visual development disorders such as:
- squints
- double vision
- blocked tear ducks
- amblyopia (lazy eye)
- watery eyes
- red eyes
- lumps and bumps
We also offer an orthoptist and optometrist led fast-track clinic which has a smaller waiting time.
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Read the full storyNew research shows possible Covid-19 link to increase in type 1 diabetes in children
A new study suggests there could be a possible link between Covid-19 and the development of type 1 diabetes in children.
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Read the full storyParents can shape the delivery of child healthcare services
Parents are invited to help design better child healthcare, explore virtual rehab games and register for baby first aid classes at a White City event.
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Read the full storyMore Smiles Appeal reaches £2 million mark for children's intensive care unit
The children’s intensive care unit at St Mary’s Hospital is poised for a major expansion and refurbishment after the More Smiles Appeal reached its £2 million target.
Just received outstanding service in children's ophthalmology outpatients. All staff were so caring, supportive and very friendly – this makes so much difference when you have a child with special needs. Thank you so much.
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