Amblyopia
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Amblyopia, popularly known as "lazy eye," is a decrease in vision in one or both eyes that develops in childhood when the brain and the eye do not work together properly.
Why does it appear? It may originate from significant differences in prescription between the two eyes, from strabismus, or from obstacles that prevent a clear image during the first years of life.
When is a checkup advisable? Since it often does not cause obvious discomfort, vision checkups in childhood help detect it in time, especially if one eye is noticed to drift or the child squints.
Who treats it? The ophthalmologist is the right professional to evaluate amblyopia. Scheduling an early evaluation usually makes a big difference in visual development.
Data on 880 doctors who treat amblyopia
Which specialist treats amblyopia?
Amblyopia (lazy eye) is evaluated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye disease, who can confirm the diagnosis and treatment options, especially in children. See this specialist if you notice one of your child's eyes drifting or seeing worse than the other.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in amblyopia
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Javier Hernández
Dr. Lucila Ramon Castano
Dr. Santos Oscar Ramos
Dr. Luis Alberto Mendez Mendez
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Ezequiel Diaz Benitez
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Violeta López Gutiérrez
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Astrid Ordoñez Blanco
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Thania López
Frequently asked questions
What is amblyopia?
Amblyopia, popularly known as "lazy eye," is a decrease in vision in one or both eyes that develops in childhood when the brain and the eye do not work together properly.
Which doctor treats amblyopia?
Amblyopia (lazy eye) is evaluated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye disease, who can confirm the diagnosis and treatment options, especially in children. See this specialist if you notice one of your child's eyes drifting or seeing worse than the other.