Discovery of a profession: pediatric ophthalmologist

We regularly mention on our social networks and our blog the fact that Dr. Stéphanie Zwillinger is a pediatric ophthalmologist. However, do you know exactly the roles and missions of this specialty? Continue reading to understand the benefits for your child of consulting a pediatric ophthalmologist.



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What is a

pediatric ophthalmologist ?

He is a doctor specializing in the field of pediatric ophthalmology, that is to say in the diagnosis and treatment of eye pathologies in infants, children and teenagers.

 

This is a specific branch that requires experience and in-depth training to manage vision disorders in young patients. Indeed, Dr Stéphanie Zwillinger is trained in the management of eye pathologies specific to children, from birth to adolescence. A doctor attached to the Quinze-Vingts National Ophthalmology Hospital, she provides complex ophthalmic pediatric care there.


Pediatric ophthalmology treats a wide range of refractive abnormalities in children, such as myopia, hyperopia, but also other pathologies that we will discuss in the next part of this article. These vision problems may affect the eye’s refraction, which is the eye’s ability to focus on objects, and can lead to visual acuity problems in children.

Which pathologies

are treated by the pediatric ophthalmologist ?

The pediatric ophthalmologist can screen and diagnose various eye problems in children, such as ocular pathologies:


Some of these conditions can cause
serious vision problems and often require surgery to correct them.

This childhood specialist can also screen for refractive disorders such as:

  • myopia;
  • astigmatism;
  • hyperopia.


In addition to diagnosing and treating eye pathologies, the pediatric ophthalmologist also performs regular
screening examinations to monitor the development of the eye and detect possible problems early.

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What examinations are carried out by the pediatric ophthalmologist ?

The pediatric ophthalmologist performs systematic screening examinations to identify early visual problems in children.

 

This pediatric specialist performs different ophthalmological examinations to evaluate children’s vision, such as:

 

  • examination of visual acuity;
  • visual field analysis;
  • assessment of ocular refraction;
  • examination of the retina and optic nerve.


These examinations can be performed using specific tools and techniques, such as fluorescein angiography, optical coherence tomography, and ocular ultrasound. Do not hesitate to consult our article on the ophthalmologist’s tools to find out more.

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Treatments carried out

by the pediatric ophthalmologist

In addition to diagnosis, the pediatric ophthalmologist offers appropriate treatment for children with eye pathologies.

He may prescribe the wearing of glasses, contact lenses or eye patches to correct certain vision disorders, prevent the worsening of certain eye conditions or promote the development of binocular vision.

In some cases, surgery may be necessary, such as:

  • refractive surgery; 
  • pediatric cataract surgery;
  • retinal detachment surgery;
  • surgical correction of strabismus.

The pediatric ophthalmologist

in a multidisciplinary team

Pediatric ophthalmology also includes aspects linked to visual rehabilitation, neurovision, psychomotor skills, curbing of myopia and orthoptics.

Dr. Stéphanie Zwillinger created the COP9 practice to meet these needs of children.

She works in close collaboration with other health professionals: her COP9 team is made up of two orthoptists, a psychomotor therapist and a contactologist. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive and specialized care for pediatric patients with eye disorders.

Her pediatric ophthalmology consultations take place in his COP9 office, where the entire space is designed to be inclusive, accessible and reassuring for the youngest. The practitioners attached to this place, as well as Dr Stéphanie Zwillinger, work for a moment of exchange that is always reassuring and pleasant, where examinations and rehabilitation sessions take place with professionalism and kindness.

Her pediatric ophthalmology consultations take place in his COP9 office, where the entire space is designed to be inclusive, accessible and reassuring for the youngest. The practitioners attached to this place, as well as Dr Stéphanie Zwillinger, work for a moment of exchange that is always reassuring and pleasant, where examinations and rehabilitation sessions take place with professionalism and kindness.

The pediatric ophthalmologist

in a multidisciplinary team

Pediatric ophthalmology also includes aspects linked to visual rehabilitation, neurovision, psychomotor skills, curbing of myopia and orthoptics.

Dr. Stéphanie Zwillinger created the COP9 practice to meet these needs of children.

She works in close collaboration with other health professionals: her COP9 team is made up of two orthoptists, a psychomotor therapist and a contactologist. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive and specialized care for pediatric patients with eye disorders.

In conclusion

The pediatric ophthalmologist is a practitioner specializing in the diagnosis, treatment and management of ocular pathologies in children. His role is essential in preventing and treating vision disorders from an early age, in order to optimize the visual development and well-being of children. He provides medical and surgical treatment for vision disorders, using techniques and treatments adapted to young people. Finally, he works closely with a medical team to offer the best possible care to his young patients.

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