An oculoplastic surgeon is a trained ophthalmologist who has completed a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and eye sockets, etc. A pediatric ophthalmologist is a trained ophthalmologist who has completed a fellowship in pediatric eye surgery.
Many pediatric ophthalmologists are very good at repairing ptosis in children.
In Colorado, when I was in private practice, my partner there I think did wonderful ptosis surgery in kids with congenital ptosis. However, many pediatric ophthalmologists, including me, do not do enough pediatric ptosis surgery to remain proficient, in my opinion, and in these cases I refer my patients to an oculoplastic surgeon nearby. In many places, especially where there are few specialists, I suspect that the pediatric ophthalmologists have remained proficient and have a lot of experience repairing ptosis in children. Robert W. Enzenauer, MD, mPH Pediatric Ophthalmology and adult strabismus Chattanooga, TN Return to Main Article Article complete. Click HERE to return to the Public Information Menu.