Pediatric Ophthalmology, PC

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Pediatric Ophthalmology, PC

Specialized medical & surgical eye care for babies and children. We specialize in everything and anything that affects the eyes of children.

03/16/2026

Wondering why Pediatric Eye Center is the right choice for your child’s vision? 👀

Swipe → to see why families trust Dr. Lichtenstein and our team for expert myopia management, ongoing support, and care that fits your family.

03/13/2026

Did you notice Roger was squinting and closing one eye to see? 👀

At just 3 ½ years old, he was experiencing exotropia, an outward turning of the eye that can cause double vision. Little kids often cope by shutting one eye so they only see one image. But misaligned eyes can impact vision and development if left untreated.

Following an 18 minute eye muscle surgery, Roger’s eyes are now straight and working together. Exotropia is caused by the brain telling the eyes (both eyes!!) to turn outwards. Nobody can fix “just those cells” in the brain, but we can microsurgically reposition the muscles that rotate the eyes to get them straight. Here’s the small print: since we are not fixing the brain, exotropia recurs about 30% of the time even with excellent strabismus surgery. Second operations are somewhat common, but third (or fourth 😐) surgeries are unusual.

At The Pediatric Eye Center, we tell it straight and we get the eyes straight!

03/11/2026

BTS at Pediatric Eye Center! 👀✨🎬

Here’s a little peek at what’s been happening behind the scenes, from caring for tiny patients to celebrating wins and everything in between.

03/09/2026

Healthy vision starts at birth! 🌟 Your pediatrician checks for problems, and we are here for you if they find something.

At The Pediatric Eye Center, we diagnose and treat every eye and vision problem that can hurt babies and children. We believe healthy eyes and clear vision give kids the freedom to explore, grow, and thrive.

Don’t wait for a small problem to become a big problem. Share your concern with your pediatrician – and we are here to help if help is needed.

03/06/2026

"As a parent, I couldn’t be more grateful for Dr. Lichtenstein. He explained everything in clear detail and made sure we felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. He was incredibly patient, kind, and reassuring, which made such a difference for both our child and us. My child loved his personality and felt at ease during the visit. His knowledge and approach to myopia management are outstanding. We truly feel confident and supported as parents and highly recommend him."

Every journey to better eye care starts with trust! 💙

We are grateful for families who choose Pediatric Eye Center and for kind words like this about the compassionate care provided by Dr. Lichtenstein. 👶✨

Schedule your visit at the link. https://pedseyevip.com/

03/04/2026

Our sweet 2-month-old patient, Katie, arrived with a soft purple mass between her nose and eye. It grew after birth and darkened when she cried, a capillary hemangioma. 👶✨

With propranolol treatment and guidance from her pediatrician, the lesion improved dramatically in three months. 🙌 Capillary hemangiomas are benign but can affect vision and increase the risk of amblyopia, so early monitoring matters. Care from Dr. Lichtenstein helped protect her vision and support healthy development. 💙

Questions about pediatric eye conditions? Comment below! ⬇️

03/02/2026

March is Save Your Vision Month, and there’s no better time to prioritize your child’s eye health! 👁️✨

At Pediatric Eye Center, we believe healthy vision is essential for learning, development, and confidence. Watch to see a few simple ways to help protect your child’s sight!

02/27/2026

Little moments feel bigger when they can be seen clearly! ✨

From storytime pages to the playground and everything in between, good vision helps kids explore, learn, and experience the wonder around them with confidence.

Give them the clarity they need to enjoy every magical moment, schedule their eye exam at the link. https://pedseyevip.com/contact/

02/25/2026

Not just another appointment! ✨

At Pediatric Eye Center, every visit is a chance to protect your child’s vision, support their development, and build confidence that carries into the classroom and beyond.

We take the time to make exams comfortable, thorough, and even a little fun, because caring for young eyes means caring for their whole experience.

Schedule their eye exam today at the link. https://pedseyevip.com/contact/

02/23/2026

Ever notice eyes drifting in… then out? 👀

Dr. Lichtenstein breaks down what it means when the eyes aren’t perfectly aligned, including what this condition is called and the different types you might see in children.

02/20/2026

This handsome little patient was born with a right upper eyelid that could not stay open, a condition called ptosis. 👶✨

In the preoperative photo, the eyelid blocked his pupil. Notice the flash reflection appears in the left eye but not the right. When the reflex is absent, vision is obstructed. Some children compensate by lifting their chin, but this abnormal head position can affect facial and neck development over time.

Dr. Lichtenstein placed a silicone frontalis suspension sling in about 20 minutes to lift the lid and restore a clear visual axis. The goal of pediatric ptosis repair is to protect vision and eliminate the abnormal head posture.
Function comes first, but the cosmetic outcome matters too, and his tiny incisions are barely visible. 👏

02/18/2026

Myopia is more than just needing glasses to see far away! 👓

In this video, Dr. Lichtenstein explains how a child’s eye continues to grow into the teen years. As the eye lengthens, the retina stretches and becomes stressed, which can increase the risk of future eye problems when myopia progresses.

Understanding how eye growth affects the retina helps families see why monitoring and managing myopia early is so important for long-term eye health. 👁️

Address

192-13 Union Tpke
Fresh Meadows, NY
11366

Telephone

+17184689800

Website

https://pedseyevip.com/

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