--- title: "Pediatric vision services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter offers compassionate pediatric vision care with child-friendly screenings, evaluations, and treatments to protect your child’s sight at every stage." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-vision-care" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Pediatric vision care # Pediatric vision care From the moment your newborn opens their eyes through childhood and adolescence, our pediatric vision and eye specialists preserve and protect your child’s vision. [Find a pediatric eye doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatric+Ophthalmology%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? According to the American Public Health Association, about 1 in 4 children develops some kind of vision problem. Because eye problems may appear at birth, our vision specialists recommend eye exams for all children, even newborns. If there’s any sign of a problem, our pediatric eye care teams can diagnose and treat the conditions that affect your child’s eyes. Childhood’s rough-and-tumble nature may result in an eye accident, especially if your child participates in contact sports. We aim to minimize that damage with rapid diagnosis and treatment. ### By the numbers ### 600+ pediatric providers in our communities take care of kids’ health needs. ### 6 Sutter Children's Urgent Care In the Bay Area are dedicated to serving our youngest patients. ### 20+ Pediatric Specialties are treated by compassionate doctors who are dedicated to children’s health. ### 10 Sutter hospitals honored as America's best for 2024 by Healthgrades. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Eyelid Cancer - Strabismus - Tear Duct Disorders ## Diagnostics - Eye Exams ## Treatments - Strabismus Surgery ## How do I know when I should take my child to the eye doctor? Be on the lookout for these warning signs that your child needs vision correction with glasses, contact lenses or laser surgery: - Closing one eye to read - Complaining of headaches or tired eyes - Excessive tearing - Frequent rubbing of eyes - Sitting too close to the television - Squinting ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Children's Eye Care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/childrens-eye-care) Get answers to commonly asked questions about children’s eye health. Health & wellness ### [Top Tips to Maintain Eye Health](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/eye-care-tips) Take steps to prevent common eye problems that can harm your vision. Health & wellness ### [Five Ways to Prevent Digital Eye Strain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/prevent-digital-eye-strain) Get our tips to combat common vision problems caused by digital devices. ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Quick Action Saves Child’s Vision ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/quick-action-saves-childs-vision-2023563873) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Help your child see clearly Access pediatric eye care at Sutter, with exams, diagnosis and treatment tailored to your child's needs. 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