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Specialist children’s eye care in Randwick
Paediatric Ophthalmologist Sydney – Specialist Children’s Eye Care
Bright Sight Eye Specialists provides comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology in Sydney for babies, children and teenagers. We assess vision development, eye alignment and childhood eye conditions in a calm, family-centred environment.
Early assessment can help identify concerns while a child’s visual system is still developing and guide the most appropriate treatment for their individual needs.
When Should Your Child See a Paediatric Ophthalmologist?
- An eye turns in, out, up or down
- Squinting, closing one eye or head tilting
- Difficulty seeing the board or holding books very close
- Frequent eye rubbing, headaches or avoiding reading
- A droopy eyelid, unusual pupil appearance or persistent watery eye
- Any concern about visual development or eye alignment
Vision changes as children grow
Comprehensive Paediatric Ophthalmology in Sydney
Children often adapt to blurry vision or rely on one stronger eye, so an eye condition may not be obvious at home or school. A comprehensive children’s eye examination can assess vision in each eye, focusing, eye alignment and the health of the eyes using tests appropriate for your child’s age.
Routine vision screening is useful, but a specialist assessment provides a more detailed evaluation when symptoms, family history or developmental concerns are present.
Conditions we assess and manage
Children’s Eye Conditions We Treat
Explore our parent-friendly guides to common and complex paediatric eye conditions. Each guide explains signs, assessment and treatment options.
01
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Early assessment and treatment when the brain favours one eye.
03
Myopia & Refractive Errors
Short-sightedness, long-sightedness and astigmatism.
06
Congenital Cataracts
Prompt assessment of lens clouding in babies and children.
08
Retinopathy of Prematurity
Screening information and ongoing eye care after prematurity.
What to expect
What to Expect at Your Child’s Eye Examination
1. Listen
We begin with your concerns, your child’s symptoms, development and relevant family or medical history.
2. Assess
Age-appropriate testing checks vision, focusing, eye alignment and eye health. Dilating drops may be recommended.
3. Plan
We explain the findings clearly and discuss options, which may include observation, glasses, patching, drops or surgery.
Your specialist
Meet Our Paediatric Ophthalmologist – Dr Kriti Agnihotri
MBBS, FRANZCO
Paediatric & General Ophthalmologist
Paediatric expertise with a family-centred approach
Dr Agnihotri completed dedicated paediatric ophthalmology training at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in the United Kingdom and holds Visiting Medical Officer appointments at Sydney Children’s Hospital and Prince of Wales Hospital.
She takes time to explain findings clearly and involve parents in decisions about their child’s care.
Calm, specialist and family-centred
Why Choose Bright Sight for Children’s Eye Care?
- Paediatric ophthalmology expertise led by Dr Kriti Agnihotri
- Age-appropriate vision and eye-alignment assessment
- Clear explanations and shared decisions with parents
- Convenient specialist care in Randwick, Sydney
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my child need to be able to read?
No. Paediatric eye examinations use age-appropriate pictures, matching tasks, lights and observation.
Will eye drops be needed?
Dilating drops are often used to measure the full prescription and examine the eye. We will explain this before proceeding.
When should my child be assessed?
Arrange an assessment whenever you notice an eye turn, persistent watering, a droopy eyelid, unusual pupil appearance or concerns about vision.
When to seek prompt review
Arrange timely medical assessment if your child develops a sudden eye turn, significant eye pain, light sensitivity, blurred vision, redness or swelling spreading around the eye, a white or grey pupil, a hazy-looking eye, or visual changes following an injury.
If you are unsure how urgently your child should be seen, contact our team for guidance.
Paediatric ophthalmologist Randwick
Book a Paediatric Eye Consultation
Bright Sight Eye Specialists
1/203 Avoca Street, Randwick NSW 2031