Gerhard Cibis, MD

Practice Notice

Cibis Eye Care has closed. For appointments and questions regarding medical records, please contact Silverstein Eye Center at 816-358-3600. The previous office location was Overland Park Eye Care, 11548 W. 135th St., Overland Park, KS 66221, with telephone (816) 561-0306. Additional contact details are on the Contact page.

Cibis Eye Care is a practice built around pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, two closely related fields that focus on the eyes and visual development of children. The name reflects the physician who founded it, Gerhard Cibis, MD, whose work centers on assessing and treating eye conditions in young patients. From the earliest stages of life, a child's vision is still developing, and problems with eye alignment can affect how the brain learns to process images over time. Recognizing that early stage of development is why the practice emphasizes careful examination, thoughtful diagnosis, and clear communication with families about what to expect.

The practice has developed a reputation for caring for children with strabismus and other pediatric eye conditions. Strabismus is a general term for eyes that do not align properly, and it may manifest as a turn inward, outward, upward or downward, or as a drift that alternates between the two eyes. Because appearance, depth perception, and the development of visual acuity are all influenced by how the eyes work together, management often involves a combination of observation, glasses, patching, exercises, and, in appropriate cases, surgery. The goal is always to protect and support the visual development of the child.

Dr. Cibis documented his surgical approach to strabismus through the Strabismus Surgery Digital Video Textbook, released in Part 1 and Part 2. Rather than relying on static descriptions alone, the video format allows viewers to follow technique step by step, which is especially valuable for surgeons-in-training and colleagues reviewing complex cases. The project reflects a broader philosophy of the practice: sharing knowledge openly so that diagnosis and treatment can be improved for children everywhere. Educational material of this kind also gives parents a clearer picture of what a procedure involves before they decide to move forward with it for their own child.

An About page is also an invitation to learn more about the wider resources available to patients and families. Beyond clinical care, the practice site offers information on common diagnoses, medical records, patient forms, insurance, appointment questions, office locations, and links to additional references. Sections covering staff, contact details, privacy practices, and career curricula vitae help visitors understand the people behind the clinic and how the practice operates day to day. For parents navigating a new diagnosis in their child, having reliable, plainly written information close at hand can make an otherwise stressful process feel more manageable and less uncertain.