Common Diagnoses
An overview of the pediatric eye conditions addressed by a practice specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
Practice status: Cibis Eye Care has closed. For appointments and for questions regarding medical records, please contact Silverstein Eye Center at 816-358-3600.
Overview
Cibis Eye Care specialized in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus under the direction of Gerhard Cibis, MD. The conditions seen in the practice centered on strabismus and related pediatric ophthalmic problems in children.
Vision development in young children was evaluated with AVVDA — Automated Video Vision Development Assessment, the technology used by the practice to support its assessment of visual development.
Learn more about that assessment method on the AVVDA page.
Conditions addressed
The following summarizes the diagnostic focus of the practice's pediatric eye services.
Strabismus
Misalignment of the eyes, the central focus of the practice and the subject of Dr. Cibis's digital video textbook on strabismus surgery.
Pediatric ophthalmology focuses on how vision develops in children and how the eyes work together as the brain learns to interpret visual information. Early and thoughtful assessment can help families understand whether a child’s visual development is progressing as expected. Because children’s eyes and visual systems are still changing, subtle differences in alignment, focus, or eye movement may be easier to evaluate with specialized, age-appropriate methods.
Strabismus is a condition in which the eyes do not align properly and may turn in different directions. It can affect visual development, depth perception, and the ability to use both eyes together. In pediatric eye care, strabismus is assessed alongside overall vision development, since the two are closely connected. Treatment discussions may depend on the child’s age, the type and cause of the misalignment, and how it changes over time.
Common pediatric eye concerns can include misalignment of the eyes, differences in refractive error between the eyes, and conditions that affect how the eyes focus or move. Vision assessment in children often combines observation, family history, and age-appropriate tests designed to communicate with young patients. A calm, well-organized clinical environment helps make these evaluations more comfortable and easier to understand for families.
When a practice specializes in children’s eye care, communication with parents and caregivers is an essential part of the process. Families are often encouraged to ask questions about diagnosis, observation, treatment options, and follow-up care. Clear explanations about how the eyes align, how vision is developing, and what monitoring may be appropriate can help caregivers feel informed and involved at each stage of their child’s care.
Pediatric ophthalmic issues
Other eye concerns arising in childhood that fall within pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus care.
Vision development assessment
Vision development was assessed using AVVDA, the Automated Video Vision Development Assessment used by the practice.
Reference table
| Topic | Description | Related page |
|---|---|---|
| Strabismus | Eye misalignment treated and studied within the practice's specialty | About |
| Pediatric ophthalmology | The broader specialty area of the practice | Doctor |
| AVVDA | Automated Video Vision Development Assessment used for vision development assessment | AVVDA |
| Strabismus surgery | Subject of Dr. Cibis's digital video textbook, available in Part 1 and Part 2 | Textbook |
Appointments and medical records
Cibis Eye Care has closed. To schedule an appointment or to request medical records, contact Silverstein Eye Center at 816-358-3600.