The 20 Best Esotropia Doctors Near Me in Saint Louis, MO

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Esotropia near Saint Louis, MO. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Oscar Cruz treats pediatric and adult patients for conditions and diseases related to the eyes. He offers surgery for adults with moderate to severe strabismus (crossed eyes, diplopia), and cares for children with moderate to severe amblyopia (poor sight) by occlusion therapy and/or pharmacologic therapy. His research includes work with the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigative Group (PEDIG) to study amblyopia and esotropia. Dr. Cruz is a professor of ophthalmology, Anwar Shah Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology, and professor of pediatrics in the Department of Ophthalmology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, and is involved in the Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairment (St. Louis). Dr. Cruz is a triathlete and a past participant in the Boston Marathon. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Esotropia, and Amblyopia. Dr. Cruz is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Rafif Ghadban treats pediatric patients with eye diseases that include cataracts, strabismus (abnormal alignment of the two eyes), refractive errors, and amblyopia (lazy eye). She also cares for adults with strabismus and diplopia (double vision). Research interests include pediatric cataracts and intraocular lens implants. Dr. Ghadban is involved in pediatric eye disease research funded by the National Institutes of Health. She is an instructor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus. Dr. Ghadban is fluent in English, French and Arabic. Dr. Ghadban is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Brown Syndrome. Dr. Ghadban is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1225 S. Grand Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bradley Davitt provides comprehensive ophthalmologic care for pediatric patients. He specializes in childhood strabismus, amblyopia, and retinopathy of prematurity. He is interested in research that investigates glasses versus observation for moderate hyperopia in young children, and a registry for pediatric cataract surgery outcomes. Dr. Davitt is a professor of ophthalmology and associate professor of pediatrics in the Department of Ophthalmology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, the American Board of Ophthalmology, and is a past president of the St. Louis Ophthalmology Society. Dr. Davitt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), and Neurofibromatosis. Dr. Davitt is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

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    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Shepherd is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Shepherd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Esotropia, and Tolosa Hunt Syndrome.

    Advanced in Esotropia
    Advanced in Esotropia

    Washington Univ.

    4901 Forest Park Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Van Stavern is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Van Stavern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Temporal Arteritis, Strabismus, and Esotropia.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Dialysis At SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

    3691 Rutger St, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morris Hartstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hartstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Ectropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aaron Lee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract Removal, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    4901 Forest Park Ave Fl 6, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Watson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Strabismus, Glaucoma, and Esotropia.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Cohen Eye Associates LTD.

    4921 Parkview Pl Ste 14F, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Cohen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Cataract, and Glaucoma.

    Distinguished in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    675 Old Ballas Rd Ste 220, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Blatt is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Blatt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Ophthalmology Consultants LLC

    7331 Watson Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Galanis is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Galanis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    15 The Boulevard Saint Louis, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Breit is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Breit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Cloudy Cornea, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    15 The Boulevard Saint Louis, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Council is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Council is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cloudy Cornea, Cataract, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Corneal Transplant.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Complete Eye Care Inc.

    9890 Clayton Rd Ste 200, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Jick is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Jick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, Cataract, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    EyeCare Management LLC

    4900 W Main St, 
    Belleville, IL 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Nekola is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Belleville, Illinois. Dr. Nekola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Blepharitis.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    JFJ EyeCare LTD.

    3990 N Illinois St, 
    Swansea, IL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Kiel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Swansea, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kiel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Meibomianitis, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    JFJ EyeCare LTD.

    3990 N Illinois St, 
    Swansea, IL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Unwin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Swansea, Illinois. Dr. Unwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    JFJ EyeCare LTD.

    3990 N Illinois St, 
    Swansea, IL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bart Jones is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Swansea, Illinois. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    12990 Manchester Rd Ste 202, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kirk Morey is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Morey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Strabismus, and Blepharitis.

    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Esotropia
    Ophthalmology

    Washington University Eye Center

    5201 Mid America Plz Ste 2500, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cecilia Lee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esotropia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Cataract Removal, and Trabeculectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Esotropia?

    Esotropia is form of eye misalignment (strabismus) in which one or both eyes turn inward. Esotropia can occur at any time in life. There are several types of esotropia that are characterized by its onset, causes, and symptoms, such as accommodative esotropia, non-accommodative esotropia, divergence insufficiency type esotropia, microtropia/monofixation syndrome, sensory esotropia, consecutive esotropia, and other forms of esotropia associated with eye injury, thyroid eye disease, or nerve paralysis.

    When should I see an Esotropia doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Esotropia doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Esotropia doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Esotropia doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Esotropia doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Esotropia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esotropia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Esotropia doctor near Saint Louis, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Esotropia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Esotropia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Esotropia doctors near Saint Louis, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Esotropia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Esotropia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esotropia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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