The 20 Best Strabismus Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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The 20 Best Strabismus Doctors near Pittsburgh, PA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Strabismus near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Kiran Turaka
    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    UPMC Vision Institute

    4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 3200, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hindi, Telugu

    Kiran Turaka, MD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology. She is affiliated with UPMC Lititz, UPMC West Shore, UPMC Community Osteopathic and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Turaka completed her fellowship at Associated Retina Consultants, residency at Batra Hospital and Medical Research Centre and medical degree from All India Institute Of Medical Sciences Delhi. Dr. Turaka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. Her top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Strabismus, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Vitrectomy.

    Ellen Mitchell
    Advanced in Strabismus
    Advanced in Strabismus

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department Of Ophthalmology

    45th And Penn Avenue, Children's Hospital Drive, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ellen Mitchell, MD, specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. She is affiliated with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and UPMC Mercy. Dr. Mitchell completed fellowships at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Massachusetts Eye & Ear, residency at Nassau University Medical Center and medical degree at Drexel University. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. Her top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Crigler-Najjar Syndrome.

    Pavle M. Doroslovacki
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bosnian, Croatian, French, Serbian
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Pavle Doroslovački is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in functional and reconstructive ophthalmic plastic (oculoplastic) and orbital surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Mercy and UPMC St. Margaret. Dr. Doroslovački completed his medical degree and residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine followed by fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Doroslovacki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Chalazion, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Eyelid Bump.

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    Evan L. Waxman
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Waxman, MD, PhD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology and is certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He practices at UPMC Vision Institute and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC St. Margaret, UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Shadyside. He completed his medical degree at Mount Sinai Medical Center and residency at the University of California Davis School of Medicine. Dr. Waxman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.

    Jerome I. Finkelstein
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerome Finkelstein is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Finkelstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Finkelstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Tarek A. Shazly
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tarek Shazly is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shazly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Shazly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    Freeman & Eger LLP

    420 E North Ave Ste 116, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randall Beatty is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Beatty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Eyelid Bump, and Graves Disease.

    Gabrielle R. Bonhomme
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus

    UPMC Vision Institute

    203 Lothrop Street, Floor 6, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creole, French, Haitian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gabrielle Bonhomme, MD, specializes in neuro-ophthalmology & comprehensive ophthalmology and is certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. She practices at University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Department of Ophthalmology and is affiliated with UPMC St Margaret and UPMC Presbyterian. She completed her medical degree at University of Pennsylvania Health System. Dr. Bonhomme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. Her top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Neuritis, and Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.

    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    Alexander Chang MD PC

    2101 Greentree Rd Ste 105, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Chang is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

    Ken K. Nischal
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus

    UPMC Vision Institute

    4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 3200, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ken K. Nischal, MD, FAAP, FRCOphth, is chief of the Division of Pediatric Opthalmology and Strabismus at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, director of pediatric program development at the UPMC Eye Center, and professor of ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is certified in ophthalmology by the College of Ophthalmologists. Dr. Nischal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Strabismus, and Brown Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    400 Penn Center Blvd Ste 320, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darren Hoover is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hoover is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Esotropia, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Brown Syndrome.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Mortensen, MD, specializes in neuro-ophthalmology and is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mortensen completed his fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital, residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Mortensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Strabismus.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    University Ear Nose & Throat Specialists Oakland

    203 Lothrop St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Sigal is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sigal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus, and Glaucoma.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Experienced in Strabismus
    4401 Penn Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hennaav Dhillon is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. Her top areas of expertise are Retinochoroidal Coloboma, Coloboma, Coloboma of Eye Lens, Strabismus, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh

    4401 Penn Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parth Shah is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Conjunctivitis with Pseudomembrane, Peters Plus Syndrome, Strabismus, and Brown Syndrome.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    South Hills Eye Associates

    713 Washington Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Zelt is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Zelt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    South Hills Eye Associates

    713 Washington Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Dickey is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dickey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    713 Washington Rd, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Morris is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    3755 Library Rd Ste 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hugo Cerri is an Ophthalmologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Cerri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

    Matthew Pihlblad
    Distinguished in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Strabismus
    Ophthalmology

    UPMC Vision Institute

    11279 Perry Highway, Suite 202, 
    Wexford, PA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew S. Pihlblad MD, specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus and is board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.  He is the fellowship director of the pediatric ophthalmology fellowship and is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University at Buffalo, Ross Eye Institute, followed by his fellowship at UCLA, Jules Stein Eye Institute.Dr. Pihlblad’s clinical interests include complex strabismus in adults and children, retinopathy of prematurity and fellow/resident education, and his research interests include innovative strabismus surgery techniques including use of advanced technology in adults and children. He has presented at international, national and regional scientific meetings and is a member of the World Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS), American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). View the full list of Dr. Pihlblad's publications on PubMed. Dr. Pihlblad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Strabismus. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Conjunctivitis with Pseudomembrane, and Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Strabismus?

    Strabismus is a disorder in which both eyes do not line up in the same direction. Therefore, they do not look at the same object at the same time. The most common form of strabismus is known as "crossed eyes."

    When should I see a Strabismus doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 a Strabismus doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Strabismus doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Strabismus doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 a Strabismus doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Strabismus doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Strabismus 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 a Strabismus doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Strabismus 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 Strabismus 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 Strabismus doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Strabismus 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 a Strabismus doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Strabismus 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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