Overview
A native Houstonian, Dr. Charity Grannis graduated from the DeBakey High School for Health Professions and the University of Houston, where she double-majored in biology and Spanish. She earned her medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and spent a post-graduate year in Houston Methodist Hospital’s transitional residency program. She completed a residency in ophthalmology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas and a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital. Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Grannis has been in practice since 2010 and speaks fluent Spanish. She treats diplopia, cataracts, macular degeneration, Graves disease (thyroid eye disease), dermoid cyst, diabetes retinopathy, strabismus, chalazion (eyelid cysts), retinopathy of prematurity, congenital nystagmus, glaucoma, eye, pain and amblyopia (lazy eye). She also performs LASIK and cataract surgery. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. Active in ophthalmologic research, she has presented her findings at numerous national conferences. Outside of her practice, Dr. Grannis enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She loves drawing and stays active through cycling and running. She also has a strong interest in international medical missions.
Dr. Grannis is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome, and Esotropia.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charity Grannis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charity Grannis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charity Grannis by calling their office at 713-668-6828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charity Grannis a top-rated expert for Strabismus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charity Grannis is classified as an Distinguished expert for Strabismus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Charity Grannis specialize in?
While Dr. Charity Grannis is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Strabismus, Amblyopia, and Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Charity Grannis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Charity Grannis has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strabismus. You can view a list of Dr. Charity Grannis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Charity Grannis accept my insurance?
Dr. Charity Grannis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-668-6828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- AmblyopiaDr. Grannis isDistinguished. Learn about Amblyopia.
- StrabismusDr. Grannis isDistinguished. Learn about Strabismus.
- Advanced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AstigmatismDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- BlepharitisDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- CataractDr. Grannis isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Baller-Gerold SyndromeDr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about Baller-Gerold Syndrome.
- ChemosisDr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Color BlindnessDr. Grannis isExperienced. Learn about Color Blindness.