Myopia Management From a Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Care is provided personally by Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD, Board‑Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon. Every visit is conducted by Dr. Lichtenstein. All evaluations, recommendations, and decisions are made directly — not delegated. Rather than one‑size‑fits‑all protocols, care begins with careful measurement, risk assessment, and ongoing monitoring over time. Some children benefit from treatment. Others do best with observation alone. Recommendations are deliberate, evidence‑based, and guided by long‑term eye health.

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Led by a Fellowship Trained Pediatric Ophthalmologist.

Our program combines diagnostic, treatment, and monitoring components for tailored myopia management.

We're With You, Every Step of the Way.

Dr. Eric Lichtenstein and his team will provide your child (and you) with ongoing support.

Much Less Than You’ll Spend on Snacks This Year.

By investing in your child’s vision health, they’ll be able to reach for the stars.

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD: Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Dr. Eric Lichtenstein

Meet Dr. Lichtenstein

Board‑Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon:
Meet the surgeon who personally evaluates and treats every patient.

Board‑certified in Ophthalmology, fellowship‑trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology

Over 25 years of experience in clinical and surgical pediatric eye care

Has personally performed thousands of strabismus and pediatric oculoplastic procedures

Known for careful diagnosis, precise surgical decision‑making, and durable outcomes

Taught and trained ophthalmology residents in strabismus surgery at New York Eye & Ear Infirmary for more than a decade

Trusted referral source for pediatricians throughout Queens, Nassau, and the Tri‑State region

Academic Training & Hospital Affiliations:

I love how he treated the kids like it's their appointment and not the parents’.

Dr. E. is the sweetest and kindest pediatric ophthalmologist I've ever met.

... an excellent eye doctor, incredibly friendly and patient with my little one, making the entire visit smooth and stress-free.

Dr. Lichtenstein is the best! He’s funny, kind, and really knows his craft.

The best doctor I have ever seen.

The best doctor solved my son’s problem with patience and care.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Eric A. Lichtenstein for the exceptional care provided...

...I have nothing but kind things to say.

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“Every decision I make starts with the child in front of me — and what will matter for their eyes years from now.”

Dr. Eric Lichtenstein

Strabismus Has a Solution. And You Just Found It.

Pediatric Strabismus Expert Eye Alignment Care for Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Learn More About Pediatric Strabismus

If you’ve noticed that your child’s eyes appear misaligned, or that they tilt or turn their head in unusual ways, careful evaluation matters. Strabismus can affect vision development, depth perception, and long‑term eye health. Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD has over 25 years of experience diagnosing and treating all forms of pediatric strabismus. Care begins with precise diagnosis and thoughtful decision‑making — including when observation is the best approach.

Adult Strabismus Yes, We Straighten Grown-Up Eyes, Too

Learn More About Adult Strabismus

If you’re an adult with strabismus, you may have lived with this frustrating condition for years. Some suffer from double vision. Many suffer from social anxiety and low self-esteem. Other eye doctors may have dismissed your concerns or said no treatment was available. You’ve come to the right place. Dr. Eric Lichtenstein is a leader in adult strabismus surgery. First, he takes time to understand your concerns. Then he offers solutions, including surgery, that can help you reclaim your quality of life.

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The Pediatric Eye Center Medical Team

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologist and a top New York pediatric eye surgeon. In 2001, he opened PediatricEyeMD to provide patients in Queens with second-to-none eye care. While Dr. Lichtenstein holds many impressive professional credentials, his uncanny knack for establishing rapport with nervous children (and their parents) truly sets him apart. His props, character voices, and humor have many young patients laughing through eye care appointments.

Meet Dr. Lichtenstein

Kirsten D. Johnson, OD

Pediatric Optometrist

Kirsten D. Johnson, OD, blends a kinesiology interest with her love for pediatric optometry. This Northern California native moved to New York and earned her Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry. Dr. Kirsten Johnson’s pediatric optometry exposure was “love at first sight.” Deciding to help children achieve good eye health, she completed a Pediatrics residency at New England College of Optometry. Today, Dr. Johnson combines high-level skills with her fondness for pediatric patients.

Meet Kirsten

Elizabeth Zhu, OD

Pediatric Optometrist

Elizabeth Zhu, OD, is a Los Angeles native whose undergraduate psychology degree set the stage for her optometry career. Moving to New York, she obtained her Doctor of Optometry from SUNY College of Optometry. Next, Dr. Zhu completed a challenging Pediatrics and Binocular Vision residency at Illinois College of Optometry. Today, Dr. Elizabeth Zhu complements her excellent clinical skills with strong human behavioral knowledge. She brings patience and a generous spirit into every exam room.

Meet Elizabeth

Cindy Casas

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Cindy Casas is a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with over a decade of experience in pediatric eye care and a degree in Human Biology from Hunter College. Known for her calm, friendly demeanor and technical precision, she helps children feel at ease while delivering accurate, efficient support to the clinical team.

Meet Cindy

Feii Nguyen

Chief Ophthalmic Technician

Feii Nguyen is a nationally certified Chief Ophthalmic Technician with advanced training from Duke and nearly a decade of experience in pediatric eye care. She leads the clinical team with focus and flexibility, ensuring each child receives expert, compassionate support during every visit.

Meet Feii

Ryan House, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Ryan House is a fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologist with expertise in cataracts, low vision, and strabismus care for children and adults. Known for his calm, thoughtful approach, he combines advanced surgical training with a lifelong commitment to compassionate, accessible eye care.

Meet Dr. House

Bijoya Biswas

Ophthalmic Assistant

Bijoya Biswas is a Hunter College Graduate in Biology, who has worked with children for over 5 years. She aids the doctors in keeping a smooth flow during their exam, from screenings to proper imaging and documentation. She aims to ensure patients are comfortable and receive the care they deserve.

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Pediatric Oculoplastics Specialized Care for Eyelids, Tear Ducts, and Lumps Around the Eye Improving Function and Form

Does your child have a droopy eyelid, a lump near the eye, a blocked tear duct, or another concern around the eyes? It’s completely understandable to worry—especially when these conditions may affect vision, comfort, or how your child feels about their appearance.

Pediatric oculoplastics focuses on conditions involving the eyelids, tear ducts, and tissues around the eye. Dr. Eric Lichtenstein provides specialized pediatric oculoplastic care that prioritizes your child’s visual development, comfort, and long‑term well‑being—never a one‑size‑fits‑all or routine‑driven approach. Some conditions are best monitored, while others benefit from thoughtful surgical repair. When treatment is needed, decisions are guided by what will truly help your child—both functionally and cosmetically—now and as they grow.

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“This is the way I practice when nothing stands between the patient and my clinical judgment.”

Eric A. Lichtenstein M.D.

I created PedsEyeVIP for families who want pediatric eye care delivered without compromise—without rushing, and without external pressures influencing medical decisions.

Children's vision problems are often nuanced, time-sensitive, and emotionally charged for parents. They deserve careful listening, clear thinking, and solutions shaped by experience rather than rules written by third parties.

In this setting, I work directly with families, take the time needed to truly understand each child, and make decisions based solely on what will serve that child best—today and long-term.

World-Class Pediatric Eye CareSpecialized Care for Infants, Children, and Adults with Eye Misalignment

Dr. Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD, provides comprehensive eye care for infants, children, and adolescents—from misaligned eyes and droopy eyelids to red eye, cataracts, tear duct problems, and lumps around the eye. He also evaluates blurry vision and failed school vision screenings.
The mission of the practice is to protect vision, reduce the burden of childhood eye disease, and help each patient achieve the best possible visual function and comfort as they grow.

Dr. Lichtenstein manages the full spectrum of pediatric eye conditions, including medical care, surgical treatment when appropriate, and thoughtful prescribing of glasses. He is also highly specialized in the evaluation and treatment of adults with eye misalignment (strabismus) and double vision—conditions that are often best handled by physicians with pediatric‑based training in binocular vision.

Based in Queens, Dr. Lichtenstein serves families from across New York City and Long Island who seek highly specialized pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus care.

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Board‑certified pediatric ophthalmology and eye surgery, led personally by Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD in Queens, NY.

Myopia Management From a Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Led by a Fellowship Trained Pediatric Ophthalmologist.

We're With You, Every Step of the Way.

Much Less Than You’ll Spend on Snacks This Year.

Dr. Eric Lichtenstein

Board‑Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon:
Meet the surgeon who personally evaluates and treats every patient.

“Every decision I make starts with the child in front of me — and what will matter for their eyes years from now.”

Strabismus Has a Solution. And You Just Found It.

Pediatric Strabismus Expert Eye Alignment Care for Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Adult Strabismus Yes, We Straighten Grown-Up Eyes, Too

Before and After Gallery

The Pediatric Eye Center Medical Team

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD

Kirsten D. Johnson, OD

Elizabeth Zhu, OD

Cindy Casas

Feii Nguyen

Ryan House, MD

Bijoya Biswas

Pediatric Oculoplastics Specialized Care for Eyelids, Tear Ducts, and Lumps Around the Eye Improving Function and Form

“This is the way I practice when nothing stands between the patient and my clinical judgment.”

World-Class Pediatric Eye CareSpecialized Care for Infants, Children, and Adults with Eye Misalignment

Trusted by Pediatricians. Chosen by Families.

Board‑certified pediatric ophthalmology and eye surgery, led personally by Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD in Queens, NY.

Myopia Management From a Pediatric Ophthalmologist

Led by a Fellowship Trained Pediatric Ophthalmologist.

We're With You, Every Step of the Way.

Much Less Than You’ll Spend on Snacks This Year.

Dr. Eric Lichtenstein

Board‑Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon: Meet the surgeon who personally evaluates and treats every patient.

“Every decision I make starts with the child in front of me — and what will matter for their eyes years from now.”

Strabismus Has a Solution. And You Just Found It.

Pediatric Strabismus Expert Eye Alignment Care for Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Adult Strabismus Yes, We Straighten Grown-Up Eyes, Too

Before and After Gallery

The Pediatric Eye Center Medical Team

Eric A. Lichtenstein, MD

Kirsten D. Johnson, OD

Elizabeth Zhu, OD

Cindy Casas

Feii Nguyen

Ryan House, MD

Bijoya Biswas

Pediatric Oculoplastics Specialized Care for Eyelids, Tear Ducts, and Lumps Around the Eye Improving Function and Form

“This is the way I practice when nothing stands between the patient and my clinical judgment.”

World-Class Pediatric Eye CareSpecialized Care for Infants, Children, and Adults with Eye Misalignment

Trusted by Pediatricians. Chosen by Families.

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