Meet the Ophthalmology Team
Norton Children’s pediatric ophthalmologists treat all ocular (eye) conditions in children. We provide a broad spectrum of services for children and teens, from routine eye exams and evaluations to complex care for conditions such eye cancer.
Collaboration With UofL School of Medicine for Your Child’s Care
Our providers offer skilled care for your child. Norton Children’s Hospital serves as the primary pediatric teaching facility for the University of Louisville School of Medicine. These doctors are professors and active researchers helping to advance medical care with clinical research and education.
Pediatric Ophthalmologists
Craig H. Douglas, M.D.
Peggy J.H. Fishman, M.D.
Pediatric Optometrists
Nicholas J. Silvestros, OD
Kara Tison, OD
COVID-19 hotline available for parents to ask questions
Norton Children’s has a hotline for parents who have questions about their child and the coronavirus/COVID-19. Parents can call the hotline with general questions or speak with a nurse if their child is experiencing symptoms […]
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COVID-19 stresses could lead to more child abuse, but families can reduce risks
Families having to face financial, emotional and other stresses — combined with long periods of time isolated at home with a lack of structure during the COVID-19 pandemic — can lead to potentially dangerous situations […]
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Su preocupa que mi hijo pueda tener coronavirus/COVID-19. ¿Qué debo hacer?
Aunque los casos de coronavirus/COVID-19 han sido confirmados principalmente en adultos, los niños aún son susceptibles al virus. Norton Children’s Hospital recibe muchas llamadas de padres y cuidadores preocupados. Si le preocupa que su hijo […]
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Kentucky child abuse rate highest in U.S. for 2nd year
For the second year in a row, Kentucky had the highest child abuse rate in the country — and it’s not even close. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Children’s Bureau “Child Maltreatment […]
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COVID-19: Implications for children and adults with congenital heart disease
We do not currently have a lot of information about COVID-19 infection in children and adults with congenital heart disease and outcomes. However, based on what is known, we think some patients may be at […]
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COVID-19 hotline available for parents to ask questions
Norton Children’s has a hotline for parents who have questions about their child and the coronavirus/COVID-19. Parents can call the hotline with general questions or speak with a nurse if their child is experiencing symptoms […]
Read Full Story
COVID-19 stresses could lead to more child abuse, but families can reduce risks
Families having to face financial, emotional and other stresses — combined with long periods of time isolated at home with a lack of structure during the COVID-19 pandemic — can lead to potentially dangerous situations […]
Read Full Story
Su preocupa que mi hijo pueda tener coronavirus/COVID-19. ¿Qué debo hacer?
Aunque los casos de coronavirus/COVID-19 han sido confirmados principalmente en adultos, los niños aún son susceptibles al virus. Norton Children’s Hospital recibe muchas llamadas de padres y cuidadores preocupados. Si le preocupa que su hijo […]
Read Full Story
Kentucky child abuse rate highest in U.S. for 2nd year
For the second year in a row, Kentucky had the highest child abuse rate in the country — and it’s not even close. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Children’s Bureau “Child Maltreatment […]
Read Full Story
COVID-19: Implications for children and adults with congenital heart disease
We do not currently have a lot of information about COVID-19 infection in children and adults with congenital heart disease and outcomes. However, based on what is known, we think some patients may be at […]
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