Pediatric Clinic
As many as one out of every five children has a vision problem that no one knows about. Because eyesight is a key component of learning, it is important to diagnose and treat vision problems early.
About Us
The Pediatric Clinic at Berkeley Optometry specializes in comprehensive eye care for patients from birth to adolescence, supporting healthy vision at every stage of development.
Our Services
Internationally recognized for excellence in patient care and leadership in research
We use specialized equipment and techniques to comprehensively examine your child’s eyes and vision and to answer the question “What can my child see?” If needed, we prescribe glasses to correct blurry vision. Infant and child sized frames are available in our eyewear department. We also provide urgent evaluation and treatment for red eyes, eye pain, and sudden vision changes. Our clinic is open six days a week. Most insurance plans cover the eye exams.
Your infant (6–12 months) may qualify for a no-cost comprehensive eye and vision assessment. Our optometrists are proud InfantSEE® providers.
Goals
Our comprehensive exams are designed to thoroughly evaluate the eyes and visual abilities of infants and young children for the following conditions. Click on the plus sign to read more.
Did You Know?
Even babies and young children should have their eyes checked. Comprehensive vision exams are recommended for children at 9 months, 3 years, and 5 years of age.
Children who receive treatment for vision problems when they are young are better prepared to successfully participate in school. Most aspects of your baby’s vision are adult-like by the end of their first year.
Signs that your baby or young child might have a vision problem include: issues with hand-eye coordination, frequently closes or covers one eye, holds toys or books close to their eyes, frequently rubs their eyes, blinks excessively, squints, or cannot maintain fixation on tasks.
Pediatric Vision Facts
80% of learning is through vision, yet only 14% of children under age six have had a comprehensive eye exam.
One out of five children has a vision problem that no one knows about.
Contact Us
Appointments can be made in person, or by telephone.
Pediatric Clinic
School of Optometry & Vision Science
Emeryville Eye Center
3840 San Pablo Avenue
Emeryville, CA 94609
Clinic Chief
Anne Tasaki, OD, FAAO
Associate Clinical Professor