Pediatric Eye Care in Columbia

Pediatric Eye Care in Columbia

Children's Eye Doctors - Dedicated to Helping Kids See Clearly

(573) 446-0331

Pediatric Eye Care: Why Is It Important?

  • Concerned that your child's eyesight may be hindering their development?
  • Does your child's eyes appear misaligned?

Studies show that up to 10% of young children have vision problems. However, kids generally aren't aware there's an issue, and don't complain about their eyes. It is therefore crucial to detect the first signs of vision problems before complications arise.

Give them the clear vision and healthy eyes they deserve by visiting our Columbia pediatric eye doctor at Eyes On Missouri - Columbia.

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4 Signs Your Child May Have a Vision Problem

  • Trouble seeing electronic screens

    Your child sits very close, tilts their head or squints to better see TVs, computer screens and other electronic screens.

  • Difficulty reading or following moving objects

    Your child often loses their place while reading, or canā€™t track a ball as it moves when playing sports.

  • Headaches & eye strain

    Your child complains of tired eyes or headaches after performing tasks that are visually intensive, such as reading or writing.

  • Missed milestones

    Your child may miss milestones such as crawling and walking, or show signs of poor depth perception.

For your child to successfully engage in sports and achieve their academic potential, they need to have healthy eyes and clear vision. The experienced and caring children's eye doctors at Eyes On Missouri - Columbia will carefully examine their eyes and provide guidance to ensure your childā€™s healthy vision.


Pediatric Eye Care FAQs

How do you take care of kids
  • Make sure they wear sunglasses and a hat to protect their eyes from dangerous UV rays when outside.
  • Increase the time they spend outdoors. 
  • Make sure they eat their fruits and veggies. Fruits and veggies high in lutein and zeaxanthin have been found to protect eyes from free radical damage.
  • Schedule regular pediatric eye exams. Detecting and treating eye conditions and diseases commonly found in children, such as strabismus and amblyopia, can help prevent unnecessary struggles and vision problems later in life. The pediatric eye doctor will also check your child’s vision for refractive errors and visual skill deficiencies that might hinder your child’s development.
Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 29, 2024
Excellent customer service!
- Sep. 02, 2024
Excellent experience
- Aug. 31, 2024
The employees are always friendly and so nice! The physicians are polite as well and takes the time ... to explain everything.
- Aug. 07, 2024
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- Jul. 19, 2024
I'm so Thankful Dr Renner is back! Always a pleasure to see her and she's take care of my Family as ... well!!!
- Jun. 28, 2024
The staff was very friendly, polite and very helpful. Just the overall good experience at eyes on Mi... ssouri
- Jun. 23, 2024
Dr and staff were great! My legs broken and staff brought my glasses outside to fit them so I didn't... have to struggle getting insidešŸ˜
- Apr. 29, 2024
Great at always. Care team is very attentive and always ready to answer questions.
- Apr. 21, 2024
Very good staff and doctor! Highly recommend.
- Mar. 22, 2024
Everyone was very thorough, friendly, and quick!
- Feb. 05, 2024
I really appreciate the staff and their ability to make sure you have what you need.
- Jan. 23, 2024
They are friendly and helpful. The eye doctor is really nice.
- Jan. 12, 2024
I was very pleased with my visit to this Dr. for an eye exam, and glasses.The Dr and staff were very... professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. The receptionist that scheduled my appointment was very patient, and courteous, the Dr. was professional, and answered all my questions, and the optical technician that helped me select my glasses, were all top notch, and I would definitely recommend this business.
- Dec. 07, 2023
Office staff very nice and professional. Doctor was easy to talk to and was informative about result... s of my exam. It was my first visit and plan to return for next exam!
- Oct. 21, 2023
My experience was not only professional but efficient and reliable. I would recommend to others.
- Aug. 08, 2023
I had an awesome experience with Eyes on Missouri.
- Jul. 24, 2023
I have worn glasses since the age of 3 and this is probably THE BEST experience I have ever had with... a vision exam. Dr. Renner was EXCELLENT at answering questions and so so so patient with the 1s and 2s. David, at the front desk, is highly efficient and knows anything you could possibly want to know about that office. Sydney was fabulously empathetic and very professional with my initial testing (no puffs there!!!) and Natalie rounded it all off with her expertise with frames, contacts, insurance, etc. It was just wonderful and with my horrible vision I never know what to expect or what I'll be told. So this visit was informative, fast and comfortable. NO QUESTION is stupid and you just feel like they have your best interests at heart. That's not easy to find anymore. Wish I could give it 500 stars!!!
- Jul. 21, 2023
Good service all around
- Jun. 12, 2023
Super friendly staff and quick to get an eye exam. I was even checked after I put in a new contact p... rescription to make sure everything was clear. Highly recommend!
- Mar. 19, 2023
First and foremost, they're on time!! The front staff is knowledgeable and answered all my questions... . The Dr and her staff are top notch and actually are very personable- not just robots doing a job. To sum up, Eyes on Missouri is one of the best eye care and glasses outlet I've had the pleasure to experience!! Cheers!

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Your Pediatric Eye Care Professional in Columbia

Our optometry practice in Columbia

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • MetLife
  • Blue Cross

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Your child deserves to see the world clearly!

Eyes On Missouri - Columbia pediatric eye doctors can help.

(573) 446-0331