AIIMS-Trained Ophthalmologist

Pediatric Eye Doctor in Chennai

Gentle, thorough eye care for children -- from routine vision screening to managing conditions present from birth -- with Dr. Rajeswari in KK Nagar.

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Evidence-Based

Ethical Treatment

Why Patients Choose Crispr

See the Same Doctor Throughout Your Care

You see Dr. Rajeswari at every visit -- not a different specialist each time.

Time to Ask Questions

We believe patients deserve time to understand their diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps -- not a rushed consultation.

Recommendations Based on Need

Treatment is suggested because it's clinically right for you -- never to fill a schedule.

Convenient Follow-Up, Close to Home

No traveling across the city for routine visits -- your doctor and your records are right here.

Child-Friendly Approach

Exams paced for children, with clear explanations for parents at every step.

Convenient, Without Compromise

Evening Hours

Mon-Sat: 9:30-11:30 AM & 5:00-8:00 PM

No Leave Needed

Most visits fit after work

Goutham Colony, K. K. Nagar

Near Ashok Nagar, Vadapalani

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Easy Follow-Up

Same clinic, every time

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Does This Sound Like You?

✓Squinting, tilting the head, or covering one eye to see✓Sitting very close to the TV or holding books close to the face✓Eyes that don't appear to align (one drifts in or out)✓Complaints of headaches or eye strain during reading or schoolwork

Dr. Rajeswari Thangavel

Ophthalmologist · AIIMS-Trained

AIIMS-trained ophthalmologist with deep expertise in managing complex visual disorders. Dr. Rajeswari is committed to providing ethical, evidence-based eye care, prioritizing your long-term visual health over high-volume transactions.

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What Could Be Causing Your Child's Eye Symptoms?

Several common conditions can affect children's vision and eye comfort, many of which are very manageable when identified early:

• Refractive errors (needing glasses) -- the most common cause of squinting or sitting close to screens

• Strabismus (squint) -- eyes that don't align properly

• Amblyopia ('lazy eye') -- reduced vision in one eye that develops in childhood

• Eye strain from extended near-work or screen time

Most pediatric vision issues are highly treatable, especially when caught while a child's visual system is still developing.

When to Seek a Prompt Evaluation

Most concerns can wait for a scheduled appointment, but some signs warrant a sooner visit:

A noticeable misalignment of the eyes that has recently appeared

Sudden vision changes reported by your child

Eye injury or persistent redness with pain

A white reflection visible in your child's pupil in photographs

What I Commonly Hear From Patients

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"Parents often worry that a young child won't be able to cooperate with an eye exam, or that bringing them in over a minor concern is unnecessary."

Children's exams are built around them -- we adapt the approach to their age and comfort level. And it's always reasonable to bring in a concern that seems minor; many treatable conditions, like a lazy eye, have the best outcomes specifically when caught early in childhood.

What Happens Next

Comfortable Evaluation

Age-appropriate vision testing and eye examination, paced to keep your child comfortable.

Clear Explanation for Parents

We explain what we found in plain terms -- whether it's glasses, monitoring, or further treatment.

Ongoing Care

Children's eyes change as they grow -- we recommend a follow-up schedule appropriate to your child's needs.

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A Few Common Questions

At what age should my child have their first eye checkup?

Even children with no apparent problems benefit from an early baseline checkup, and any visible signs -- squinting, head tilting, sitting close to screens -- warrant an evaluation regardless of age.

Will the exam be stressful for my child?

Pediatric exams are paced specifically for children -- we take the time needed to keep your child comfortable rather than rushing through a standard adult protocol.

My child's school did a vision screening already -- is a full eye exam still necessary?

School screenings are a useful first flag but aren't a substitute for a comprehensive exam, which checks eye alignment, eye health, and focusing ability in addition to basic vision -- things a screening often misses.

Want to Learn More?

Read our full guide to pediatric eye care