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Oscar Cruz, M.D.

Chairman; Professor, pediatric ophthalmology; Anwar Shah Endowed Chair of Ophthalmology
Department of Ophthalmology

Education

Fellowship
Pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami

Residency
Baylor College of Medicine

Medical School
Louisiana State University Medical Center

Practice Areas

Oscar Cruz treats pediatric and adult patients for conditions and diseases related to the eyes. He offers surgery for adults with moderate to severe strabismus (crossed eyes, diplopia) and cares for children with moderate to severe amblyopia (poor sight) by occlusion therapy and/or pharmacologic therapy.

Research Interests

Cruz's research includes work with the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigative Group (PEDIG) to study amblyopia and estropia.

Professional Organizations and Associations

  • Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
  • Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairment, St. Louis, Missouri