Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pediatric Eye Care Solutions
Founded in 1993, Children's Eye Physicians has established itself as a premier provider of pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus care across Colorado. Our team of seven board-certified ophthalmologists, all fellowship-trained in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, combines decades of collective experience with cutting-edge medical expertise to address complex eye conditions in children and adults. Complemented by a dedicated team of optometrists and optical specialists, we offer comprehensive family eye care services at three Denver metro locations, with additional clinics in Boulder and Grand Junction.Our practice extends beyond clinical care through community initiatives, including vision screenings for underprivileged children and specialized support for neonatal intensive care units across 12 Colorado hospitals. With over 30 years of service, we maintain a steadfast commitment to preventing childhood blindness while delivering personalized, compassionate care that prioritizes patient comfort and long-term visual health.
Services
pediatric eye exams
strabismus surgery
optical services
family optometry
neonatal eye care
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologists with decades of combined experience
- Our practice provides comprehensive family eye care at multiple convenient locations
- We maintain partnerships with 12 Colorado hospitals for neonatal eye care services
- Our optical shops feature specialized childrens eyewear with 20% off second pairs
- We serve patients from Colorado and neighboring states including Utah and Wyoming
What people say
Outstanding bedside manner
Successful strabismus surgery
Child-friendly environment
Knowledgeable specialists
Compassionate staff
Services
pediatric eye exams
Our comprehensive pediatric eye exams assess visual development, eye alignment, and ocular health in children of all ages. Using specialized techniques and child-friendly equipment, our board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists diagnose vision problems, prescribe corrective lenses, and monitor developmental progress. The service includes detailed patient education for parents and coordinated follow-up care when needed.
strabismus surgery
This specialized surgical treatment corrects misaligned eyes in both children and adults through precise muscle adjustments. Our fellowship-trained surgeons use advanced techniques to improve eye coordination, restore binocular vision, and enhance cosmetic appearance. The procedure includes pre-operative evaluation, surgical planning, and comprehensive post-operative care to ensure optimal visual outcomes.
optical services
Our full-service optical shops provide prescription glasses, contact lenses, and protective eyewear for patients of all ages. Featuring durable, fashion-forward frames specifically designed for children, we offer professional fitting services, lens customization options, and specialized sports eyewear. The service includes expert guidance on lens materials and coatings to ensure lasting comfort and visual clarity.
family optometry
This service delivers complete vision care for all family members, including routine eye exams, contact lens fittings, and management of ocular diseases. Our optometrists provide personalized recommendations for vision correction, screen time management, and preventive eye health strategies tailored to each patients specific needs and lifestyle requirements.
neonatal eye care
Specialized eye examinations for premature infants monitor for retinopathy of prematurity and other developmental conditions. Our team provides critical assessments in NICUs across 12 Colorado hospitals, ensuring early detection and timely intervention for vision-threatening conditions in vulnerable newborn populations.
People
Diana M. DeSantis
Founding Partner
Board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist with fellowship training from University of Illinois at Chicago. Member of multiple professional societies including American Academy of Ophthalmology. Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Texas Christian University and Baylor College of Medicine.
Christopher M. Bardorf
Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Fellowship-trained in pediatric ophthalmology at Washington University. Completed residency at Kresge Eye Institute. Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology. Provides specialized care for complex eye alignment issues.
Paul McHenry
Optometrist
Doctor of Optometry with expertise in adult ocular diseases and contact lens technology. Completed post-graduate studies in biology and optometry training at Illinois College of Optometry. Joined practice in 2020 to expand family optometry services.
Lynette Bridges
Chief Executive Officer
Colorado native with over two decades of healthcare administration experience. Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Regis University. Led growth from three physicians to twelve providers while maintaining commitment to patient-centered care and community service.
Rachel Reem
Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Board-certified specialist with training from Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group. Focuses on comprehensive pediatric eye care and complex strabismus cases.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We provide care for patients of all ages, specializing in pediatric eye care while also offering adult strabismus treatment and family optometry services.
Do you accept my insurance?
Our optical shops accept Eye Med, Spectera, VSP, and Medicaid. Contact our billing department for verification of coverage for medical eye care services.
What makes your pediatric care unique?
Our specialists have fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and use child-specific diagnostic techniques while maintaining a welcoming environment for young patients.
Are your doctors board-certified?
All our ophthalmologists are board-certified with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus through prestigious institutions.
Do you offer emergency eye care?
While we do not provide 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent cases during regular business hours and coordinate care with local hospitals when needed.
What optical services do you provide?
We offer prescription glasses, contact lenses, sports eyewear, and sunglasses with 20% off second pairs at our three Colorado optical locations.
Reviews (4)
Sondra Lee
Jun 27, 2022
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We've been coming to CEP for a few years now, and will never go elsewhere! After countless other optometrists brushed off my kid's extreme sensitivity/pain to just "having blue eyes" Dr Steele took one look and said this is what is going on, this is how we're gonna treat it, it's gonna be okay! Such a relief that my baby can see without pain again! Very clean facility and kid friendly. We haven't had to wait long to be seen and the staff is always so kind!
Jessica Ruster
Jun 26, 2022
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The best place for kids! Fab doctors and nurses and atmosphere! Especially great for little kids who need dilli dallis or rec specs!
Gerry Shafer
Apr 28, 2022
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I. GAVE. A. GOOD. REVIEW. SOME. MONTHS. BACK. AND. CHANGING. IT. TODAY. WENT. BACK. FOR. MY. ANNUAL. NOW. I. HAVE. BLURRED. VISION. THEY. DONT. CARE. AND. BILLING. ME. MORE
Heather Shepard
Apr 19, 2022
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Dr Steele is rude and needs to learn bed side manner when dealing with patients and their family. She seems to be in a big hurry and tries to push patients out the door and disregard concerns involving patients. She will make you feel uneducated and beneath her. I am very dissatisfied with this doctor. She needs to read the charts of patients and be informed prior to disregarding concerns of parents. The assist Jasmyn was amazing and deserves 10 gold stars.
