Pediatric Eye Care in Colorado Springs

Pediatric Eye Care in Colorado Springs

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

(719) 634-2020

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 Colorado Springs pediatric eye doctor at ABBA Eye Care - Woodmen.

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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 can’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 ABBA Eye Care - Woodmen will carefully examine their eyes and provide guidance to ensure your child’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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- Jul. 13, 2024
Excellent service and extremely competent staff.
- Jul. 12, 2024
Cant recommend Dr Garwood and the staff here enough.
- Jul. 03, 2024
Top notch service and I would recommend this facility to anyone looking for great eye care.
- Jun. 19, 2024
Both, Dr. Garwood and Optician Adrian were knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. The reception ... staff was friendly as well. Along with my eye exam, I purchased my everyday glasses and a pair of sunglasses after my appointment, with input from both Dr. Garwood and Adrian. Both pair of glasses seem to be working fine.
- Jun. 15, 2024
This place is great, it was quick, everyone was friendly, and I had my concerns fully addressed.
- Jun. 09, 2024
They are extremely thorough with the health and caring for your eyes. They don't rush you and answer... any questions you need answered. They are a busy office for a good reason. Glasses are more expensive than other options in town, but I think it's worth every penny to get updated care. I'll continue going here as long as they take my Tricare insurance.
- Jun. 07, 2024
Everyone here is awesome but if you want to see them you have to call in for the appointment, otherw... ise the online system will schedule you to come in and see a remote doc via tele-health, fsr
- May. 15, 2024
The staff was kind and able to get us in quickly for a same day appointment. Dr. Garwood was great ... with my 6 year old and made her feel comfortable. Dr. Garwood made she to answer all my questions and also made sure my daughter had a chance to ask any questions. Dr. Garwood was very kind and thorough.
- May. 11, 2024
Dr. Garwood at the Woodmen location is the best in the business. Thank you very much for proving sup... erb care and concern for continuation of my long term vision care.
- May. 10, 2024
I highly recommend ABBA Eye care. Our Dr. was thorough and took great care to answer all our questi... ons. My husband has dementia and they made him so comfortable. He loved his appt.
- Apr. 30, 2024
Kind and friendly staff. They work with you to give you the best options.
- Apr. 28, 2024
Good experience for both my husband and I.
- Apr. 24, 2024
Dr. Garwood is a total pro, but can let down and connect about matters other than the shape of your ... eyeball. Thomas took the baton pass from her and got me into a nice pair of Tom Ford's. Our time together wasn't just transactional, but interactional. It all felt nicely human, start to finish.
- Mar. 21, 2024
Dr Mia was everything!!!!! Love! Love! Love! She has incredible bedside manner, she's healthy, happy... and whole. She was compassionate and smart and I look forward to a follow up in three months!!!! Really great! Staff was really great also!!! Thank you ABBA, I care!
- Mar. 08, 2024
Friendly and knowledgeable staff that provided the newest state of the art methods in eye exams.
- Mar. 05, 2024
The Doctors and Staff are always Professional and Kind
- Feb. 27, 2024
Ms. Kerry Garwood is the best! She is so kind, relaxed, caring, and helpful. Thank you so much for e... verything you do. Thank you, too, to the ABBA Eyecare Team in general! 😌
- Feb. 09, 2024
Always the best care and I love going to see my Dr. Garwood
- Feb. 05, 2024
Great eye care and selection of frames
- Feb. 03, 2024
The whole staff made my first trip the eye doctor in years an enjoyable experience!

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Your Pediatric Eye Care Professional in Colorado Springs

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Blue Cross
  • MetLife

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Your child deserves to see the world clearly!

ABBA Eye Care - Woodmen pediatric eye doctors can help.

(719) 634-2020