A pediatric ophthalmologist is a medical and surgical doctor who specializes in the care of children's eyes. Adults with strabismus have multiple options to improve or correct the alignment of their eyes. Get answers to all your questions as you prepare your child for surgery and anticipate the recovery process. Information about insurance coverage and your financial responsibility for office visits and surgery.
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Triad Pediatric Eye Physicians offers specialized care in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus. The mission of TPEP is to treat patients, families, and colleagues as image bearers of God by providing excellent medical and surgical eye care. Eric W. Hein, MD is a California native who has been happy to call Winston-Salem home since 2010.
Dr. Eric Hein is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He attended Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia followed by a traditional internship at Greenville Hospital System in Greenville, South Carolina.
He completed his ophthalmology residency at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee and further specialized with a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.Dr. Hein has been involved in clinical trials with the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group.
He completed his ophthalmology residency at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee and further specialized with a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.Dr. Hein has been involved in clinical trials with the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group.
Pediatric ophthalmology is a subspecialty of medicine and surgery. Physicians are trained to perform all aspects of medical care for children's eyes and visual systems. Their training consists of medical school, internship, residency in ophthalmology, and subspecialty fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
A comprehensive eye exam generally takes about an hour to complete. Your child's eyes will usually be dilated for the initial evaluation and periodically thereafter as clinically indicated. Dilation allows for a detailed view of the retina and optic nerves by enlarging the pupils.
Dilation for pediatric eye exam intentionally causes blurred near vision by decreasing the eyes' ability to focus and allows the doctor to determine your child's most accurate glasses prescription.The dilation effect of the drops usually last for 12-24 hours, but the blurred near vision will typically resolve in 4-6 hours.
Dilation for pediatric eye exam intentionally causes blurred near vision by decreasing the eyes' ability to focus and allows the doctor to determine your child's most accurate glasses prescription.The dilation effect of the drops usually last for 12-24 hours, but the blurred near vision will typically resolve in 4-6 hours.
A short stay in the hospital can be stressful for children. It may consist of unfamiliar routines, people, and machines. Sometimes it may seem less stressful not to tell your child about having surgery, a test, or even going to the hospital. However, research and experience tell us that children benefit most from honesty and simple explanations.
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Marjorie Kozee
Jun 26, 2021
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Dr. Hein is completely dedicated to the care of his patients. He is pleasant and has a gentle manner that makes you feel comfortable right away. I recently had surgery for adult strabismus and I cannot say enough about how well pleased I am with the results. I highly recommend Dr. Hein without reservation. The ladies in his office are so pleasant and delightful to deal with, helpful in every way possible.
Danielle Coleman Gurley
May 31, 2021
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I waited to review after visiting a few times. Definitely recommend Dr.Hein! He is attentive and I've never felt rushed by him. He will ask quite a few times, "Is there anything else we need to address" and "Do you have any questions " I also love the fact that he allows my 8 year old to guide the answers when he asks questions. He takes the time to hear her out, I LOVE that!
Lera Fulp
May 24, 2021
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Love Dr. Hein and his staff! Dr. Hein has seen my son since he was about 6 months old and my son is now 6! He’s very thorough and attentive. He makes sure all of your questions are answered and you’re comfortable before you leave. There’s been a few times my son has had to have a quick assessment with an eye injury and they got him in almost immediately; Dr. Hein assessed and called in a prescription my son needed right away! The best!
Makenzey Murphy
Jan 22, 2021
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Dr. Hein is amazing. My daughter wasn't even a year old yet when I started taking her, and he was so amazing. I now take all e of my kids to see him when its time to have there eyes checked. Couldn't ask for a better pediatric eye doctor. The staff is amazong as well, always greet you with a smile and so friendly when they call for reminders.
Arielle Wilson
Jul 21, 2020
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I was a little anxious about the first visit and how it might go but my daughter said it was fun. The staff here was so incredibly friendly and helpful and they have their process down to eat clockwork in the sense that they have one set of clients at a time. One set in their appointment, only one set waiting, you may pass each other on the way in or out but there is hand sanitizer and everyone is wearing masks. We were in and out with a brand new prescription in less than an hour. I was very impressed.
Adrianna Henson Masters
Nov 26, 2019
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Samantha Simmons
Oct 26, 2019
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Dr. Hein is the most positive and encouraging doctor. He truly cares about the well being and progress of his patients and does a fantastic job of following up and exploring alternative methods where possible. He involves the parent while including the child in the care provided. The ladies at the front are also very sweet and patient. My child genuinely looks forward to his appointments here.
Kristen McKnight
Nov 10, 2018
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Dr. Hein is fantastic! We came to him after getting a wrong prescription for my 2 year old by a pediatric optho office in Greensboro. I had a gut feeling the glasses were not the correct strength because my son hated wearing them and said they hurt his eyes.
Dr. Hein got us in quickly, fixed the prescription and was so wonderful with my boys.
Dr. Hein got us in quickly, fixed the prescription and was so wonderful with my boys.
Courtney Rasmussen
Nov 10, 2018
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Seriously the best medical staff I have ever been around. Dr. Hein is very kind, professional, and thorough. He made my daughter feel so comfortable in going through all the tests she had to do. He takes his time, goes above and beyond to answer questions, and never made us feel rushed. Truly the best experience I’ve had in a medical facility.
Monica C.
Nov 27, 2017
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Ashley Hutchinson
Nov 01, 2017
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Dr. Hein is amazing! Our 8 year old daughter was so nervous to go to a new doctor, but Dr. Hein spoke directly to her and treated her with genuine kindness. He explained everything in detail, putting our minds at ease. The entire staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The office is clean and inviting. We are so thankful you all chose Clemmons for your wonderful practice.
Lindsey Lapish Reeves
Sep 27, 2017
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Kelli Deal Tucker
Sep 19, 2017
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We love Dr. Hein! We are so happy that he now has his own place. My seven year old son has been with him since he was a toddler. He is timid an always does well for Dr. Hein. He is great with young children and very patient. He always puts us at ease an always there to answer questions. We love his new office, staff, and sweet wife! Thanks for all you do to serve your patients and families.
