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Dr. Mona Fayad is a pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus specialist who cares for children and adults with eye-alignment and vision-development concerns. She is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and sees patients within UCLA Health’s pediatric ophthalmology program. Dr. Fayad completed ophthalmology residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai after a preliminary year in internal medicine at Mount Sinai West/St. Luke’s, and earned her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. Families choose Dr. Fayad for a calm, child-friendly approach paired with the depth of resources at UCLA Health. She treats conditions such as amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus, nystagmus, blocked tear ducts, droopy eyelids, pediatric cataracts, and congenital or pediatric glaucoma. Care plans may include glasses, patching, prisms, or muscle-realignment surgery when needed. She values clear communication, collaboration with orthoptists and optometrists, and practical guidance for parents so home therapies are easier to follow.

Dr. Charlotte Gore is a board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist at UCI Health who cares for children and adults with eye misalignment and other childhood eye conditions. Her clinical interests include amblyopia, congenital cataracts, nystagmus, and the full spectrum of pediatric eye care. She is experienced with adjustable-suture techniques for complex strabismus and provides thoughtful second opinions for challenging cases. Dr. Gore earned her medical degree at the UC San Diego School of Medicine, completed ophthalmology residency at the Shiley Eye Institute, and pursued fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. She speaks Mandarin and is active in research aimed at better understanding nystagmus and improving treatments for strabismus. Dr. Gore listens carefully, explains options in plain language, and partners with families to create care plans that support healthy vision at every stage of development.

Dr. Tiffany A. Chen is a pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for babies, children and teens with a wide range of visual and ocular conditions. She has particular expertise in diagnosing and treating refractive errors that cause blurry vision, strabismus (eye misalignment) and amblyopia (lazy eye). Dr. Chen partners closely with families and other pediatric specialists to support healthy visual development and provide clear, compassionate guidance at every step. Her goal is individualized, kid-friendly care that helps each child see—and thrive—at their best. Dr. Chen’s academic interests include studying outcomes in pediatric eye disorders and improving both patient care and resident surgical education through thoughtful initiatives. She earned her MD at Stanford University, completed ophthalmology residency at UCSF, and pursued fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Boston Children’s Hospital. She is an active member of national ophthalmic societies and is committed to delivering evidence-based care in a welcoming, family-centered environment.

Marcela M. Estrada, MD, is a pediatric ophthalmologist and adult strabismus specialist who cares for children and adults with eye alignment disorders, vision development problems, and complex pediatric eye disease. She partners closely with families to explain diagnoses in clear, practical terms and to design treatment plans that match each patient’s needs—whether that’s glasses, patching, medications, or surgery. As a physician and mother, she believes that optimizing the health of your child’s eyes begins by establishing a warm and supportive relationship with you. She pledges to care for your child as if they were her own. Dr. Estrada provides medical and surgical care for a wide range of congenital and acquired eye and vision problems, including strabismus, nystagmus, amblyopia, tearing problems, eyelid inflammation, and congenital ocular abnormalities. She has special clinical interest in congenital and juvenile cataracts, retinopathy of prematurity, and pediatric uveitis. Her research focuses on retinopathy of prematurity treatment and reducing ocular health disparities in underserved, low-income, and minority pediatric populations. She is passionate about training the next generation of ophthalmologists and is an active member of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, where she serves on the Young Ophthalmologist Committee.

Dr. Ann Shue is a glaucoma specialist and adult strabismus surgeon who cares for patients across the lifespan at Stanford’s Byers Eye Institute and Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital. A Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine, she offers expertise at the intersection of glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, and adult strabismus—an uncommon combination that allows her to manage complex conditions with continuity.Dr. Shue earned her MD from the University of California, Irvine, completed an internal-medicine internship at UCSF Fresno, and an ophthalmology residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. She then pursued subspecialty fellowships in glaucoma at Yale University and in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Duke University. She welcomes patients with glaucoma of any cause, cataracts, eye misalignment, and double vision, and believes in clear explanations, evidence-based options, and collaborative decisions tailored to each person’s goals.