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Nathaniel E. McIntyre, MD, is a pediatric ophthalmologist who also treats adults with strabismus. At Wheaton Eye Clinic, his practice focuses on the medical and surgical care of childhood eye conditions, including strabismus (misaligned eyes), amblyopia, childhood ptosis, pediatric cataracts, and tear duct obstruction; he also provides examination and treatment for retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. McIntyre received his BS and MS in biology from Purdue University before earning his medical degree at the Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed ophthalmology residency at Indiana University and a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. McIntyre values communication and education—skills he honed while teaching medical students and residents during training—and he works closely with families to tailor care plans that fit each child’s needs. Away from clinic, he enjoys time with his wife and two daughters and cheers on his favorite teams, reflecting the energy and dedication he brings to his patients’ care.

Dr. Langguth is a pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for children and adults with eye alignment and vision development concerns. Her clinical interests include evaluating and treating strabismus, planning eye muscle surgery when needed, and helping patients with amblyopia management. She completed medical school at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and then trained in ophthalmology at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. She went on to additional fellowship training at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Her work also includes treating complex pediatric eye conditions, including congenital eye infections and pediatric oculoplastic disorders. In visits, Dr. Langguth focuses on careful diagnosis, clear communication, and a step-by-step plan that supports both vision outcomes and day-to-day function.

Dr. Osama Al Deyabat is a pediatric and neuro-ophthalmologist who cares for children and adults with complex eye movement and visual pathway disorders. He is drawn to problems that blur the line between the eye and the brain—double vision, unexplained vision loss, and neurologic causes of visual symptoms—and he works closely with families to create plans that are practical, understandable, and evidence-based. His visits emphasize careful examination and clear communication so patients know what to expect and why. Dr. Al Deyabat completed a pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus fellowship at the University of Illinois Chicago, followed by a neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at Houston Methodist Hospital. He previously finished ophthalmology residency at Jordan University of Science and Technology and medical school at the same institution. His academic work includes publications on optic neuritis and the ocular manifestations of giant cell arteritis. He strives to deliver subspecialty care with the warmth of a small community practice.

Dr. Acil Alasheh is a pediatric ophthalmologist with focused training in strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology. She cares for children with crossed eyes, lazy eye, congenital cataract, and tearing disorders, and also evaluates adults with double vision and complex alignment issues. Patients value her clear explanations and practical guidance for patching, glasses, or surgery, and families appreciate a calm, child-friendly visit that keeps big decisions understandable. Dr. Alasheh completed medical school at the Jordan University of Science and Technology and advanced ophthalmology training at the University of Jordan before subspecialty fellowships at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, where she trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus and in Neuro-Ophthalmology. Her interests include timely amblyopia treatment, surgical planning for complex strabismus, and multidisciplinary care for neurologic eye disorders. She partners closely with pediatricians, neurologists, and orthoptists so each child has a coordinated plan—from first diagnosis through postoperative care—aimed at developing comfortable, binocular vision for school, sports, and life.

Dr. Daniel E. Maidana is a pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for children with a full spectrum of eye conditions, from cataracts and strabismus to pediatric retinal disorders. He serves on the Pediatric Ophthalmology Service and the Pediatric Retina & Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Service at the University of Illinois, where families value his careful exams, clear communication, and collaborative approach. Originally trained in Argentina and Spain before advanced work in Chicago and Boston, Dr. Maidana brings an international perspective to complex pediatric eye care. He works closely with families to tailor treatment—medical, optical, or surgical—to each child’s needs and stage of development, with special attention to visual development and long-term outcomes.

Dr. Doaa Mowafy is a fellow in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the University of Illinois. She earned her MD and MSc at Cairo University, completed an internship at Kasr El-Ainy Hospital, and finished an ophthalmology residency with the Police Authority Hospital in Cairo before advancing her training in Chicago. Dr. Mowafy cares for children with common and complex eye conditions, including strabismus, amblyopia, pediatric cataracts, tear-duct obstruction, and retinopathy of prematurity. She coordinates care with neonatology teams and families to support healthy vision development and long-term visual needs. Families appreciate her gentle bedside manner, clear guidance, and focus on thoughtful, evidence-based treatment plans for growing children.

Dr. Jennifer L. Rossen is a pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus surgeon at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. She cares for infants, children, and teens with a wide range of eye conditions, and she works closely with families to explain diagnoses, consider treatment choices, and support long-term visual development. Her clinical interests include eye muscle disorders, pediatric cataracts, tear duct problems, uveitis, and complex cases that benefit from team-based care. Dr. Rossen completed medical school at UT Southwestern, ophthalmology residency at Rush University Medical Center--where she served as chief resident--and fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology at Lurie Children's. She is committed to patient-centered care, medical education, and research to improve outcomes for children with eye disease.

Dr. Laurenti specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, caring for children with eye alignment problems and other complex eye conditions. His practice includes both medical and surgical treatment of pediatric disorders such as strabismus, amblyopia (lazy eye), childhood cataracts, ptosis, and tear duct obstruction. He also treats adults with strabismus. He completed his ophthalmology residency training with the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals and then pursued fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. He has also served as an assistant professor, teaching ophthalmology and contributing to research. Dr. Laurenti aims to help families understand the diagnosis and options clearly, so they can feel confident about the next steps in their child’s care.

Throughout Dr. Ramirez's academic career, he has made a concerted effort to cultivate a well-rounded skillset by engaging in research, education, and public service. In the pursuit of these three pillars he found a passion for academia, leading him to his current position at Lurie Children's / Northwestern University as an academic clinician with a focus on education and health disparities. He traveled across the country in pursuit of top medical education and surgical training, and found his passion in pediatric ophthalmology. He is ecstatic to be at the leading children's hospital in Chicago and has an interest in treating a wide variety of pediatric eye diseases in a caring, compassionate, and patient-focused manner.