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Dr. Shauna Berry is a board-certified ophthalmologist and the only fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist in Southwest Florida. She provides subspecialty care for patients with vision problems related to the brain, optic nerve, and eye movements, and offers strabismus surgery for children and adults. Dr. Berry completed ophthalmology residency at Larkin Community Hospital/Nova Southeastern, followed by fellowships in neuro-ophthalmology at Houston Methodist and in adult and pediatric strabismus at UCLA Stein Eye Institute. She collaborates closely with referring physicians to uncover the cause of unexplained visual symptoms and design clear, step-by-step care plans.Her practice combines advanced diagnostics with thoughtful counseling so patients understand their condition and options. As a Southwest Florida native, Dr. Berry is committed to serving her community and was recognized in 2025 as a Gulfshore Business “40 Under 40” honoree for professional excellence and local impact.

Dr. Julia Byrd is a board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for children and adults with strabismus across the Tampa Bay area. She diagnoses and treats amblyopia, eye misalignment, pediatric cataracts, tear duct disorders, retinopathy of prematurity, pediatric uveitis, congenital eye conditions, and ocular trauma. Families appreciate her calm, thorough explanations and her focus on creating treatment plans that work in real life for growing kids and busy caregivers.Originally from New Mexico, Dr. Byrd graduated cum laude in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Vanderbilt University and earned her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. She completed ophthalmology residency at the John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, and advanced fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Before settling in Florida, she cared for children at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and later practiced in Montana. Dr. Byrd is committed to friendly, accessible, and precise care—whether prescribing glasses, guiding patching therapy, or performing delicate eye surgery.

Dr. Mariana Abi Karam is a pediatric ophthalmologist who sees children for routine and complex eye concerns and also treats adults with strabismus. She speaks English, Arabic, and French, and welcomes families from many backgrounds. Her practice blends careful measurement, age-appropriate testing, and thoughtful counseling so parents and children understand both the diagnosis and the plan. With fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology, adult strabismus, and medical retina, Dr. Abi Karam offers medical and nonsurgical treatments as well as eye muscle surgery when needed. She partners with pediatricians, therapists, and schools to support visual development and classroom success, and she follows patients closely to keep kids comfortable and confident as they grow.