Dr. Dolly Padovani Claudio

Dr. Padovani-Claudio is a pediatric ophthalmologist providing care for children's eye health at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute. Her clinical interests include general pediatric ophthalmology and the treatment of strabismus in both pediatric and adult patients. She is dedicated to managing a variety of eye conditions in young individuals to support healthy vision development.

Her research focuses on vascular diseases of the retina, contributing to advancements in retinal care. Fluent in Spanish and English, she communicates effectively with diverse families to ensure comprehensive understanding and personalized treatment plans.

With a strong educational foundation, she earned her M.D. and Ph.D. in Neuroscience and completed specialized training in ophthalmology residency and a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. She is board certified and actively involved in professional ophthalmology organizations.