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Eric J. Kim, MD, is a pediatric ophthalmologist at Mayo Clinic who cares for children with complex corneal, cataract, and glaucoma conditions, as well as patients of all ages with strabismus. He offers both medical and surgical treatments tailored to growing eyes and developing visual systems, and coordinates closely with families to make care plans that fit school, sports, and daily life. His operative focus includes pediatric cataract and glaucoma surgery, corneal cross-linking for keratoconus, corneal transplantation when needed, and strabismus surgery for children and adults. Dr. Kim serves as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and enjoys teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Before joining the pediatric ophthalmology team at Mayo Clinic, he completed rigorous training in ophthalmology and advanced work in pediatric anterior segment surgery. Patients appreciate his clear explanations, calm approach in the clinic and operating room, and commitment to evidence-based care backed by ongoing academic scholarship.

Dr. Maggie Strampe is a pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for children and adults with strabismus. She understands that doctor visits can feel intimidating for kids and uses play and encouragement to make exams comfortable and fun. Her clinical interests include amblyopia, congenital cataract, blocked tear ducts and disorders of eye alignment across the lifespan. She works closely with families to explain options and create treatment plans that fit each child’s needs and routines. Dr. Strampe completed ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota and previously completed undergraduate studies in French at the University of Minnesota. Having grown up in the Twin Cities, she is grateful to provide specialty eye care in the community she calls home.

Dr. Jenny Yunjie Wang is a board-certified ophthalmologist with specialized training in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. At Essentia Health in Duluth, she cares for infants, children, and adolescents with a wide range of eye conditions, offering thoughtful evaluation, clear communication, and treatment plans tailored to each family’s goals. Dr. Wang treats common concerns like crossed eyes and lazy eye, as well as more complex problems such as pediatric cataracts, glaucoma, and uveitis. She also manages blocked tear ducts and eyelid disorders, and collaborates closely with pediatricians and subspecialists when eye findings relate to broader health issues. Families appreciate her calm, friendly manner and the way she explains what to expect before, during, and after treatment. Dr. Wang completed medical school at Indiana University, ophthalmology residency at the Mayo Clinic, and a dedicated pediatric ophthalmology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic. She welcomes new patients and is committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care that helps kids see—and thrive—at home, at school, and at play.