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.