Dr. Rebecca Edwards Mayhew
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Rebecca Edwards Mayhew, MD, PhD is a pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus specialist who cares for children and adults with eye misalignment and related vision concerns. She believes early, thoughtful eye care sets kids up for success and partners closely with families to create a safe, friendly and collaborative experience. For adults with strabismus or double vision, she offers comprehensive evaluation and a personalized, multifaceted plan to improve function, comfort and confidence.
Dr. Edwards Mayhew completed medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, residency in ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, and fellowship at the University of Michigan. Her clinical interests include complex strabismus, pediatric uveitis, inherited eye disease and amblyopia, and she also manages conditions such as keratoconus, herpetic eye disease and thyroid eye disease. She cares for patients on the Anschutz Medical Campus and at additional Children’s Hospital Colorado locations, bringing academic expertise together with clear communication so families understand options and next steps.
Training

Program
2023University of Michigan
Fellowship
Ophthalmology
2022University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus
Residency
Medical Doctor (MD)
2018Northwestern University
Medical School
Graduate Studies (PhD)
2016Northwestern University
Masters / PhD
Undergraduate Studies
2006Claremont McKenna College
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Resident Retreat Selectee
2021Society of HEED Fellows
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- CO, MI
- License Numbers
- DR.0070792, 4301506305


