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Dr. Duss is an editor on the board of the Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus and has...

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Jacksonville Pediatric Ophthalmologist & Adult Strabismus

Dawn N. Duss, MD

Dr. Duss is pleased to announce the opening of Jacksonville’s Pediatric Eye Consultants of North Florida — the first and only ophthalmic practice dedicated to pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus in all of Northeast Florida. Our office utilizes the latest technology to help ensure our practice is operating at peak efficiency, and to provide our patients with the best possible care in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. While waiting to see Dr. Duss your children will enjoy our waiting room which is equipped with an Xbox 360, movie stations, iPads preloaded with audio books, and a large fish tank. We’re excited about our brand-new office, and we look forward to seeing you and your families very soon!

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“The Quality Care Clinic” – The Story of Devin And Sharon

18December
2015

“The Quality Care Clinic” – The Story of Devin And Sharon

Devin Frazier is a remarkable young man quick to discern if someone he encounters is kind or not. In a short space of time he will let you know if he wants you near him. As a bonus, his mom Sharon states, it sure helps your cause if you are a pretty girl. Vision Care and Down Syndrome Devin is thirty years old and has Down syndrome. “Down syndrome occurs when an individual has a full or partial extra copy of chromosone 21. This additional genetic material alters the course of development and causes the characteristics associated with Down syndrome. All people with Down Syndrome experience cognitive delays, but the effect is usually mild to moderate and is not indicative of the many strengths and talents that each individual possesses.” (ndss.org) Down syndrome does not define Devin, but it does affect his ability to communicate. Throughout his lifetime, Devin has seen every kind of doctor imaginable. Even though he happens to be non-verbal, he has no trouble letting everyone know with his actions when someone he meets in the medical field does not make him happy. More often than not, he does not take kindly to them. This can be […]

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Tiffany Shoemaker’s Story

9November
2015

Tiffany Shoemaker’s Story

Life Can Change In An Instant For Tiffany Shoemaker this instant came in the form of a car accident. Back in November of 2010 Tiffany was in a terrible accident that completely changed everything. She experienced a Traumatic brain injury (TBI), a stroke which left her with physical challenges and an aneurysm of the optic nerve which caused vision loss and made her eyes criss-cross. According to Tiffany’s mom, Wanda, she wasn’t even expected to live through that first night after the collision. That’s when I realized that in speaking with Tiffany, I was speaking with a walking, talking miracle. While interviewing Tiffany, I could tell immediately that she had a lot to share about her journey. She was living in Miami when all of this began and had received care from a variety of specialists including an ophthalmologist. This ophthalmologist eventually performed surgery on Tiffany to straighten her eyes, but did not address some of the cosmetic aspects that were still a concern to her and her mother. After moving to Jacksonville and being seen by Dr. Charles Duss at the Atlantic Eye Institute, he immediately recommended that Tiffany should go to his wife, Dr. Dawn Duss, because of […]

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Patching Pays Off – Eye Patches & Dr. Duss To The Rescue!

20October
2015

Patching Pays Off – Eye Patches & Dr. Duss To The Rescue!

Treating Strabismus In Young Children The Story of a Big Brother, Little Brother & Eye Patches When I first started understanding the scope of my son J.R.’s vision challenges, it was a lot to wrap my head around. It took me a long time to accept that the genetic structure of his eyes and lenses weren’t conducive to natural, easy vision. Fairly early in our discovery of his extreme near-sightedness, it was determined that he needed to begin patching his stronger eye to help his other, weaker eye catch up. Even though as a mom I was completely overwhelmed by the uncertainty of his vision future, I was also fiercely determined to do whatever it took to give him the best shot at seeing 20/20 out of either or both of his eyes. This meant I was faced with the daunting task of patching a two-year old dynamo who never enjoyed being told what to do. First things first, I had to catch him before I could even occlude his stronger eye. As determined as he was to throw temper-tantrums and remove his patch, I was equal to the task. It took every last ounce of my emotional reserves to […]

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Dr. Duss’ Adult Strabismus History

14October
2015

Dr. Duss’ Adult Strabismus History

Adult Strabismus Doctor in Jacksonville, FL Obviously, with the word ‘pediatric’ right in the name of Dr. Dawn Duss’s practice, it’s pretty clear that improving the sight of children is one of her specialties. While Dr. Duss has proven her skill and ability time and time again with children, it’s important to remember the techniques and training she utilizes have also been perfected by her extensive experience with adult strabismus. Dr. Duss has been operating on adults her entire career and was “trained specifically in this area during my fellowship.” While on staff at Nemours, she maintained an academic rank with the Mayo Clinic located in Jacksonville. This meant that she was highly regarded there and was frequently consulted on adult strabismus cases. During this time, the number of adult strabismus cases was relatively small, as she had to schedule them on her own time. Once she opened her own practice, “the adult population has exploded!” What exactly does it mean to have strabismus? “Crossed eyes, or strabismus, as it is medically termed, is a condition in which both eyes do not look at the same place at the same time. It occurs when an eye turns in, out, up […]

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FAILED VISION SCREENING AT SCHOOL?

The best way to prevent problems with your child’s eye health is to visit a pediatric ophthalmologist every year, whether your child has failed or passed the routine vision screening at school. Our Jacksonville pediatric ophthalmologist, Dawn N. Duss, MD, is highly regarded by her peers as one of the top children’s eye doctors in Florida.

  • Visit your pediatric ophthalmologist annually
  • Many vision issues can be corrected if caught early
  • With early diagnosis and treatment, vision loss can be avoided

OFFICE HOURS

Monday 7:30am - 5:00pm Tuesday 7:30am - 5:00pm Wednesday 7:30am - 5:00pm Thursday 7:30am - 5:00pm Friday 7:30am - 5:00pm

PEDIATRIC STRABISMUS SPECIALIST

Strabismus, or ocular misalignment, includes eyes that wander up, out, down or in, and is found in almost 4% of the US population. Strabismus is described in terms of the direction, location and frequency of wandering. Each type is associated with different causes and management protocols.

The three most common types of strabismus seen in children are listed below. Click Here to read more about pediatric strabismus.

  • Accommodative Esotropia
  • Non-Accommodative Esotropia
  • Intermittent Exotropia

Strabismus Treatment

Strabismus may be treated with glasses, patching, or surgery, depending on the etiology. Each child is different, and success with one particular therapy may not be generalized to all children.