Pediatric Ophthalmologist & Adult Strabismus

Dr. Kali B. Cole, a proud native of Tulsa, embarked on her academic journey at Vanderbilt University, where she earned her undergraduate degree in 1997. Following her passion for public health, she pursued a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (OUHSC) in 1998, before completing her MD at OUHSC in 2003. Dr. Cole then furthered her specialization in Ophthalmology, completing her residency at the University of Alabama-Birmingham (UAB) in 2007, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in 2008.

After two years as Assistant Professor in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at MUSC, Dr. Cole returned to her hometown of Tulsa in 2010. She is affiliated with multiple medical centers including St. John Medical Center, Saint Francis Healthcare, Hillcrest Medical Center, Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital, and Oklahoma State University Medical Center. Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO), Dr. Cole is also an esteemed member of the American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) and The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

Dr. Cole’s practice is distinguished by her commitment to providing exceptional medical and surgical care to all her patients. From refractive errors to retinopathy of prematurity, she addresses a wide array of ocular issues with expertise and compassion. Specializing in strabismus treatment, nasolacrimal duct obstruction, and benign orbital and eyelid tumors, Dr. Cole ensures that her office provides a welcoming environment for patients of all ages, particularly children. Her dedicated staff is adept at handling pediatric patients, fostering a positive experience during eye exams and treatments.

Conveniently located on Cherry Street, Dr. Cole’s office houses Blink Optical, an on-site optical shop offering a diverse range of frames for both pediatric and adult patients, along with sunglasses.

Services Offered:

– Strabismus correction (eye misalignment)

– Treatment for nystagmus (jerky eye movements)

– Management of amblyopia (lazy eye)

– Eye examinations for developmental conditions such as Down syndrome

– Retinal disease management, including retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)

– Treatment for optic nerve abnormalities

– Correction of ptosis (drooping eyelids) and chalazia (styes)

– Surgical intervention for eyelid tumors (including hemangiomas and dermoid cysts)

– Management of tear duct disorders and orbital infections

– Diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to eye movements and double vision

– Assessment and management of color vision problems

– Adult strabismus correction

– Sports vision enhancement

– Correction of refractive errors including myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism

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