Caroline N. DeBenedictis, MD
About Dr. DeBenedictis
Meet Dr. Caroline N. DeBenedictis, a compassionate board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric eye care and strabismus. With a wealth of experience and surgical expertise, she is dedicated to the well-being of young patients, addressing a range of conditions from pediatric cataracts to ocular trauma and genetic ocular disorders.
Dr. DeBenedictis' passion for pediatric ophthalmology is evident in her holistic approach. She provides comprehensive care, diagnosing, treating, and managing various eye conditions from birth and beyond. Her expertise extends beyond the realms of ophthalmology, often collaborating with other medical specialists to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex disorders.
Dr. DeBenedictis is also an author, her insights gracing the pages of numerous esteemed medical journals. Most recently, she contributed as a section editor and author to the 3rd edition of Pediatric Ophthalmology in the Wills Eye Institute Atlas Series, a medical publication from the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital.
Locations
- Waterbury, CT
- Bloomfield, CT
Specialties
- Comprehensive eye exams
- Pediatric ophthalmologic disorders and diseases from birth through adulthood
- Pediatric cataracts
- Amblyopia
- Pediatric strabismus
- Adult strabismus
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction (Blocked tear duct)
- Chalazion
- Congenital anomalies
- Pediatric uveitis
- Pediatric ocular genetic disorders
- Ocular trauma
Education
Medical School
Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA
Internship
Internal Medicine – Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Ophthalmology – North Shore-LIJ Health System, Great Neck, NY
Fellowship
Pediatric Ophthalmology – Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Genetics, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Societies
- American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Women in Ophthalmology
Languages
- English
