Our mission is to prevent pediatric blindness, improve vision in the pediatric population, and alleviate the suffering in adults with double vision and strabismus (ocular misalignment).
We would like to welcome you to our practice. Central Eye Care, P.C. was founded in 2018 by Shawn Gappy, M.D. with the mission to prevent pediatric blindness, improve vision in the pediatric population, and alleviate the suffering in adults with double vision and strabismus (ocular misalignment). Located conveniently in the center of the metropolitan Detroit area and with affiliations with the Beaumont Health System, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Ascension Health System, and Trinity Health System, our clinic is uniquely positioned to provide excellent eye care in Southeast Michigan.
As a service to our community, we also provide adult comprehensive eye care with a concentration on cataract, diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
Services
Amblyopia
Amblyopia is decreased vision in one or both eyes due to abnormal development of vision in infancy or childhood. In amblyopia, the eye may not appear to have an obvious problem.
Cataract
We all have lenses in our eye that we are naturally born with and help us focus. A cataract is any cloudiness or opacity of the natural lens of the eye that can interfere with vision.
Chalazion
A chalazion occurs when one of the oil glands that line the edge of the eyelid becomes blocked with oil and forms a bump in the eyelid. It is unknown why some patients get chalazia and others do not.
Glasses
In order to see clearly, light that enters the eye needs to be focused to a specific point on the retina. Naturally, our tear film, cornea and lens help focus the light on the retina.
Strabismus
There are many kinds of strabismus. Strabismus is typically described by the direction of the eye misalignment. The most common types are esotropia, exotropia and hypertropia.
Tear Duct Obstruction
When there is tear duct obstruction, tears can accumulate on the surface of the eye and overflow onto the eyelashes, eyelids, and down the cheek. The eyelids can become irritated.
Why Choose Us
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Compassion
We truly care about the well being of our patients and treat them like family.
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Location
We are conveniently located in the center of the metropolitan Detroit area. Come visit us in the friendly city of Hazel Park!
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Honesty
Our recommendations are always made with the patient’s best interests in mind.
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Quality
Our staff is well trained and well intentioned, providing high quality care for all our patients.
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Experience
We are well experienced in the medical and surgical management of pediatric eye disease.
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All Are Welcome
Though we specialize in pediatric eye disease, we also provide comprehensive eye care for adults.
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Meet the Team
We are extremely proud of the achievements of our
staff. We all work together to help our patients, providing the best possible care.
Click on the staff below to learn more about their training and experience.
Shawn Gappy, M.D.
Central Eye Care, P.C.
Dr. Shawn Gappy is an ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric eye disease and adult strabismus (ocular misalignment). A native metro Detroiter, Dr. Gappy graduated valedictorian of his high school class at Orchard Lake St. Mary’s and then spent his next 12 years in Detroit: majoring in biological sciences at Wayne State University, receiving his medical degree (MD) at the Wayne State University School of Medicine, and completing his internship and ophthalmology residency at Henry Ford Hospital.
Kylie Chrustowski, C.O.
Central Eye Care, P.C.
Kylie Chrustowski is a certified orthoptist who works alongside Dr. Gappy to care for patients at Central Eye Care. As physician extenders, orthoptists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of binocular vision problems including strabismus (eye misalignment), amblyopia (“lazy eye”), and diplopia (double vision). She is an active member of the AACO (American Association of Certified Orthoptists) and frequently attends continued education meetings to stay up-to-date on current patient care practices.
