Dr. Dave Lee is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric eye care and adult strabismus at The Children’s Eye Center in Colorado Springs. With advanced fellowship training and a gentle, compassionate approach, Dave Lee is dedicated to providing exceptional vision care to children and adults with eye alignment issues.

Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Dr. Lee graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University and was elected to the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society for academic excellence. He went on to earn his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Saint Louis University Eye Institute, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year.

Dr. Dave Lee continued his education with a prestigious fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at the University of Michigan’s Kellogg Eye Center—one of the nation’s top eye institutes. His advanced training allows him to expertly diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric eye conditions and adult eye muscle disorders with precision and care.

As a trusted specialist in pediatric ophthalmology, Dr. Dave Lee is committed to helping children achieve their best possible vision through early diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgical intervention when needed. He is a member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the El Paso County Medical Society.

Families throughout Colorado Springs and the surrounding communities trust Dr. Lee for his expertise, kindness, and ability to connect with children and their parents. Whether your child needs glasses, has crossed eyes, or requires surgery, Dave Lee provides the highest standard of care in a supportive, child-friendly environment.

Specialties:

• Pediatric eye exams and vision screenings
• Diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia (“lazy eye”)
• Strabismus evaluation and surgery (crossed or misaligned eyes)
• Pediatric cataract evaluation and management
• Eye care for children with developmental or neurological conditions
• Adult strabismus diagnosis and corrective surgery
• Refractive error management (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism)