For Referring Providers
Straightforward pediatric ophthalmology referrals in West Michigan.
Send a patient our way. Direct fax, phone, and a simple referral form below. We do closed-loop communication back to your office — a note after every visit, a phone call when something needs discussion.
Fax
(616) 796-9998
Confirm this is our referral fax at your first send.
Why refer to us
- Board-certified pediatric ophthalmologist (Dr. Vredevoogd) with fellowship training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus. Over 20 years in West Michigan.
- Hospital privileges at Zeeland Community Hospital, Spectrum Health, and Holland Hospital. Surgical cases done locally.
- Pediatric optometry support from Dr. Kelly Borgman for glasses, follow-up, and routine pediatric care.
- In-house optical shop — kids leave with frames selected and fitted the same day.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) support for patient families.
What to expect after you refer
- Turnaround: new patients typically scheduled within 2–4 weeks. Urgent cases seen within a few days; same-day for emergencies during office hours.
- Closed-loop communication: a summary note goes to your office after every visit. We'll call directly for anything time-sensitive.
- Patient flow: most conditions we manage to completion. When a patient belongs at an academic tertiary center, we coordinate the handoff rather than bouncing them around.
Clinical quick-references
When to refer
The short version: any persistent misalignment after 4 months of age, a positive vision screen that the family can't rule out, a red eye that isn't resolving with standard care, a new-onset pupillary or alignment abnormality, or anything you just want a second set of eyes on. If it's not urgent, the online form or fax is fine. If it is, call.
Refer now
- Leukocoria (white pupil) at any age — rule out retinoblastoma
- New-onset strabismus, especially with headache, head tilt, or recent trauma
- Possible orbital cellulitis
- Eye pain with light sensitivity that isn't resolving
- Suspected child eye trauma — same-day
Refer routine
- Positive vision screen — especially after age 3
- Persistent tear-duct obstruction past 12 months
- Eye turning that's been there more than a few months
- Children with syndromes (Down, Marfan, etc.) who need baseline ophthalmology
- Juvenile arthritis patients — for regular screening uveitis exams
Printable single-page clinical reference sheets are in the works — reach out if you'd like a draft for your office.
Online referral form
Send a referral
For simple referrals and new-patient requests. Please do not include protected health information — use the fax number above for anything PHI-sensitive.