Lauren Mehner, MD, MPH, BA
Ophthalmology
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I believe that vision is an essential component of a happy, healthy life and take pride in helping my patients optimize their health through high quality care for their eyes. I strive to create a fun, safe environment for my young patients in clinic and in surgery to help them feel comfortable and achieve their goal of excellent vision for life.
Clinical Interest for Patients
My clinical interests include pediatric cataract, pediatric eyelid diseases, amblyopia and refractive error, retinopathy of prematurity, strabismus for both children and adults, and public health in ophthalmology.
Title(s)
Clinic Medical Director, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Program Director, Pediatric Ophthalmology & Adult Strabismus Fellowship
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine Bachelor of Arts Master of Public Health
Specialty
Ophthalmology
Scheduling Phone Number
720-478-5000
Gender
Female
Languages
Spanish, English
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital, Denver Health Medical Center, Children's Hospital Colorado
Children's Hospital Colorado North Campus - Broomfield
Phone: 720-478-5000 720-478-5000
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora
13123 East 16th Ave Aurora, CO 80045Phone: 720-777-1234
Provider Information
Specialties
- Ophthalmology (2020)
Conditions
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Eyes and Vision
Lazy Eye , Double Vision , Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus , Comprehensive Ophthalmology , Cataract , Corneal Disease , Amblyopia , Keratoconus , Nearsightedness, Farsightedness, Astigmatism
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Surgery
Eye and/or Orbital
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Child and Teen Health
Interests and Activities
Personal Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy playing soccer, running, and skiing and backpacking in the mountains with my husband, two children, and golden retriever
Volunteer Activities
DAWN clinic faculty volunteer for ophthalmology
Department
Associate Professor, Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), member American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS), member Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), member Colorado Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (CSEPS), member
Research and Grants
Grants
Ponzio Research Accelerator Award (2021)
Research Interests for Patients
pediatric cataract, pediatric strabismus, retinopathy of prematurity, public health in ophthalmology
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MD, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine (2015)
Undergraduate Schools
BA, Washington University in Saint Louis (MO) (2009)
Graduate Schools
MPH, Colorado School of Public Health (2015)
Internships
St Louis University School of Medicine Program (2016)
Residency Program
University of Colorado (University Hospital) Program (2019)
Fellowships
Indiana University School of Medicine Program (2020)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
720-478-5000
Referring Patients Link
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
My clinical interests include all things pediatric ophthalmology: cataract, strabismus, eyelid disease, ROP and amblyopia. I also specialize in adult strabismus.