Dr. Omondi Nyong'oMD, FAAO
at Crescendo MD — Portola Valley, CA
About
Dr. Omondi Nyong'o leads the pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus clinic at Crescendo MD. He graduated Cum Laude from Brown University with a degree in Neuroscience. He then earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Nyong'o is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
For 15 years, Dr. Nyong'o served as the inaugural Chair of Ophthalmology at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University's Department of Ophthalmology. He specializes in treating amblyopia, strabismus, and myopia in children. His expertise also covers double vision and pediatric eye surgery. His clinic is open to patients without a membership.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Brown University, Sc.B. in Neuroscience Cum Laude
Medical School
University of California San Francisco
Additional Training
Adjunct Professor, Stanford University Department of Ophthalmology and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Nyong'o right for?
Dr. Nyong'o is the right specialist for children with eye disorders like amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes). Parents concerned about myopia (nearsightedness) will benefit from his expertise in myopia control. He also treats adults who experience double vision or strabismus. Patients and referring doctors trust his gentle manner and clinical skill.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Nyong'o specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus. He treats conditions including amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus, myopia, pediatric eye disorders, and double vision. He also performs pediatric eye surgery.
No, the ophthalmology service at Crescendo MD is available to all patients. You do not need a practice membership to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nyong'o.
Dr. Nyong'o earned his medical degree at the University of California San Francisco. He is an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University in the Department of Ophthalmology. He previously served as Chair of Ophthalmology at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation for 15 years.
Dr. Nyong'o is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (FAAO), which indicates he meets its standards for training and certification.
Since 2006, Dr. Nyong'o has supported thousands of families in Silicon Valley and beyond. He also generated best practices for early detection of sight disorders through large-scale preschool vision screenings.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026