Melissa L. Rice OD, FAAO

Dr. Azada Ibrahimova is a board-certified physician specializing in hematology and oncology at the Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute located at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. With a focus on leukemia and hematopoietic stem cell transplant, she is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for her patients. Dr. Ibrahimova completed her medical education at Ege University School of Medicine in Turkey and her residency at Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia. She is fluent in Azerbaijani, Russian, and Turkish, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population. Generated from the website

Neha R. Santucci, MBBS, MD, is the director of the Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction Program at Cincinnati Children's. She specializes in neurogastroenterology and motility disorders, including irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia. Dr. Santucci is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with chronic gastrointestinal conditions.

Dema M. Atoum, MD, is a pediatric ophthalmologist at Cincinnati Children's, specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. She focuses on treating eye conditions such as strabismus, amblyopia, and cataracts in children. Dr. Atoum is dedicated to providing comprehensive eye care and improving visual outcomes for her young patients. She is passionate about using advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques to ensure the best possible care. Dr. Atoum values the importance of family involvement in the treatment process and strives to create a supportive and understanding environment for both patients and their families.