At the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, our focus is saving sight on a global scale. Our commitment to stopping the progression of blinding diseases starts with the empowerment and care of individuals. Our mission is to save vision through strong educational programs, leading research discoveries, and compassionate patient care.
Your Vision, Our Mission: Global Leaders in Saving Sight
Cutting Edge Research
Our laboratories are at the forefront of innovation, pushing boundaries and unlocking new frontiers at one of the most renowned research institutions in the world.
People First Culture
We prioritize the well-being and growth of every individual, in support of an inclusive environment where talents are nurtured, ideas flourish, and collaboration thrives. Together, we can make a profound impact on global vision health.
World Class Education
With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to fostering a collaborative learning environment, we stand at the forefront of ophthalmic education, training and empowering the next generation of eye care leaders.
IT STARTS WITH OUR DEEP-SEATED DESIRE
TO FIGHT BLINDNESS WHEREVER IT EXISTS.
It builds daily with the power of a team that recites the mantra, “Why not?” It ends with our unwavering commitment to you and yours. As an exemplary leader in vision care, research, and scholarship – the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is the place for transformative impact. We encourage you to explore our new website and learn about our initiatives – new and sustained – that fuel our mission to save sight locally and globally.
—A Message from the Chair, Terri Young, MD, MBA
Upcoming Events
- November 2024
- November 21Ophthalmology Research Colloquium Rajesh Rao, MD, University of Michigan, "Stem Cells in the Lab and the Operating Room: A First-in-Human AMD Trial"1:00 PM, 5571 Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR)
Also offered online - November 22Ophthalmology Grand Rounds - In-PersonAmitha Domalpally, MD, PhD, "Artificial Intelligence Based Screening for Clinical Trials;" Rajesh Rao, MD, University of Michigan, "Ocular Liquid Biopsies for Vitreoretinal Lymphoma and Diabetic Retinopathy: Next Gen Diagnostics and Insights"7:00 AM, 1335 Health Sciences Learning Center
Also offered online
- March 2025
- March 21
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