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Our focus, here at the University of Wisconsin Madison Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, is you. Our commitment to stop the progression of blinding diseases drives each and every one of us. Our vision is to save your vision through strong educational programs, leading research discoveries and passionate patient care.
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A Message From the Chair
this year is about transformation, join us.
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 revamped website and learn about our initiatives – new and sustained – that fuel our mission to save sight locally and globally.
News
Don’t Look Now! 2017 Solar Eclipse Eye Safety
Aug 04 2017 // As the solar eclipse quickly approaches on Monday, August 21, 2017, our ophthalmologists want to ensure that everyone views this exciting event safely. Whether you are viewing it in Madison, Wisconsin or along the path of… Read More
Nader Sheibani Receives Stein Innovation Award
Jul 25 2017 // ABOUT THE Award Nader Sheibani, PhD, of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine & Public Health, has been granted a Research to Prevent Blindness (RPB) Stein Innovation Award. Up to $300,000 will be provided… Read More
July is National Dry Eye Awareness Month
Jul 06 2017 // While dry eye affects millions of people in the US, it is frequently underdiagnosed. Many dry eye sufferers do not recognize their symptoms are due to dry eye, but early treatment can improve quality of… Read More
Al Greco: Remembering Our Dear Friend
Jun 15 2017 // The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences lost a true friend and loyal supporter on June 12. Alfonso “Al” Greco, age 52, of Marshall, Wisconsin, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Al… Read More
Eye Health: The Importance of Annual Eye Exams
May 21 2017 // It’s easy to forget to have an eye exam. After all, if you can see, there’s nothing that can be wrong, right? Not quite. “There are many eye problems that are not noticeable to the… Read More
Sporting Great Eye Safety this Spring
Apr 14 2017 // The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) recognizes April as National Sports Eye Safety month to draw attention to the numerous injuries that occur each year due to lack of, or insufficient use of, proper eye… Read More
Upcoming Events
Fri
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Grand Rounds: Jennifer Larson, MD; Susan Drake, MD; and Bryce Aul
August 18 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Fri
25
Grand Rounds: Neuro-ophthalmology Rotation with Drs. Kay and Chen
August 25 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Sep
01
Sep
08
Visiting Professor Antonio Say, MD, Cardinal Santos Med. Ctr, Philippines
September 8 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Sep
08
Grand Rounds: Antonio Say, MD, Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Philippines
September 8 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am