For the past 50 years, we have been a leader in the mission to improve vision-related quality of life for people across the globe.
Your generous support makes it possible to not only continue this work but also to advance research and grow the educational opportunities that prepare our learners – medical students, residents, fellows, doctoral and post-doctoral students – to lead clinical care and vision research today and for years to come.
Together, we can respond to emerging needs by supporting facility improvements, research, professional travel, wellness activities, and everything in between.
Your gift of any size helps us remain learner-focused and mission-driven. Gifts to our department are made through our philanthropic entity, the University of Wisconsin Foundation.
To help advance a current priority need, consider making a gift to the Carl and Mary Ann Berg Education Fund.
Carl and Mary Ann Berg Education Fund
Supports the greatest needs of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences residents, fellows, and medical students including improving the teaching-learning experience and promoting a sense of community and wellness.
Carl and Mary Ann Berg Global Ophthalmology Fund
To advance the School of Medicine and Public Health’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences’ commitment to meaningful engagement in global ophthalmology and vision science endeavors.
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Annual Forward Fund
The purpose of this fund is to provide flexible support for strategic investments in programs, projects, and activities that enhance, expand, and advance the overall mission of the department.
Louise D. Manthey Ophthalmology Patients Fund
Provides financial assistance to patients in need, who require eye care and/or surgery at the University Hospitals.
Madisen, Arra, and James Research Fund
Supports the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences eye research.
Carl and Mary Ann Berg Education Fund
Supports the greatest needs of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences residents, fellows, and medical students including improving the teaching-learning experience and promoting a sense of community and wellness.
Carl and Mary Ann Berg Global Ophthalmology Fund
To advance the School of Medicine and Public Health’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences’ commitment to meaningful engagement in global ophthalmology and vision science endeavors.
Ophthalmology Surgical Skills Training Facility Fund
Supports the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences surgical teaching laboratory, including maintenance of lab equipment and purchase of lab supplies and educational materials. Residents, fellows, and community members benefit from the use of this state-of-the-art facility.
Phacoemulsification Course Excellence Fund
Supports the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences’ Phacoemulsification course and early-career residents learning the basics of ophthalmic cataract surgery.
Fellowship Funds
- Cornea Fellowship Fund
Provides support to the department’s Cornea Fellowship training program. - Glaucoma Fellowship Fund
Provides support to the department’s Glaucoma Fellowship training program. - Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship Fund
Provides support to the department’s Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship Fund. - Retina Fellowship Fund
Provides support to the department’s Retina Fellowship training program. - Vincent Springer Fund
Supports the post-residency fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. This fund is to foster and support students’ research and travel to conferences.
Expanding Our Vision Fund
Supports the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences in exploring new projects in patient care, research and education in the hope of eliminating vision loss.
Koch, Albert E. and Florence Endowed Ophthalmology Research Fund
Supports medical research relating to glaucoma, Parkinson’s disease, and macular degeneration.
Macular Degeneration General Research Fund
Supports general Macular Degeneration Research activities within the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.
Madisen, Arra, and James Research Fund
Supports the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences eye research.
Ivy Dreizin Memorial Fund
Supports outstanding learners who attend a neuro-ophthalmology conference and introduce learners to neuro-ophthalmology topics.
Kushner Lecture Endowed Fund
Honors and recognizes Dr. Burt Kushner’s contributions to pediatric ophthalmology through an annual continuing education lecture in the field of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
Louise D. Manthey Ophthalmology Patients Fund
Provides financial assistance to patients in need, who require eye care and/or surgery at the University Hospitals.
Matthew D. Davis Chair Fund in Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Established by Daniel M and Eleanor Albert in honor of Matthew D. Davis to be used at the discretion of the department chair.
Richard K. Dortzbach Professorship Fund in Ophthalmic Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Created to honor Dr. Dortzbach, a special surgeon, mentor, leader, and friend to provide for research and education in the subspecialty of ophthalmic facial plastic surgery.
Ophthalmology Department Building Fund
Supports construction of a new eye building or reconstruction of existing space for the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.
Continue the Conversation
If you would like to make a donation to the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences that is not included on this list, please contact:
Mary Jo Spalinger
Director of Development
maryjo.spalinger@supportuw.org