The University of Wisconsin Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences had a strong presence at the annual Global Ophthalmology Summit, hosted by the University of Illinois–Chicago and held in Chicago, IL, August 15–17.
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The Legacy of a Visionary: Dr. Andrew Thliveris’ Lifelong Commitment to DOVS
After 28 years of dedicated service to the University of Wisconsin’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS), Andrew T. Thliveris, PhD, MD retired in 2023 to his peaceful 30-acre orchard in Colorado. But his heart never left DOVS. His commitment to nurturing future ophthalmologists remains unwavering — both through mentorship and generous philanthropy.
Eye Experts Focus on Healthy Vision as the School Year Approaches
As families prepare for the back-to-school season, UW Health Kids reminds parents to prioritize vision care for kids. The goal of Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, observed each August, is to emphasize the critical …
From Cold Sores to Glaucoma: Exploring a Potential Connection Between Two Leading Causes of Blindness
Vision researchers Colleen McDowell, PhD and Donna Neumann, PhD are digging into a critical question of whether glaucoma and ocular herpes are simultaneously promoting ocular damage. With a $427,000 two-year exploratory grant from the National Institutes of Health, they’re working to find the answer.
Welcome to our Newest Optometrists
We are pleased to welcome two new optometrists to our team. Eryka Uehling, OD and Julia Dellaria-Terrill, OD will both join us in clinic on August 11.
de Venecia Fund Supports International Fellowship and Cultural Exchange
Sponsored by the Guillermo and Marta de Venecia Fund, Daniel Mendoza, MD, a vitreoretinal fellow from Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) in Manila, Philippines, joined the University of Wisconsin retina team for a one-week clinical rotation in June.
Preparing Tomorrow’s Ophthalmic Surgeons: The Andrew T. Thliveris, PhD, MD Surgical Skills Training Facility
For any ophthalmology trainee in the University of Wisconsin Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (DOVS), the hands-on experience gained at the Andrew T. Thliveris, PhD, MD Surgical Skills Training Facility (SSTF) is a cornerstone of their education. The facility honors Professor Emeritus Andrew T. Thliveris, who retired from the UW in 2023.
Global Impact Through Ophthalmology: DOVS Alumni and Resident Serve in the Philippines
Thanks to the generous support of the Guillermo and Marta de Venecia Fund, DOVS alum Christine Larsen, MD (Glaucoma Fellow ’13) and PGY3 resident Rushi Mankad, MD recently completed a one-week global ophthalmology rotation in the Philippines, from May 16–25, 2025.
Bringing Life Into Focus: Vision Rehabilitation Helps Patients Thrive
Imagine navigating your daily routine — cooking breakfast, reading a favorite book, or crossing a busy street — through a foggy lens. For millions of Americans living with low vision, this is a reality. Low vision is a significant loss of sight that can’t be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. And for those affected, even the simplest tasks can feel overwhelming and isolating.
But it doesn’t have to be that way, thanks to Vision Rehabilitation Services.