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The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is proud to announce the 2019 graduating class of our senior residents and fellows. RESIDENT GRADUATES Stephanie K. Lynch, MD Ophthalmology Residency, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA MD, University of California, San Francisco, CA BS, Biology,...
Researchers from the University of Iowa and VA Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Visual Loss are developing a new method of visual field testing that uses a virtual-reality (VR) headset to detect blinding eye diseases such as glaucoma. Dr. Michael Wall , professor of neurology and...
Ophthalmologists from across Iowa, the U.S., and beyond traveled to Iowa City to attend the 2019 Iowa Eye Annual Meeting and Alumni Reunion. The meeting featured several keynote lectures and stimulating talks by distinguished guests, alumni, and faculty speakers. Interesting case discussion in...
The American Academy of Ophthalmology has selected their Leadership Development Program (LDP) Class of 2020. This year’s class of emerging ophthalmology leaders includes Dr. Mark Greiner , associate professor of ophthalmology at the University of Iowa. Greiner, who joined the UI faculty in 2012, is...
The University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine honored several graduates for their professional achievements and service and for their influence in the world of science and medicine. Among those recognized was a distinguished alumna from the Department of Ophthalmology and...
A report from Mid-Year Forum 2019 in Washington, DC Written by Alexis Warren MD and Caroline Wilson MD Pictured: Caroline Wilson MD and Alexis Warren MD, PGY-2s University of Iowa Every year, the Iowa Academy of Ophthalmology and University of Iowa sponsor at least one ophthalmology resident from...
Faculty, staff, and friends of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences gathered to celebrate the appointment of three new endowed professorships at an Investiture Ceremony held in March. Generous gifts from Jim and Donnita Gross and Robert and Joell Brightfelt allowed the department to...