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Kerschensteiner Installed as Bernard Becker Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
On Thursday, January 23, 2025, esteemed colleagues, students, and distinguished guests gathered to honor Dr. Daniel Kerschensteiner, MD, as he was installed as the Bernard Becker Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. This prestigious professorship recognized Dr. Kerschensteiner’s exceptional contributions to vision science and his dedication to advancing our understanding and treatment of visual disorders. […]
LASIK vs. PRK: Choosing the Best Path to Clear Vision
When considering laser eye surgery, it’s natural to have questions—maybe even concerns—about which procedure is right for you. LASIK (Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis) and PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) are both highly effective in correcting vision, reducing dependence on glasses or contact lenses, and helping people regain the freedom of clear sight. But while LASIK is well-known […]
Honoring Women in Ophthalmology: Celebrating Women Physicians Day
At WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science, we take immense pride in honoring the legacy and ongoing contributions of women physicians, both within our institution and across the globe. National Women Physicians Day, celebrated annually on February 3rd, provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women […]
New Comprehensive Review on Neovascular Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Retinopathy by Joseph Lin
ST. LOUIS, MO – January 23, 2025 —WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is pleased to announce the publication of a new comprehensive review titled “The Landscape of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Inhibition in Retinal Diseases” by Joseph Lin, a dedicated medical student in the Apte Laboratory. The review, published […]
Dr. Carla Siegfried to Speak at Bascom Palmer’s “Next Reality Glaucoma 2025” Symposium
ST. LOUIS, MO – January 23, 2025 — WashU Medicine was proud to announce that Carla Siegfried, MD, the Jacquelyn E. and Allan E. Kolker, MD, Distinguished Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, was a key speaker and moderator at the prestigious “Next Reality Glaucoma 2025” Symposium. Hosted by the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, […]
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