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Stay up to date on the latest breakthroughs in our field, cutting-edge research, and patient success stories. Learn how we realized our dream in the latest Vision magazine.

Year-End Giving to Transform Vision Care for Families

As we approach the end of the year, we wanted to express our deepest gratitude for your incredible support of All May See. Thanks to your generosity, 2024 has been a year of tremendous progress, and we’re excited to continue making a lasting impact together.

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Make a Difference This Giving Tuesday and Beyond

Giving Tuesday on December 3 is the perfect time to amplify your impact. This global day of generosity celebrates the power of collective giving. By contributing on Giving Tuesday, you can help us continue the fight against blindness and vision impairment.

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UC San Francisco at the AAO 2024 Annual Meeting

UCSF Ophthalmology and Proctor Foundation Faculty are attending the American Academy of Ophthalmology “AAO 2024” annual meeting at “McCormick Place” in Chicago, from Friday, October 18, 2024 to Monday, October 21, 2024. Faculty presentations and contributions for the event are listed below.

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2024 Alcatraz Swim for Sight a Splashing Success!

THANK YOU to those who participated and supported us on Sunday, October 6 for the Alcatraz Swim for Sight at Aquatic Park. There were 47 swimmers who braved the cold waters to swim from Alcatraz back to Aquatic Park.

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A 3rd Lap for Landon Raises Awareness for Gould Syndrome

A St. Louis family organized a third fundraising walk on Sunday, October 27, in honor of their son, Landon who was diagnosed with Gould Syndrome and is turning 3. It was such a great and beautiful fall day!  There were over 200 people who took a lap with Landon!

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In Memoriam: Dr. Alexander R. Irvine

We mourn the loss and celebrate the life of Dr. Alexander R. Irvine, who passed away on September 14, 2024, at age 86 in Santa Rosa, California. His remarkable career at UCSF left a lasting impact on the field of ophthalmology, his patients, and countless students and colleagues.

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In Memoriam: Shiu Y. Kwok, MD, PhD, JD

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Shiu Y. Kwok, a beloved ophthalmologist, academic scholar publishing over 50 papers, and mentor who dedicated over four decades to the care and well-being of his patients in San Francisco.

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JOIN US this weekend! Alcatraz Swim for Sight – Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024

JOIN US Sunday, October 6 for the Alcatraz Swim for Sight at the Aquatic Park - 700-898 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109. This year's event is co-chaired by Ari and Noah Hirson.  The Edward Charles Foundation will administer the event. Proceeds will go to the All May See Foundation to support UCSF Ophthalmology faculty research.

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Enhancing Patient Care and Clinic Operations through TeamSTEPPS: A Collaborative Effort Led by Dr. David Hwang

In an ongoing effort to elevate patient care and optimize clinic operations, Dr. David Hwang, along with the UCSF Department of Ophthalmology, recently spearheaded two multi-disciplinary sessions focused on improving the patient experience and clinical efficiency.

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Peer Review in Ophthalmology: Training the Next Generation of Vision Scientists

Dr. Matilda Chan, MD, PhD, representing the Council of Vision Editors, was recently featured in a publication in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (IOVS), highlighting an innovative program she has been leading: Peer Review in Ophthalmology: A Collaborative Approach to Training the Next Generation of Reviewers.

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Reflecting on the Stephen D. McLeod, MD Leadership Lecture with UC President Michael V. Drake, MD

The UCSF Department of Ophthalmology recently hosted the Stephen D. McLeod, MD Leadership Lecture, featuring University of California President and ophthalmologist, Michael V. Drake, MD. This distinguished event, held on June 6th at the William G. and Ruth R. Hoffman Auditorium, provided a unique opportunity to delve into the topic of leadership in academic medicine and beyond.

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Invitation to Impact UCSF Vision Science with a Transformative Gift

Today, we invite you to join us in an ambitious endeavor—the creation of the UCSF Center for Vision Research. We have launched a campaign to raise a total of $10 million to recruit and equip five world-class scientists in fields such as artificial intelligence/data science, regenerative medicine, and genetics.

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