The IEEI would like to thank our amazing patients for taking the time to write these positive reviews!
Dr. Azar is recognized as an outstanding surgeon who is highly regarded by her peers in ophthalmology. She is known for her expertise in amblyopia and eye movement disorders.

In support of Healthy Vision Month in May, the UIC Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is encouraging everyone to take charge of their eye health!

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May is National Stroke Awareness Month! Did you know that stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability in the United States? Each year, approximately 795,000 people suffer from a stroke. Early intervention can make a big difference in outcomes!

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Register for our annual Glaucoma Symposium to learn about the latest research developments! This year is extra special as we will be honoring Dr. Deepak P. Edward, MD, FACS along with Dr. David S. Hillman, MD and featuring A Joint Roundtable with the Chicago Glaucoma Society.

Highlighting the Rayner Wet Lab on this #throwbackthursday

We want to thank Rayner for sponsoring this Wet Lab and thank our residents for attending and can't wait for the next one!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Mental health can affect more than just your mood—it can impact every aspect of your life, including your physical health. Be mindful of how stress may be affecting you and prioritize self-care and coping strategies.

Congratulations to Dr. Luis Acaba-Berrocal for receiving the Heed Fellowship Award! The Society of Heed Fellows is a charitable and educational foundation that provides funding for postgraduate studies in ophthalmology and ophthalmic sciences. #ophthalmology #heedfellowship

Register for our annual Glaucoma Symposium to learn about the latest research developments! This year is extra special as we will be honoring Dr. Deepak P. Edward, MD, FACS along with Dr. David S. Hillman, MD and featuring A Joint Roundtable with the Chicago Glaucoma Society.

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the UIC Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is celebrating the generations of Asian American and Pacific Islander doctors who have enriched the field of ophthalmology. #aapi #ophthalmology

The Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, is proud to announce our Alumni and Faculty who were selected for The Ophthalmologist Power List 2024. Congratulations to Dr. Gholam A. Peyman, Dr. Lisa Nijm, and Dr. Byron L. Lam for their dedication and accomplishments in the field!

This year's Illinois Eye Ball will be hosted at the gorgeous Four Seasons in Chicago located at 120 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 60611! Scan the QR code or visit the link in bio for tickets, sponsorship, and more!

A very big Thank you to all of our sponsors for supporting our 2024 Alumni Day!

We cordially invite you to the Illinois Eye Ball, hosted at the beautiful Four Seasons in Chicago! Visit the link for tickets, sponsorship, and much more. Join us in Wonderland as we celebrate and support the Department's sight-saving programs!

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Dr. Timothy Murray, MD, welcomes Dr. R.V. Paul Chan, MD, MSC, MBA, FACS, as the new Co-Director for the Aspen Retinal Detachment Society (ARDS) Meeting. Check out their great discussion!

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In just 12 days, at #ARVO2024 NEI will have a big presence!

This will include updates, funding sessions, chances to meet program officers, presentations from our intramural research program, and more. ARVO

Here’s a summary: nei.nih.gov/arvo

Our doctors pride themselves on providing exceptional patient care. Thank you to all our patients who continue to motivate us with their excellent reviews and to Dr. Tran for your incredible work!
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Thank you to everyone who attended our 2024 UIC Alumni Day. And a big thank you to our special guest speakers Dr. Eric B. Suhler, M.D., M.P.H and Dr. Terri L. Young, MD, MBA.

Click below to watch Dr. R.V. Paul Chan, MD, MSc, FACS interview UMiami Ocular Oncologist Basil Williams Jr, MD, at ARDS 2024, in an insightful video discussing the complexities of operating on eyes with tumors!
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