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Aug 23
Andrew J. Viterbi, a renowned pioneer in the communications world, is creating a lasting legacy in health care through a philanthropic gift of $50 million to UCSD.
The shuttle car drops me off in front of the Shiley Eye Institute, part of UCSD Healthcare. I’m getting a clouded, natural lens removed and a clear, acrylic one put in. Even though cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures in the aging population and I have Dr. Robert N. Weinreb—the best possible surgeon—doing the operation, I am anxious.
Professor of Ophthalmology and Pathology, and Chief of Ophthalmic Molecular Genetics Laboratory (CLIA certified) at the Shiley Eye Institute and Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology at UC San Diego.
Professor of Ophthalmology and Plastic Surgery in the Division of Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Shiley Eye Institute (SEI) and the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology.
Meet Jill Herndon and learn about her planned estate giving.
Apr 4
High and low levels of high-density lipoprotein were found to be significantly associated with the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration, reports a team of researchers from the University of California San Diego.
The research began in 2021 to study the PRPH2 gene linked to early macular degeneration and loss of central vision. This stem cell research aims to develop an early diagnosis and cure. The Nixon Visions Foundation is also partnering with the Foundation Fighting Blindness to build momentum and increase national and global research in this area.
Jan 25
In November 2022, Hanna and Mark Gleiberman made a transformational gift to the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology and the Shiley Eye Institute (SEI) at UC San Diego in support of restoring vision loss from glaucoma.
Dec 4
SEI celebrates our dear friend Darlene Shiley as the 2023 UC San Diego Lifetime Legacy Award recipient. Darlene and Donald Shiley's transformational gift established SEI at UC San Diego.
Shiley Eye Institute
UC San Diego Health and a mother’s love lead to the simple joy of restful sleep for 7-year-old
Feb 24
Advanced Oculofacial Surgery: Techniques and Trends is a specialized course designed for oculofacial surgeons at any level, interested in mastering the intricacies of oculofacial surgical procedures.
UC San Diego Center for the Future of Surgery - Medical Education and Telemedicine Building 9500
