
02/08/2025
✨ A Moment to Remember ✨
During the 2nd Ocular Oncology Happy Hour Symposium , in Athens last month, we paused to honor two giants in our field — Prof. Jerry Shields and Prof. Leonidas Zografos — who both passed away just weeks apart.
In a deeply moving session, we celebrated their extraordinary contributions to ocular oncology, their mentorship, and the profound impact they’ve had on countless lives around the world.
They were not only pioneers — they were mentors, role models, and sources of inspiration for generations of ocular oncologists.
We carry their legacy forward with love, respect, and a commitment to continue their mission.
It was also my great honor to announce that, starting this year, our keynote lecture in the yearly meetings, will forever carry the name of my mentor who guided me with so much generosity and vision:
💙 The Jerry A. Shields Keynote Lecture
I miss him, but I also feel more committed than ever to carry forward the values he stood for — excellence, integrity, and kindness.
Carol Shields