Massachusetts Eye and Ear

05/12/2026

Olivia once lived with blindness. Today, she can see because of supporters like you.

Donate to the 2026 Annual Fund to help bring the gifts of sight, sound and healing to more patients and families: http://spklr.io/6189Ezb6T

05/11/2026

“Team Eye and Ear is about so much more than running. It’s about this community and the personal stories each of you brings to it. You are all champions!” says CarolAnn Williams, president of Mass Eye and Ear.

Congratulations to the 53 members of Team Eye and Ear who were part of the 130th running of the Boston Marathon, raising more than $700,000 to support programs and research at Mass Eye and Ear.

There's still time to support their run: http://spklr.io/6188EzOx0

05/07/2026

Congratulations to Jeremy Richmon, MD, director of Head and Neck Robotic Surgery, who has officially completed the 1,000th head and neck robotic case of his career—a significant milestone.

This achievement reflects not only Dr. Richmon’s expertise, but also the dedication and collaboration of the multidisciplinary team at Mass Eye and Ear. Together, they've helped establish one of the highest-volume head and neck robotic programs in the country, advancing care and improving outcomes for patients every day.

04/30/2026

In January 2022, Tasha Nathan was teaching a yoga class when a sore throat caused her speech to slur.

Knowing something wasn't right, she had a series of appointments and prescriptions, which brought no relief, until a family friend urged her to seek care at Mass Eye and Ear.

While there, doctors discovered that her airway was nearly blocked and rushed her into surgery. Head and neck surgeon Wais Rahmati, MD, diagnosed her with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer in adults.

What followed was a long road. On her 30th birthday, Tasha was undergoing chemotherapy. She experienced severe side effects, but for the first time, she felt heard and taken seriously.

Today, Tasha feels more like herself than she has since before her diagnosis, with no evidence of progressive disease.

"Mass Eye and Ear is the place that threw me a life raft," she says.

04/22/2026

Annual eye screenings are critical for diagnosing and treating diabetes-related vision loss. Many people, however, delay care without realizing that damage can happen before symptoms appear.

Learn six common reasons people put off eye exams and what you can do to stay on track with your vision care.

Type 2 DiabetesClosing the Type 2 Diabetes GapShare this articleShare on FacebookShare on XShare on PinterestCopy Link6 Reasons People Skip Diabetes Eye Exams — and How to Stay on TrackiStockByErin CoakleyPublished on March 25, 2026 byElise M. Brett, MDIf you have type 2 diabetes, you may be used ...

04/20/2026

It’s race day for Mass Eye and Ear's Boston Marathon team! This past weekend, the team gathered for a pep rally in anticipation of today’s race. Good luck to all the runners—we’re cheering you on!

04/18/2026

As Team Eye and Ear celebrates their 20th anniversary, runners from past and present share what being part of the Mass Eye and Ear community has meant to them.

04/17/2026

For more than 10 years, Alison Clode has relied on Mass Eye and Ear for care that helps her breathe and stay active.

Now, she’s taking on the Boston Marathon to give back, raising funds to support research that improves quality of life for patients facing breathing conditions.

In our “Why I'm Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what's inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.

04/16/2026

Kathy Charbonnier, RN, is the Chief Nursing Officer at Mass Eye and Ear and a qualified runner who continues to be part of the Team Eye and Ear marathon team.

This year’s Boston Marathon will be Kathy’s 10th marathon in support of the hospital. She's a true inspiration to many, including her fellow teammates.

Good luck on marathon day, Kathy!

04/16/2026

In 2006, an enthusiastic group of runners made up the very first Team Eye and Ear at the Boston Marathon. Twenty years later—and more than $10 million raised—the 2026 team is 53 runners strong and ready to take on Marathon Monday.

Learn how you can support their journey: http://spklr.io/6182EJax4

04/15/2026

Intracranial hypertension (IIH) is a disorder where fluid inside the head is increased and causes a number of complications from severe headaches to vision loss.