Vision Share

11/17/2025

Today, we’re introducing our new blog series exploring innovation in corneal transplantation. To get started, we spoke with Prof. Suphi Taneri, MD, one of Germany’s leading ophthalmologists, about the advances reshaping the field.

From evolving surgical techniques to sterile, ready-to-use tissue solutions, Prof. Taneri discusses where corneal transplantation is headed—and how these innovations may transform global eye care.

Read the blog post here - https://visionshare.org/the-future-of-corneal-transplantation-1/

10/30/2025

Congratulations to Chris Hanna, Executive Director of Utah Eye Bank, on receiving the EBAA Heise Award. This honor highlights his leadership and lasting impact on the field of eye banking. We’re grateful for the expertise and collaboration Chris brings to our Vision Share network.

During last week's Cornea and Eye Banking Forum, we announced Chris Hanna as the 2026 Leonard Heise Award honoree.

The Heise Award is eye banking's highest honor, presented to non-medical eye bankers in recognition of their outstanding devotion to EBAA's development and for exemplifying the precepts of Leonard Heise, a major contributor to the fight against blindness and one of EBAA's founders.

Chris will be recognized during the 2026 EBAA Annual Meeting in Indianapolis in June.

Join us in congratulating him on his well-deserved achievement!

10/14/2025

Vision Share will be exhibiting at American Academy of Ophthalmology this week. Visit us at Booth # 1710 to learn more about how Vision Share's network of eye banks is supporting global sight restoration.

10/06/2025

We’re excited to share the latest edition of our quarterly newsletter, featuring key updates, industry news, and updates from two of our member eye banks (The Eye Bank of Kentucky and VisionFirst - Indiana Lions Eye Bank).

📰 Read the web version of the newsletter here: https://visionshare.org/the-insider-volume-1-edition-3/
📰 Download the pdf version of the newsletter here:https://visionshare.org/wp-content/uploads/Q32025-VisionShare-TheINSIDER.pdf

09/12/2025

Vision Share is excited to be here at The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).

If you’re attending, visit us at Booth # C4 002 to meet the team and to discover how our network of eye banks and innovative tissue solutions like KeraNatural® and halo® are helping restore vision worldwide. We look forward to connecting!

09/03/2025

We’re heading to The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) next week!
Visit us at Booth C4 002 to learn how Vision Share can support your corneal transplant program.
We are excited to now also offer the innovative sterile corneal tissue solutions KeraNatural® and halo®. As the exclusive distributor in select countries, we’re committed to expanding access and supporting surgeons with these advanced treatments. We look forward to connecting — see you there!

08/19/2025

At Vision Share, we deliver corneal tissue worldwide and connect our network of eye banks to surgeons and researchers across the globe. For more information, contact us at visionshare.org

07/31/2025

Whether you're preparing for a transplant or conducting groundbreaking research, Vision Share is your trusted partner in global sight restoration. Learn more at visionshare.org.

07/22/2025

We’re excited to share the latest edition of our quarterly newsletter, featuring key updates, milestones, and highlights from two of our member eye banks (Saving Sight and Utah Eye Bank).

📰 Read the web version of the newsletter here: https://visionshare.org/the-insider-volume-1-edition-2/

📰 Download the pdf version of the newsletter here:https://visionshare.org/wp-content/uploads/Visionshare-TheINSIDER-Q2-2025.pdf

07/14/2025

Today, we are honored to spotlight VisionFirst - Indiana Lions Eye Bank, one of our eye bank members. VisionFirst serves communities across Indiana and around the world with a deep commitment to restoring sight and honoring the gift of donation.

For over 50 years, VisionFirst has been a trusted partner in eye banking, known for its compassionate donor family outreach, exceptional surgical support, and unwavering dedication to the ethical recovery and allocation of ocular tissue.

Their work doesn’t just restore vision – it transforms lives. By prioritizing both donor families and transplant recipients, VisionFirst plays a critical role in helping surgeons deliver life-changing care and ensuring that every donation is honored with dignity and purpose.

Tim Fischer, President/CEO of VisionFirst currently serves as the Treasurer on the Vision Share Board and has been involved in the field for over 30 years. His focus on the mission of eliminating corneal blindness has driven VisionFirst forward as a leader in supporting new innovations and procedures.

Tim has dedicated himself to serving the eye banking community through his tenure on multiple EBAA committees including the accreditation board and the board of directors. Vision Share has also benefited from Tim's leadership by his serving as Chairman and interim President/CEO in the past.

Thank you for your many contributions to Vision Share, Tim. We are so glad to have you and VisionFirst as part of our network of member eye banks.

Learn more about VisionFirst here - https://visionshare.org/member-list-info/vision-first-eye-bank/

07/08/2025

He was diagnosed with keratoconus — a condition that threatened to take away his sight. But what followed was a journey no one could have predicted.

This is a powerful true story about resilience and access to care. From heartbreak to hope, this young man’s journey will move and inspire you.

➡️ Discover how one gift sparked a transformation
➡️ Learn about the global mission behind Vision Share
➡️ See what’s possible when compassion meets opportunity

Want to help more people like Emmanuel? Link to give is in the comments.

06/23/2025

Philip Fasone, Executive Director at Vision Share, and Collin Ross, VP of Global Development at Eversight, were honored to be invited to meet with Dr. Belmekki, Medical Director of the new Cheikh Zayed Foundation Eye Bank (CZFEB) in Rabat, Morocco. Vision Share and Eversight have partnered to provide a comprehensive eye bank development program to help them meet their local cornea and transplant needs. Read more here - https://visionshare.org/corneal-care-in-morocco/