UofL Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

10/22/2025

Dear Friends of the UofL Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences,

Our Raise Some L campaign is back!

Until midnight tonight Cardinals everywhere will come together again to celebrate who we are and Raise Some L.

This year’s donations will go into our Resident Education Fund.

If we again receive more than 20 donations, I will donate $2025 myself.

Any amount will count!!
This is a Cardinal call to action to all students, alumni, faculty, staff, and fans to do two
simple things:

Make a gift
Spread the word -

give online at:

https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/62972/donations/new?designation_id=G2299&

02/28/2025

We love our Residents & Fellows! Thank you for all your hard work!

01/28/2025

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month - don’t let Glaucoma steel your sight!

Christine had a family history of glaucoma. EyeCare America helped her get the care she needed: https://ow.ly/m08150UI95o



https://www.aao.org/eye-health/patient-stories-detail/christine-narrow-angle-glaucoma

Christine Chapman knew she was at risk of developing glaucoma. Her mother lost much of her vision to the eye disease. Through the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeCare America program, Dr. Julia

10/14/2024

Dear Friends of the UofL Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences,

Our Raise Some L campaign is back!

Beginning at 6:02 pm on October 15, for 1,798 minutes, until midnight October 16 Cardinals everywhere will come together again to celebrate who we are and Raise Some L.

This year’s donations will go into our Resident and Fellow Research Fund.

If we again receive more than 20 donations, I will donate $2024 myself.

Any amount will count!!

This is a Cardinal call to action to all students, alumni, faculty, staff, and fans to do two simple things:

1. Make a gift
2. Spread the word -

You can give online at:

https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/46078/donations/new?designation=residenteducationfundschoolofmedicine&

The link will go live on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:02 p.m.

09/09/2024

In case you haven’t heard - we’re hosting the 46th Annual Midwest Glaucoma Society meeting - take advantage of the early bird special and save $100, offer ends September 30, 2024. Use the link to register now https://louisvilleeyedocs.com/education/midwest-glaucoma-society-46th-annual-meeting/

08/29/2024

Thinking about trying those eye color-changing drops trending on social media? Ophthalmologists want you to think again: https://ow.ly/qMP150T87yJ

08/24/2024

What is a "safe" amount of screen time for kids? Read this: https://ow.ly/9AYJ50SW5VZ

The American Academy of Ophthalmology does not have specific recommendations for amount of screen time for children. But parents should be aware of the possible effects of screen use on children’s eye

08/12/2024

Think you have the facts on children’s eye health? There are a lot of myths out there. Don't turn to Dr. Google for answers. Here are 7 common myths debunked by ophthalmologists: https://www.aao.org/newsroom/news-releases/detail/seven-myths-about-childrens-eyes.

06/11/2024

Help us celebrate our Graduating Residents and wish them well as they move on to their new endeavors! University of Louisville School of Medicine

05/14/2024

The 2024 PGA Championship tees off today at Valhalla Golf Club, and the UofL Health team is ready to serve!

As the Official Medical Services Provider for the event, UofL Health will be providing on-site medical services for spectators, players, caddies, volunteers, vendors and staff. 🔗 ULHealth.co/3UUxItw

10/18/2023

Save the Date and help us Raise Some L! October 24 & 25

10/04/2023