Wagner Kapoor Institute

07/09/2025

🥤 Did you know diet soda may be linked to diabetic eye disease?

Research suggests that regular consumption of artificially sweetened beverages could increase the risk of diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of vision loss in people with diabetes.

👁️ If you’re living with diabetes or prediabetes, it’s worth learning how your daily habits might affect your eye health.

Read more on our blog:
🔗 https://www.wagnerkapoor.com/blog/diet-soda-linked-to-increased-risk-for-diabetic-retinopathy

06/30/2025

🎉 At Wagner Kapoor Institute, work isn’t just work; it’s a place where we celebrate each other and have fun along the way!

We raffled off over 100 Mystery Bags filled with everything from gift cards and beach essentials to clothes and other surprises. 🌟

Our team makes every day special, and we love bringing a little extra joy to everyone here.

You never know what we’ll come up with next—just one of the many reasons it’s great to be part of the WKI family! 😉

06/17/2025

05/26/2025

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the true cost of freedom, and we are forever grateful.

From all of us at Wagner Kapoor Institute, we extend our deepest gratitude to the heroes we’ve lost and to the families who carry on their legacy.

We remember. We honor. We thank you.

05/12/2025

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05/02/2025

That’s a wrap on Employee Appreciation Week at Wagner Kapoor Institute! 🎉

We ended the week with some exciting raffle prizes and surprised our amazing team with a well-deserved half-day off to kickstart the weekend!

We’re so grateful for the dedication, care, and hard work our staff brings every day. Thank you for making WKI such a special place to be. 💙

04/29/2025

🌟 It's Employee Appreciation Week at WKI! 🌟
Let’s taco ‘bout how amazing our team is! 🌮🧦

Today, we celebrated with a Taco Tuesday lunch and handed out some fun taco socks to show our appreciation. Our staff enjoyed great food, good company, and a little extra festive flair for their feet! Check out the pics of everyone getting into the taco spirit!

We’re so grateful for the passion, kindness, and dedication this team brings to our patients and to each other. More fun to come this week — stay tuned!

04/25/2025

Introducing ® – A New Option for Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Wagner Kapoor Institute is the first in our region to offer Valeda®, a light-based, non-invasive treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

If you or a family member has dry AMD, there is now a new FDA-approved option available. Valeda® is designed to slow disease progression, preserve vision, and help protect your eyesight—especially in the earlier stages of the condition.
Our specialists are here to help you understand your options and determine if Valeda® is right for you.

Learn more today – your vision is worth it.
757-481-4000
https://www.wagnerkapoor.com/services/valeda

12/24/2024

This quarter, our Wagner Kapoor Institute technicians worked together on a special project: building stuffed teddy bears to bring a little extra joy to children supported by ForKids. After completing the bears, the team personally delivered them to brighten the holidays for local families.

Giving back is an important part of what we do, and we’re proud of our technicians for their teamwork and dedication to the community.

10/09/2024

We’re excited to introduce the newest addition to the Wagner Kapoor Institute team, Ashley Ford!

Ashley has joined us as our new Practice Liaison. In this role, she will focus on building and strengthening relationships with our referring partners, as well as educating practices about the world-class care and services offered by our institute.

She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Communications from the University of Colorado. Recently relocating from Aurora, Colorado, with her family, we're thrilled to have her on board!

Please join us in giving Ashley a warm welcome to the team!

08/28/2024

We are proud to announce that Wagner Kapoor Institute has been named a Hampton Roads "Top Workplace" for the third time! This incredible honor is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our amazing team.

We’re pleased to share that Governor Glenn Youngkin has recognized our commitment to excellence, leadership, and community. His kind words remind us why we strive to make Wagner Kapoor Institute a great place to work and serve our community every day.

Thank you to everyone who makes this possible. Here's to continuing our mission to Save Sight and Enhance Lives™!

05/20/2024

Happy Clinical Trials Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of our team at Wagner Kapoor Research Institute. Your unwavering commitment to advancing medical research and improving patient care is truly inspiring.

Clinical trials are the backbone of medical progress, and it is through your efforts that we are able to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries and innovative treatments. Your passion, expertise, and perseverance ensure that we continue to make strides in the fight against diseases and enhance the quality of life for patients around the world.

At Wagner Kapoor Research Institute, we are proud to lead the way in innovative clinical trials that address some of the most pressing health challenges of our time. Our team’s dedication makes a real difference, advancing scientific knowledge and offering hope to countless patients.

Thank you for all that you do. Your dedication makes a difference every day, and we are proud to have such an exceptional team driving our mission forward. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare.