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Ophthalmology Research

Harvard Ophthalmology research contributions have resulted in major advancements in medical science and ophthalmic practice. Discoveries made in various fields—including genetics, immunology and ocular biology—have reshaped the foundations of ophthalmology and formed many new paradigms for the repair, regeneration, and rehabilitation of countless disorders.

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Ophthalmology News

2026 Annual Meeting and Alumni Reunion Highlights

June 24, 2026

Eyes On: Kathleen Thai, OD

May 05, 2026

Lloyd Paul Aiello, MD, PhD, Recognized with American Diabetes Association 2026 Outstanding Physician Clinician in Diabetes Award

April 07, 2026

Vivian Paraskevi Douglas, MD, DVM, Selected for AAO Advocacy Program

April 07, 2026

Department Celebrates Lotfi Merabet, OD, PhD, MPH, Promotion to Professor

April 07, 2026

Joslin Diabetes Center Eye Clinic and Clinical Research Space Relocates to BIDMC

April 07, 2026

Eric Pierce, MD, PhD, to Receive Foundation Fighting Blindness 2026 Llura Liggett Gund Award

April 07, 2026

AAPOS 2026 Annual Meeting

April 07, 2026

Eyes On: Alessandro Jammal, MD, PhD

April 06, 2026
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Department of Ophthalmology

AFFILIATES: Massachusetts Eye and Ear | Schepens Eye Research Institute of Mass. Eye and Ear | Massachusetts General Hospital | Boston Children’s Hospital | Beetham Eye Institute at Joslin Diabetes Center | Brigham and Women’s Hospital |Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | Cambridge Health Alliance | VA Boston Healthcare System | VA Maine Healthcare System
PARTNERS: L V Prasad Eye Institute (India) | Shanghai Eye and ENT Hospital, Fudan University (China)

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