UAB - School of Medicine - Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Researcher shows linkage between ganglion cell density and non-uniform spatial integration in human vision

Vision scientists publish findings of how retinal neurons govern the perceptual process of human spatial integration.

Owsley receives Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision Research

The award recognizes an individual for his or her role in furthering low-vision research and rehabilitation.

Researchers discover new biomarker for age-related macular degeneration

This finding was the first genotype-functional phenotype association found in AMD research.

Vision conference fosters research collaboration

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences recently hosted the second annual Southeastern Vision Research Conference (SEVRC) to celebrate and share excellence in vision science.

Three UAB researchers aim to understand the mechanobiology of the optic nerve head in glaucoma through R01 grant

Three researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham are working to transform the treatment landscape for patients living with glaucoma.

Curcio presents on Capitol Hill

Christine A. Curcio, Ph.D., the White-McKee Endowed Professor in Ophthalmology, spoke at a Congressional Briefing entitled Understanding the "Dry" Form of AMD to Develop Effective Treatments on September 27, 2018.

UAB researchers receive R01 grant to explore the biomechanical behavior of the lamina cribrosa

Christopher A. Girkin, M.D., MSPH, EyeSight Foundation of Alabama Chair, and Massimo A. Fazio, Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences have received a 4-year, $1,846,550 grant from the National Eye[…]

Camaraderie Amongst Peers: Birmingham’s Women of Ophthalmology (WOOs)

In 2013, several local female ophthalmologists, including UAB faculty members, decided to get together for dinner. They didn’t know it then, but this was the beginning of a local group known as the WOOs (Women of Ophthalmology).

Grover named CEO of Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics

Rett J. Grover, MSHA, MBA, has been named chief executive officer of UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics.

Downs co-edits first book written on ocular biomechanics

J. Crawford Downs, PhD, Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has co-edited the first book written about the growing field of ocular biomechanics. The 36-chapter book is co-edited by downs, Cynthia J.[…]

Skalka retires from UAB Ophthalmology

Harold Skalka, M.D, Professor and former Chair of UAB Ophthalmology, has retired from the department. Dr. Skalka served as Chair from 1981 to 1997.

UAB Ophthalmology welcomes the Class of 2021

The UAB Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences welcomed 5 incoming residents from across the country.

Ophthalmology name change highlights comprehensive approach to visual sciences

The UAB Department of Ophthalmology has changed its name to the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, a move to reflect the comprehensive scope of services the department provides ranging from state-of-the-art patient care, comprehensive education for the next generation[…]

UAB School of Medicine honors the EyeSight Foundation of Alabama

The ESFA was founded in 1997 after the sale of the Callahan Eye Hospital to UAB, and has a mission of awarding grants to nonprofits conducting vision research, education and patient care.

Kwon receives R01 grant for reading difficulty in glaucoma patients

Glaucoma affects more than 3 million people in the United States and is the leading cause of blindness in African-Americans.

Studies inconsistent on when concussed students should return to learn, policies and protocols may be needed

Reintegration into school has been a noticeably neglected area of focus in concussion research, particularly in comparison to research on return-to-play. When and how a student should be fully integrated into the classroom are just two questions UAB and Children’s[…]