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Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences
Excellence in Education | Outstanding Patient Care
We educate the next generation of eye care professionals, provide exceptional eye care for our patients, and discover new treatments.
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Department Head Silvia Orengo-Nania, MD
Dr. Silvia Orengo-Nania will assume the role of head of the Department of Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences on July 29, 2024.