Congratulations to Daniel J. Ozzello, MD, named 2026 Clinician of the Year at UCHealth. Recognized for transforming inpatient & emergency ophthalmic care, advancing collaboration, and expanding patient access. 👏

Interested in adding refractive cataract surgery & premium IOLs to your practice? Richard S. Davidson, MD shares practical advice for young ophthalmologists — from overcoming common barriers to improving patient conversations. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qNqyUI #ophthalmology

The CU Anschutz School of Medicine received our best ranking in NIH funding in 20 years, landing among the top 10 public medical schools in this year's Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings. Read more about our departments among the top 15: https://bit.ly/4aHCBwP

Last week, our department held its 2026 State of the Department. Highlights included faculty achievements, expanded clinical access, research growth, innovation milestones, and a $40M research endowment. Grateful for our team and excited for what’s ahead. 👁️✨ #ophthalmology

Snow + sunshine = risk for “snow blindness” 👁️❄️ Ari Stoner, MD explains how UV rays reflecting off snow can cause a sunburn on your eye — leading to pain & light sensitivity. Protect your eyes this winter. 😎 #MedSky #Ophthalmology #EyeCare

Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌 Our hearts (and eyes) are full of appreciation for our patients, colleagues, and everyone who helps us see the brighter side of life! #ValentinesDay #Ophthalmology #EyeCare

Congrats to Natalia Vergara, PhD, on receiving a 2025 Gates Grubstake Award Her team is developing a novel gene therapy to prevent vision loss in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) — targeting multiple disease pathways to better protect the retina. 👏🎉 #AMD #Ophthalmology

Reneé Jiménez, MD is a visiting ophthalmology fellow gaining hands-on retinoblastoma experience through a UICC fellowship in collaboration with the @cucancercenter.bsky.social. Mentored by Scott Oliver, MD, she’s preparing to bring this expertise home to expand access to eye cancer care. 🌎

For #PatientRecognitionWeek, we’re resharing a powerful 2023 story. After surviving Stevens-Johnson syndrome as a child and receiving a pioneering eye treatment at CU that saved his vision, Will Osier is now a medical student at CU. 💙 Read more: https://bit.ly/3HbCuM1

For #PatientRecognitionWeek, we’re resharing this 2023 story 💙 Diagnosed with retinoblastoma at age 2, Coleman underwent years of treatment and is now in remission. A powerful reminder of resilience and expert care. Read more: https://bit.ly/44f4sPw

This week is #PatientRecognitionWeek ❤️ At 13, Grace Hoyt became the first patient to receive a personalized treatment to slow vision loss from PCARP, a nano-rare condition—showing what’s possible through teamwork and innovation. Read more about her story: https://bit.ly/3r5eSUs

Please join us in welcoming our newest residency matches! 🎉 They’ll start as PGY1 Interns in June 2026 and join us full time as PGY2s in July 2027 — we can’t wait to have them here! 🤗 #ophthalmology #residency #residentmatchday #matchday

Not all “herpes” is the same — especially when it affects the eye. Ronald Wise, MD, explains how dormant viruses like HSV-1 and shingles can reactivate, cause serious eye disease, and why early treatment is key to preventing vision loss. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4k8dNlO

13 multidisciplinary teams across CU Anschutz received VISTA seed grants from the Department of Ophthalmology, supporting early-stage vision research and cross-campus collaboration with nearly $1.5M in funding. ✨ Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4ra1HuM #visionresearch

CU Anschutz Ophthalmology had a strong presence at the American Uveitis Society Winter Symposium, with eight podium presentations at this year’s meeting in Park City. Pictured: Lynn Hassman, MD, PhD, presenting research on treatment-resistant uveitis. 👁️✨ #Uveitis

Spending more time on screens? You’re not alone—and your eyes feel it. Melanie Akau, OD, shares three simple tips to help reduce digital eye strain and protect your vision. 😎 Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4qeROvO #Ophthalmology #EyeHealth #DigitalEyeStrain

“Pattern recognition is key.” Prem S. Subramanian, MD, PhD, discusses how subtle retinal & optic nerve findings can help distinguish ocular disease from neurologic causes of vision loss & how imaging and AI are shaping the future of neuro-ophthalmic care. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aQTdUy

Meet Olivia Ritter, MD 👁️👋 Olivia loves connecting with patients over time and exploring the rapidly evolving field of ophthalmology. Originally from Atlanta, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending time with her cat, Leo! #Ophthalmology #ResidentSpotlight

Colleagues from across the department gathered for an evening of great food, conversation, & celebration at Kevin Taylor’s at the Opera House. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, reflect on the past year, and enjoy time with our Ophthalmology community. 💙

How much screen time is safe for kids?📱👀 We sat down with Rebecca Edwards, MD, PhD, Pediatric Ophthalmologist, to talk about the impact of too much screen time on children’s vision. Watch the full video below! #Ophthalmology #PediatricEyeCare #ScreenTime #EyeHealth

In collaboration with @cudeptofmedicine.bsky.social, CU Anschutz providers are connecting geriatric care and ophthalmology to simplify care and protect independence for older adults. 🌟 Read more: https://bit.ly/4sxFbxs

Ocular rosacea is frequently underdiagnosed—and it can threaten vision if left untreated. Kaleb Abbott, MD, MS shares practical insights on recognizing, diagnosing, and managing this complex ocular surface condition. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ptXUHs #ocularrosacea

New year, new habits—don’t forget your eyes 👀✨ CU Anschutz ophthalmologists share simple 2026 resolutions to protect your vision, from eyelid hygiene to UV protection and routine eye exams. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jnv5ei #ophthalmology #eyehealth

Changing lives, one clear view at a time. 👁️✨ Our work in eye care helps patients see the world in a whole new way. #Ophthalmology #EyeHealth

2025 in a glance! 👁️✨ From inspiring patient stories to exciting milestones, here’s a look back at our year. Wishing you a bright and healthy New Year! #Ophthalmology #HappyNewYear

From AI in the NICU to expanded pediatric eye care and breakthrough research, these were the CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology’s top stories of 2025. Explore how innovation, care, and collaboration are bringing sight to life. 👁️✨ https://bit.ly/4p5aHjh

This holiday season, we had some of our faculty answer, "Eye love my job because..." their answers remind us why vision care is so meaningful. Wishing you a joyful holiday season from all of us! 👁️❤️ #EyeHealth #Ophthalmology #HappyHolidays

Normal vs astigmatism 👀✨ Astigmatism occurs when your cornea/lens isn’t perfectly round, making lights blurry or stretched. 1 in 3 people have it! #EyeHealth #Astigmatism #Ophthalmology

Our CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology research, published earlier this year in collaboration with the National Eye Institute (NIH), has been named one of the Top 10 Breakthroughs in Ophthalmology Research of 2025 — coming in at #5! ⭐️ https://bit.ly/49bY5kD

A big welcome to our incoming ophthalmology fellows! We’re excited for what’s ahead and to have you with us. 💙

Meet Matthew Lam, MD, one of our ophthalmology residents! Inspired by tinkering with small mechanisms, Matthew is interested in blending technology and engineering into eye care. When he’s not in clinic, you’ll find him jamming with co-residents or catching shows at Red Rocks. 🌟

Bowling, white elephant, and lots of fun! 🎳🎁 Our staff holiday party was all about stepping away from the desk, having some fun, and celebrating the people who keep everything running behind the scenes. So grateful for this team. 💙

Ski season brings cold air, dry conditions, and higher wind—perfect for winter fun, but tough on your eyes. Conner Nix, MD, shares what to watch for on the slopes and how to protect your vision from dry eye, irritation, and even snow blindness. ⛷️🏔️ https://bit.ly/4iP4uGI

Proud moment for our department! 🎉 Tianjing Li, PhD, has been named a 2025 Highly Cited Researcher, placing her in the top 1% of cited scientists worldwide. Congrats to Dr. Li and all CU Anschutz faculty recognized this year! 👏

Check out this Vumedi feature with Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD, as he walks through key approaches to managing visual field loss from compressive optic neuropathy. A concise, practical overview for clinicians looking to strengthen their approach to diagnosis and treatment. 🌟 https://bit.ly/3Kk6H0f

Droopy eyelids? Sometimes it’s not just the eyelids—lifting the brow can make a big difference. 👁️ Caroline Vloka, MD, oculofacial plastic surgeon, explains the different types of brow lifts and why choosing the right procedure matters. https://bit.ly/3Kp6xV9

About 1 in 3 patients in U.S. eye clinics experience chronic ocular surface pain, but current treatments often fall short. 👀 Kaleb Abbott, OD, helped survey 100 eye care providers on COSP diagnosis & management, highlighting a need for better therapies. https://bit.ly/4okWgHD

Shama Parween presented her research at the prestigious SfN 2025 conference! 🧠✨ Her poster showcases cutting-edge work and her contributions to advancing neuroscience. We’re proud of her achievement! #SfN2025 #Neuroscience

Yoga for your eyes? Yes, really! 🧘‍♀️ Glaucoma patients can enjoy yoga — but some poses need to be modified for eye health. 👀 Monica Ertel, MD, shares safe ways to incorporate yoga into your routine. ✨ #glaucoma #ophthalmology #yoga

For 1 in 5 MS patients, optic neuritis is the first symptom. The updated McDonald Criteria now count the optic nerve as a lesion site — a step toward earlier diagnosis. Learn more from Jeffrey Bennett, MD, PhD: https://bit.ly/3KqTiTX #medsky

Grateful for the people who make the CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology a place of innovation, compassion, and collaboration. Thank you to our clinicians, researchers, trainees & staff for all you do. Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

New work from Ram Nagaraj, PhD, Mi-Hyun Nam, PhD & team shows the protein DJ-1 helps protect retinal capillaries from diabetes-related damage. Boosting DJ-1 may offer a new strategy to prevent early changes in diabetic retinopathy. #DiabetesAwarenessMonth https://bit.ly/48jhv6u

Screening for ROP in the NICU is challenging, but new AI tools may soon make it faster and more precise. Emily Cole, MD, and Praveer Singh, PhD, are developing tech to help clinicians detect early disease and use retinal images to understand broader health risks in newborns.🌟 https://bit.ly/3M1rZQy

Huge congratulations to Hoang Nguyen from CellSight! 🎉 His image was selected for the cover of Ophthalmology Science — an incredible recognition of his creativity and contribution to vision science. We’re so proud to celebrate this achievement! 👏

Congratulations to Jayashree Kalpathy-Cramer, PhD she was elected a MICCAI Fellow! Honored for her contributions to medical image analysis and AI in oncology & ophthalmology that are advancing precision medicine. A major recognition in medical image computing! 👏🎉

Could VR revolutionize vision testing for geographic atrophy? 🤔 Jesse Smith, MD, finds preliminary VR-based tests may be faster, easier, and cheaper than standard methods while providing similar results. More research ahead! Read more: https://bit.ly/4p7NZYd

Meet Kathleen Ho, MD! An artist at heart, Kathleen was drawn to ophthalmology because it combines her love for detail with her desire to help others protect their vision. She’s exploring glaucoma & other subspecialties while enjoying painting, hiking, camping, and travel in her free time. ✨

Study of 180K+ patients finds metformin doesn’t lower risk of AMD or progression to GA/nAMD. Propensity score matching helped isolate effects—but more research is needed before considering metformin for AMD prevention. https://bit.ly/49jU7YP #Ophthalmology #AMD #Research

Targeted immunotherapy can be life-changing for some patients with thyroid eye disease. Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD, shares how he decides when it’s the right fit — and why teamwork across specialties is essential for the best outcomes. Watch to learn more. 🎥 👀

Emily Cole, MD, and Marc Mathias, MD, represented CU Anschutz at Advances in Pediatric Retina 2025, the world’s largest pediatric retina meeting. They presented research on P score data and the PCARP n-Lorem patient, highlighting innovation in pediatric retinal care. 🌟