Summer Stevens Named Secretary of Clinical Advisory Council
We are thrilled to announce that Summer Stevens has been elected Secretary of the DHIP Clinic Advisory Council (CAC).
Majda Hadziahmetovic, MD Featured on AAO Journal Podcast
Majda Hadziahmetovic, MD was featured on a recent episode of the AAO Ophthalmology Journal podcast discussing future treatments in autoimmune retinopathy.
Duke at AAPOS
The 50th Annual Meeting of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) took place from March 5 to 9, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. This milestone event, held at the Grand America Hotel, brought together leading experts in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus from around the world to celebrate the past, embrace the present, and envision the future of the field.
Duke Eye Center Welcomes Elizabeth Mathenge, MD, MSc!
We are thrilled to introduce Elizabeth Wanja Mathenge, MD, MSc, our new Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon and Ophthalmologist! Dr. Mathenge specializes in treating patients with drooping eyelids, under-eye bags, and various eyelid concerns, including the removal of lumps, bumps, and cancerous lesions around the eyes. Her expertise also extends to reconstructive procedures and addressing issues with the eye’s tear drainage system.
Tammy Hsu, MD named Rising Star in Retina
We are thrilled to share that vitroretinal surgery fellow, Tammy Hsu, MD has been featured as a Rising Star in Retina by Retina Today. Her dedication and innovative contributions to the field
Duke Reading Center Instrumental in FDA Approval for Treatment of MacTel
An important milestone for our patients: the FDA approval of the first treatment for a new disease indication, Macular Telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel).
Duke Ophthalmology Ranks 9th in 2024 NIH Funding
Duke University School of Medicine received $455 million in federal funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2024, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.
Duke at the 2025 American Glaucoma Society Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the American Glaucoma Society (AGS) was held February 28 to March 2, 2025, in Washington, DC.
Alekseev Featured in PBS Special on Retinitis Pigmentosa
In a recent feature on PBS Carolina Impact, assistant professor of ophthalmology Oleg Alekseev, MD, PhD shares his expertise on retinitis pigmentosa (RP), a rare genetic condition that affects the retina and leads to progressive vision loss.
New Insights into Glaucoma Mechanisms Published by Duke Researchers
Paloma B. Liton, PhD and coauthors, Myoung Sup Shim, Ethan J.