@ShileyEye

The Shiley Eye Institute is the only academic eye center in the region offering the most advanced treatments across all areas of eye care.

 San Diego, CA
shileyeye.ucsd.edu
Joined January 2009
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SEI Faculty, Robert N. Weinreb, MD, hosted the 43rd annual Glaucoma Update in the Viterbi Family Vision Research Center. Weinreb, Interim Chair Christopher Girkin, MD, Alex Huang, MD, PhD and Derek Welsbie, MD, PhD gave presentations on their latest research advancements.
Robert N. Weinreb, MD, standing behind lectern delivering presentation. Television next to him reads “Glaucoma Update 2026.”

ALT Robert N. Weinreb, MD, standing behind lectern delivering presentation. Television next to him reads “Glaucoma Update 2026.”

Christopher A. Girkin, MD, MSPH and, Robert N. Weinreb, MD.

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Many SEI Faculty, Fellows & Residents attended the 2026 AAO annual meeting. Current Oculofacial fellow Sarah Cheng, MD, PhD, was named the recipient of Bart Frueh Award for Best YASOPRS Presentation & fellowship alumna Marissa Shoji, MD for the Marvin Quickert Thesis Award.
Natalie A. Afshari, MD, FACS standing behind lectern.

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Two people standing holding awards. Left to right: alumna Marissa Shoji, MD and Fellow Sarah Cheng, MD, PhD.

ALT Two people standing holding awards. Left to right: alumna Marissa Shoji, MD and Fellow Sarah Cheng, MD, PhD.

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Today, in honor of White Cane Safety Day check out these tips on what you can do when you interact with a person who is blind or visually impaired here: rehab.va.gov/PROSTHETICS/bli… #UCSD #UCSDHealth #Ophthalmology #WhiteCaneSafetyDay #Blindness #VisuallyImpaired #ShileyEye
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SEI faculty Linda M. Zangwill, PhD was named an American Glaucoma Society (AGS) Clinician Scientists Lecturer Honoree for their annual meeting in March 2027. To learn more about her visit: shileyeye.ucsd.edu/profile/l…
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Just published - Robert N. Weinreb, MD, senior study author, research findings suggest that statin use is associated with a lower risk of developing open-angle glaucoma. Find out more here: today.ucsd.edu/story/statins…
Portrait of Robert N. Weinreb, MD.

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Congratulations to SEI faculty member Napoleone Ferrara, MD for being named the recipient of the 2026 Yergin Family International Prize for Biomedical Research, in honor of his discovery of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF).
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Today is World Teacher’s Day! SEI is proud to have a legacy of training residents, fellows, UC San Diego School of Medicine students & post doctoral research scientists who go on to become global leaders in ophthalmology - thanks to our dedicated & skilled faculty educators.
Peter J. Savino, MD, standing behind a lectern delivering a presentation to students sitting in front of him, looking at him delivering the presentation.

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The STRIVE Summer Internship Program at SEI is accepting applications from future ophthalmologists for the 2027 internship program. To learn more & apply visit: shileyeye.ucsd.edu/research/…
Standing in a row left to right, Catherine Y. Liu, MD, PhD, Emily Kang, and Don O. Kikkawa, MD.

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Duncan Sinclair standing behind lectern delivering presentation.

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Today in recognition of National Women’s Health & Fitness Day, take time to learn about how visual impairment & blindness can uniquely impact women, along with tips for women to keep their eyes healthy here: nei.nih.gov/sites/default/fi…
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September is Sports Eye Safety month, designated by Prevent Blindness. This year, they are highlighting eye injuries & preventive action for the sport of pickleball. To learn more visit: preventblindness.org/2026-sp…
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As we step into fall, we are reflecting on the inspiring experiences & collaborations from this past summer. A particular highlight was the visit to the San Diego Braille Institute Center by our incoming residents during their SEI welcome bootcamp sessions.
Three medical residents standing in front of computer, behind the computer is Melissa Caruso from Braille Institute delivering a presentation.

ALT Three medical residents standing in front of computer, behind the computer is Melissa Caruso from Braille Institute delivering a presentation.

Four medical residents sitting in a row in an office setting during a presentation at the Braille Institute.

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It is Fall Prevention Awareness Week, designated by the National Council on Aging. Getting an eye exam is one of the many precautionary actions you can take to prevent falls. For more fall prevention tips visit: health.ucsd.edu/care/emergen…
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SEI celebrates Postdoc Appreciation Week and recognizes the accomplished & dedicated postdoctoral trainees whose work advances sight saving research every day! Find out more about the fellowship offered at SEI here: shileyeye.ucsd.edu/physician…
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Today is World Alzheimer’s Day. Did you know that the eyes & Alzheimer’s disease is connected? The retina and optic nerve in the eye are direct pathways to the brain. Alzheimer’s can alter how the brain interprets visual input. Learn more at AAO aao.org/eye-health/diseases/…
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It is Latinx Heritage Month! Find out how you can participate in the UC San Diego celebrations here: blink.ucsd.edu/HR/policies/d…
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SEI recognizes September as Healthy Aging Month! As people age their vision can change, but there are things they can do to protect their eyes & overall health. To learn about how eyes change with age & what you can do to protect your vision visit: aao.org/eye-health/tips-prev…
Four seniors standing in front of the ocean with arms around each other. Two are wearing sunglasses and one is wearing regular glasses.

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Wishing those in the Jewish community celebrating a happy & healthy Rosh Hashanah.
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September is Women in Medicine! SEI celebrates the respected, innovative & compassionate women physicians, scientists & staff whose dedication changes lives every day.
Standing left to right Catherine Y. Liu, MD, PhD and Jolene Rudell, MD, PhD.

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Standing left to right Linda M. Zangwill, PhD and Radha Ayyagari, PhD.

ALT Standing left to right Linda M. Zangwill, PhD and Radha Ayyagari, PhD.

Standing left to right Esmeralda McClean, OD and Riley Thomas, MBA .

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The Shiley Eye Institute will be closed on Monday, September 7 & reopen on Tuesday, September 8 in observance of Labor Day.
Front of the Shiley Eye Institute, sings reading “The Donald & Darlene Shiley Eye Institute."

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SEI faculty Jolene Rudell, MD, PhD, and resident Anna Mueller, MD attended & presented at the 2026 Women in Ophthalmology Summer Symposium in Monterey, California. This experience provided opportunities to connect with industry leaders & foster mentorship.
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Anna Mueller, MD standing in front of research poster.

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