Annual Report 2018

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As we celebrate Wilmer’s centennial year, we invite you to explore this special commemorative edition of the Wilmer Summer Magazine, featuring stories about the Wilmer Eye Institute of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

The Dana Center

Taking a public health approach to fighting preventable eye diseases, the Dana Center for Preventive Ophthalmology continues to lead the way in research and training.

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Articles in this Issue

  • Strength in Numbers

    Research efforts towards pediatric eye care receive a boost from a new fund helping to launch pilot projects.

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  • Beyond Injections

    Wilmer doctors are on the trail of the holy grail of drug delivery - eye drops for retinal conditions

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  • A Spirit of Unity

    Inspired by successful treatments for Fuchs' dystrophy at Wilmer, David and Cynthia Tolsma are helping to fund advancements in the treatment of an unrelated condition - Ebola.

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  • Handa Takes the Reins

    With a sharp eye for surgical treatments, the new chief of Wilmer's retina division, James Handa, aims to shine new light on its wide range of specialties.

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  • It's Called the Wilmer Way

    Commitment to compassionate service is evident in the way patients are personally shepherded through even the most basic visit. There’s a name for this process: It’s called the “Wilmer Way.”

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  • Providing Solutions for Low Vision

    Using a multitude of personalized solutions, the faculty of the Lions Vision Research and Rehabilitation Center provide support to patients beyond traditional treatments.

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  • An Award for Patient Care Excellence

    A newly endowed award recognizes Wilmer residents who provide exceptional patient care.

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