Massachusetts Eye and Ear

03/17/2026

Brad Ellis has been part of the Team Eye and Ear family for seven years, and the 2026 Boston Marathon will be his eighth marathon with our team.

“Running for Team Eye and Ear has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life,” Brad says. He runs in honor of his son, Jake, who has Usher Syndrome Type 2A—a rare genetic condition that causes retinitis pigmentosa and bilateral hearing loss.

Today, Jake is pursuing his degree in the Undergraduate Nursing Program at the University of Iowa, continuing his passion and commitment to helping others.

“It is an honor to once again proudly wear the Team Eye and Ear jersey and raise funds and awareness for the Usher community.”

Stay tuned for the next profile in our Team Eye and Ear series as we continue celebrating the people who make this program extraordinary.

03/13/2026

As a teenager, Mary Ellen Burt received care at Mass Eye and Ear for ongoing sinus and septum issues. Now a mom, she’s running the Boston Marathon to give back to the place that changed her life.

In our “Why I'm Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what's inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.

03/06/2026

We’re grateful for the dedication and care our employees bring to Mass Eye and Ear every day. Thank you for all you do for our patients, their families and each other.

03/05/2026

New research from Mass Eye and Ear and Harvard Medical School shows that many genetic mutations once thought to guarantee inherited eye disease actually lead to vision problems in less than 30% of people who carry them. These findings could transform how we diagnose and treat inherited retinal diseases.

Study finds only fraction of those with mutated gene develop malady — a finding that could lead to better treatments (and could apply to other such illnesses)

02/26/2026

Are you, or someone you know, interested in participating in the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS on August 30, 2026? Mass Eye and Ear has a few bibs still available.

By raising funds for Mass Eye and Ear, you're raising hope for a healthier future for those who experience debilitating conditions affecting sight, hearing, voice, balance, taste and smell, and cancers of the eye, head and neck.

Learn more and apply today: http://spklr.io/6181BjOif

02/25/2026

All the snow yesterday had us reflecting on the Blizzard of ’78, a moment remembered not just for the storm itself, but for how people showed up for one another. Many nurses worked double shifts for days straight, and physicians pitched in wherever help was needed, even making patients’ beds. When the power went out, roles didn’t matter; the whole hospital came together to keep the patients fed. Thank you to everyone, then and now, for helping us keep our hospital running!

02/19/2026

Congratulations to Sally Reiley, who has run more marathons with Mass Eye and Ear and raised more philanthropic support than any other runner in our 20-year history!

That’s 12 marathons and more than $350,000 raised—an incredible achievement. Thank you, Sally, for your dedication and impact.

We can’t wait to cheer her on again this year as she runs her 13th Boston Marathon with Team Eye and Ear.

Stay tuned for the next profile in our Team Eye and Ear series as we continue celebrating the people who make this program extraordinary.

02/19/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2030 who recently matched into the Harvard Ophthalmology Residency Program. We look forward to seeing you at Mass Eye and Ear!

02/12/2026

With support from donors Jill and Ed Kutchin, Mass Eye and Ear researchers are advancing innovative solutions for understanding why some children have delayed or are unable to develop language—giving patients like Gemma a chance for a better outcome.

Learn more about the groundbreaking work led by pediatric ear, nose and throat specialist Leila Mankarious, MD, and her team.

02/05/2026

Family, friends, mentors and colleagues gathered recently to celebrate the nine graduating interns of the Year Up United/Mass Eye and Ear partnership.

The interns were recognized for their talents, passion for learning, and commitment to growing in a new workplace. Graduating intern Sarah Marius shared what made this experience truly meaningful for her.

The partnership, which began in 2022, opens doors for young professionals pursuing careers in healthcare. There have been 60 interns who have participated in the program so far and nearly half have become full-time employees.

02/02/2026

As part of our commitment to help serve our community, a team from Mass Eye and Ear recently visited one of Hebrew SeniorLife’s senior housing locations to offer vision screenings and education for residents.

02/01/2026

Beginning Sunday, February 1, ongoing repairs along Cambridge Street near Mass Eye and Ear’s main campus will impact traffic in the area. Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time and use public transportation when possible.