Duke Eye Center

02/25/2026

Duke University School of Medicine received more than $514 million in NIH research funding in 2025, ranking 9th nationally, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Duke Ophthalmology was among the departments recognized in the national top 10, reflecting our growing impact in vision science and translational research.

We’re proud of our faculty, trainees, and staff whose work continues to advance discovery and improve care for patients and communities everywhere.

Duke University School of Medicine received more than $514 million in NIH research funding in 2025, placing 9th nationally, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research. Duke Ophthalmology was among the 11 Duke departments to place in the national top 10, earning recognition as one of....

02/23/2026

Duke Eye Center faculty, trainees, and researchers gathered with glaucoma specialists from across the country at the 2026 Annual Meeting, held February 19–22 in Rancho Mirage, CA.

A highlight of the meeting was the recognition of Kelly W. Muir, MD, who received the Outstanding Mentor Award. Dr. Muir and Leon W. Herndon Jr., MD were also honored as Founder Society members during the meeting

We’re proud of our team’s contributions and the collaborations driving progress in glaucoma care.

Read more: https://dukeeyecenter.duke.edu/news/duke-ags-2026

02/20/2026

Sharon Fekrat, MD from Duke’s iMIND Research Group was asked to comment on the recent Nature Communications study in a FoxNews piece, speaking as a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She highlighted how early research linking infection-related inflammation and Alzheimer’s could help scientists better understand disease progression and “lead to new ways to detect or treat Alzheimer’s in the future,” while emphasizing this doesn’t prove infections cause Alzheimer’s.

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A common pneumonia-causing bacteria was found in the eyes and brains of Alzheimer’s patients, potentially worsening inflammation and cognitive decline.

02/12/2026

Today’s the day: Thank‑a‑thon is here!

At Duke, we’re Made for This — Because of You. Your generosity fuels innovation, education, and care across our health system, powering discoveries that save lives and shaping the next generation of medical leaders.

All day long, our students and volunteers are picking up the phones to share their appreciation and celebrate the impact you make possible. Every breakthrough begins with your support, and today, we simply want to say thank you.

🔗 Explore more stories of how your giving transforms Duke Health:
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02/07/2026

The 12th Annual Duke fAVS Course brings together an exceptional group of Duke and guest faculty for two days of expert-led, in-depth education and surgical expertise.

📍 Durham, NC | 📅 March 27–28, 2026
👉 Register Now: mcpi.cventevents.com/favs2026

02/03/2026

Today, on , we celebrate the incredible women physicians who make a meaningful impact every day at Duke Eye Center.

With 29 female faculty physicians, including 4 vice chairs and 6 division chiefs, our department is strengthened by exceptional leadership and expertise. We are honored to train 12 female fellows and 12 female residents, each contributing to the ongoing growth and innovation within eye care.

Join us in honoring these remarkable women and their contributions to medicine, education, and patient care.

02/02/2026

We pause to honor the legacy, leadership, and impact of Black and African American individuals within our organization and across the communities we serve.

Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of innovators, caregivers, scholars, and advocates whose perseverance shaped the world we live in today.

Join us as we embrace the richness of cultures and viewpoints that may differ from our own. Through listening, learning, and genuine connection, we cultivate a stronger community and uphold the principles at the heart of our commitment to Put People First.

02/02/2026

Duke Eye Center locations will open at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026.

Duke Eye Center of Winston Salem will be closed.

Updated ALERT: Following the weekend accumulation of snow, the Duke Health severe weather and emergency conditions policy remains in effect until Monday morning at 10:00 a.m.

Virtual visits are still occurring as scheduled.

Visit the Duke Health website https://www.dukehealth.org for updated status of locations.

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01/29/2026

We are thrilled to announce the results of the 2026 Duke Ophthalmology Residency Match! Please join us in welcoming our six exceptional incoming residents, who will join us as the Class of 2030:

Yannet Daniel - University of Michigan Medical School
Amanda Hertel - University of Kansas Medical Center
Mary Kaufmann - UNC School of Medicine
Symon Ma - Duke University School of Medicine
Sarthak Shah - Stanford Medicine
Wufan Zhao - Duke University School of Medicine

We look forward to the skill, commitment, and passion they will bring to our residency program and to the field of ophthalmology.

01/28/2026

Our inaugural global ophthalmology fellow, Sheena Song, DO, is sharing powerful stories from the field as she documents her year of global learning, partnership, and patient care. She has already traveled to Guyana, the AAO Global Ophthalmology Summit in Chicago, North Macedonia, Myanmar, South Sudan, and Indonesia, capturing each experience through detailed reflections and on‑the‑ground insights. Follow along with her journey as she continues her year in the Duke Global Ophthalmology Fellowship.

Read: https://dukeeyecenter.duke.edu/duke-go-fellows-blog
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01/27/2026

Dr. John Karickhoff, MD’64, HS’64–’68, has always believed that innovation drives medicine forward. His recent $1 million gift to launch the Duke Ocular Innovation Hub at Duke Eye Center will help trainees and faculty turn new ideas into breakthroughs that advance eye care for patients everywhere.

Throughout his career as a surgeon, teacher, and humanitarian, Dr. Karickhoff has shaped ophthalmology through invention and generosity. His support now ensures that future innovators at Duke have the tools and mentorship to carry that legacy forward.

Stories like this remind us how donor generosity fuels discovery, education, and patient care across Duke Health. On February 12, during our annual Thank‑a‑thon, we’ll be calling donors to say thank you for all they make possible.

➡️ Explore more impact stories in our full report: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/d80ae7ea2c.html /1

01/26/2026

All Duke Eye Center locations are closed today, Monday, January 26, 2026.

ALERT: Due to the possibility of severe winter weather, Duke University Health System will activate the severe weather policy beginning 7 p.m. Saturday, January 24. Due to inclement weather many Duke Health locations will close or operate reduced hours from Saturday through Monday afternoon.

For details about the status of clinics, visit the Duke Health website https://www.dukehealth.org

The safety of our patients and team members is our top priority. We will continue to reassess throughout the weekend based on local conditions, so please check back for updates.