Yale Ophthalmology

12/24/2025

Wishing our Yale Ophthalmology community a joyful and restful holiday season.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our physicians, researchers, trainees, nurses, technicians, clinical teams, administrative professionals, and staff across the department for your dedication, collaboration, and commitment throughout the year. We are equally thankful to our patients and families for the trust you place in us every day—it is a privilege to care for you.

As we reflect on the year behind us and look ahead to the opportunities of the new year, we are proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the people who make this work meaningful.

Warmest wishes for a healthy, peaceful, and happy holiday season.👁🎄

12/23/2025

🎉 Match Day Highlights 🎉

We are incredibly proud of our current PGY4 Yale Ophthalmology residents following the recent Match Day results. 👏👁️

As they look ahead to graduation, our residents are moving on to an exceptional range of next steps—including highly competitive fellowships, academic roles, and clinical practice opportunities across the country. 🌍🏥 Their accomplishments reflect years of dedication, resilience, and a steadfast commitment to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

We are grateful for the impact they have made within our department and confident they will continue to lead, innovate, and advance the field of ophthalmology wherever their careers take them. 🚀✨

Congratulations to our residents on this exciting milestone—we look forward to watching your continued success! 🎓🎊

12/16/2025

We’re hiring a Clinical Programs Coordinator in the Yale Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science.

This role plays a key part in supporting and coordinating clinical programs within a leading academic medical environment, ideal for someone interested in healthcare operations and program management.

🔗 Apply here: https://careers.yale.edu/us/en/job/131201WD/Clinical-Programs-Coordinator

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12/03/2025

✨ A wonderful night for Yale Ophthalmology! ✨

Last evening, our department gathered at The Well at the Schwarzman Center in New Haven for our annual Holiday Party. It was a great opportunity for faculty, staff, and trainees to step away from the day-to-day and spend time together in a relaxed setting.

We are grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to a warm and enjoyable evening. Thank you for your continued commitment to our department and the communities we serve.

Wishing all a safe and festive holiday season ahead! 💙👁️🎉

12/01/2025

December is Safe Toys & Gifts Awareness Month
As we move into the holiday season, Yale Ophthalmology is proud to recognize December as Safe Toys & Gifts Awareness Month, an important reminder to prioritize eye safety when selecting gifts for children.

Each year, thousands of eye injuries are caused by toys that are not age-appropriate or lack proper safety features. Our faculty encourage families to choose items that support healthy development while minimizing risk—helping protect vision during a time of celebration and throughout the year.

We appreciate our clinicians, researchers, and community partners who continue to advance safe-vision practices and promote awareness across Connecticut and beyond.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and healthy holiday season. 👁️🎁❄️

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Yale Ophthalmology! 🦃

As we head into the holiday, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our faculty, staff, trainees, researchers, and clinical teams whose dedication fuels our mission every day. Your commitment to exceptional patient care, groundbreaking discovery, and transformative education continues to elevate our department and the communities we serve.

We are equally grateful for our patients and partners who place their trust in us and inspire our work year-round.

Wishing everyone a safe, restorative, and joyful Thanksgiving holiday.
— Yale Ophthalmology & Visual Science

11/19/2025

📣 Welcome to Our New Pediatric Optometrist!

We are excited to share that Dr. Nouralison Abdella, OD will be joining Yale Ophthalmology & Visual Science as a Pediatric Optometrist, effective January 1, 2026.

Dr. Abdella will care for patients at the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital Pediatric Specialty Centers in Norwalk and Greenwich, expanding access to high-quality eye care for children and adolescents. She brings extensive experience working with pediatric and neurodivergent populations, managing myopia, and treating a wide range of ocular conditions.

A graduate of the SUNY College of Optometry and a recipient of several clinical excellence awards, Dr. Abdella is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Abdella to the Yale Ophthalmology family — we’re thrilled to have her on our team! 👓💙👁️

11/17/2025

📣 November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month!

We’re proud to highlight Dr. Kristen Nwanyanwu, who was recently featured by WTNH News 8 for her leadership in advancing early detection, prevention, and equitable access to eye care.

Through her work at Yale Ophthalmology and her innovative research with the SEEN Lab, Dr. Nwanyanwu continues to drive meaningful impact for patients with diabetes and for communities facing higher rates of diabetic eye disease. Her efforts underscore the importance of regular screenings and timely intervention to prevent avoidable vision loss.

🎥 Watch the WTNH feature here:
https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/november-is-diabetic-eye-disease-awareness-month/

We’re grateful for Dr. Nwanyanwu’s leadership and the powerful contributions she brings to our clinical, research, and community missions.

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11/11/2025

🇺🇸Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸

The Yale Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science honors and thanks our veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication. We are deeply grateful for the service of our faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Your resilience and teamwork inspire us in our medical practice and research. Thank you for your contributions and for protecting our freedoms.

🏥❤️🤍💙

11/10/2025

👁️💙 November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month 💙👁️

This month, Yale Ophthalmology proudly highlights the groundbreaking work of Dr. Kristen Nwanyanwu and her SEEN Lab (Sight-Saving Engagement and Evaluation in New Haven) — a research initiative dedicated to advancing health equity and preventing vision loss from diabetic retinopathy.

Through community partnerships, data-driven innovation, and a focus on the social determinants of health, Dr. Nwanyanwu and her team are transforming how diabetic eye care is delivered — ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, has access to the sight-saving care they deserve.

If you or a loved one lives with diabetes, remember to:
🗓️ Schedule your annual dilated eye exam
💉 Manage your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol
👩‍⚕️ Talk to your eye care provider about any changes in your vision

Together, we can protect sight and promote equitable eye health for all.
Learn more about the SEEN Lab’s impactful work here 👉 https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/seen/

10/31/2025

👠🐾 Happy Halloween from the Yale Ophthalmology administrative team! 🎃

This year, our crew channeled our inner Cruella de Vil and her spotted sidekicks! 🖤🤍 From the fiercest fashion to the cutest Dalmatians, our team brought all the fun (and just a little mischief) to the office today.

Wishing everyone a paw-sitively spooktacular Halloween! 👁️🕸️🐾

10/30/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. James E. Kempton!

We’re proud to share that Dr. James E. Kempton, MD has been appointed Chief of Surgical Services for the VA Connecticut Healthcare System, following his outstanding leadership in the acting role since March 2025.

A dedicated clinician, educator, and veteran advocate, Dr. Kempton has served the VA and Yale communities with distinction since 2009. His leadership has strengthened surgical operations, advanced patient care, and enhanced training for residents and fellows.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Kempton on this well-deserved achievement! 👏