Doheny Eye Institute

02/25/2026

🌍 International recognition for Doheny-UCLA!

Dr. SriniVas R. Sadda served as international faculty at ARISE 2026 (Advances in Retinal Imaging, Surgery & Electrophysiology) in Bangalore, India — and was honored with the prestigious ARISE Award.

Hosted by The Eye Foundation and celebrating 30 years of retinal excellence, the meeting brought together global leaders in the field. Dr. Sadda’s recognition reflects his extraordinary leadership in retinal imaging and research and highlights Doheny-UCLA’s growing impact around the world.

02/24/2026

Happening Today | 5:00 PM PT (Virtual)

We’re proud to share that Doheny alumnus Michael Javaheri, MD, MSc, FASRS will be presenting:

"Light Therapy for Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration"

Dry AMD affects millions, and new approaches are being explored every day. In this live webinar, Dr. Javaheri will discuss how non-invasive light therapy works, how it supports retinal health, and what it may mean for people living with dry AMD.

If you or someone you love is interested in emerging research and treatment approaches, this is a timely and informative session to attend.

🗓 Tuesday, February 24
⏰ 5:00–6:00 PM PT
💻 Virtual
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/40eQBcn

This webinar is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation.

02/23/2026

The front line of vision care is evolving — are you up to date?

Join us for the Doheny Annual CME Conference
The Front Line of Vision Care: Cornea, Ocular Surface, and Refractive Advances
Saturday, March 21, 2026

This year’s program will focus on practical, real-world topics that directly impact surgical planning and patient outcomes, including:
• Ocular surface optimization before cataract and refractive surgery
• Managing dry eye and surface disease that affect imaging and outcomes
• Updates that influence surgical decision-making and patient satisfaction

We’re honored to welcome Kathryn Colby, MD, PhD, Chair of Ophthalmology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Director of NYU Langone Eye Center, as our Irvine Memorial Lecturer.

Earn up to 7 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Featuring Doheny-UCLA cornea and refractive faculty and alumni.

Learn more: doheny.org/events

02/18/2026

TODAY at 4:30 PM, join us for UCLA Ophthalmology Grand Rounds featuring Dr. Vikas Chopra and Doheny-UCLA glaucoma clinical fellow Alexander Haueisen, MD.

Dr. Chopra will moderate the clinical case presentations and present "XEN Gel Stent and Minimally Invasive Bleb Surgery (MIBS) for Glaucoma," sharing practical, real-world insight for glaucoma management

Dr. Haueisen will contribute to the case discussions, reflecting the depth of Doheny’s glaucoma fellowship and the strength of our collaborative training environment

📍 In person: UCLA Stein Eye Institute
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

💻 Join via Zoom:
https://uclahs.zoom.us/j/94319971957?pwd=OMcEk0JQyScLVttBDsyXY3ubTaw3vz.1

Meeting ID: 943 1997 1957
Password: 008840

CME credit is awarded through the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Faculty. Fellows. Real cases. Practical pearls.

Whether you’re joining in person or online, don’t miss it.

02/13/2026

Great to see Doheny's Giulia Corradetti, MD featured in "Vision Monday" during AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month, highlighting the evolving science behind age-related macular degeneration. In the interview, Dr. Corradetti discusses how advances in retinal imaging, early biomarkers, and personalized risk assessment are helping clinicians better understand disease progression and identify opportunities for earlier intervention. She also emphasizes the important role lifestyle factors such as smoking cessation, diet, and cardiovascular health can play in reducing risk and preserving vision.

As research continues to advance, conversations like these help bring greater awareness to AMD and the importance of early detection, patient education, and innovation in retinal care.

Read the full interview: https://www.visionmonday.com/scene-and-heard/todays-read/article/new-research-helps-build-understanding-of-genetic-risks-and-treatment-options-for-amd-and-low-vision/

02/13/2026

Big appreciation for Drs. Vikas Chopra, Brian Francis, and glaucoma fellow Alexander Haueisen, MD, for bringing sharp expertise and great energy to the clinic. The work may be serious, but the teamwork, support, and shared laughs are what make this community special. Grateful for the people who keep Doheny and UCLA Ophthalmology collaborative, welcoming, and a genuinely great place to be. 💜👁️‍🗨️

02/12/2026

We’re proud to share that Deborah A. Ferrington, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer at Doheny Eye Institute, will be a featured speaker at the ISPE Greater Los Angeles Area Chapter Women in Pharma celebration for International Women’s Day 2026.

This year’s theme, “Give To Gain,” is about something simple but powerful: when we share knowledge, visibility, and opportunity, we all move forward.

📅 Wednesday, March 11, 2026
🕓 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Takeda Pharmaceuticals – 1700 Rancho Conejo Blvd, Thousand Oaks

Dr. Ferrington will join fellow executive leaders for a candid fireside chat, followed by an interactive session focused on one skill many of us were never formally taught: how to ask for what you want clearly, confidently, and authentically.

Expect real conversation and practical strategies.

🎟️ Seats are limited (50 total): www.eventdex.com

02/11/2026

Join us today for Grand Rounds at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute as faculty and fellows explore complex cornea and external disease cases, surgical decision-making, and the real-world impact of systemic therapies on ocular health.

🗓 Wednesday, February 11, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM (PT)
📍 RPB Auditorium, UCLA Stein Eye Institute
💻 Prefer to join remotely? Log in via Zoom:

https://uclahs.zoom.us/j/94319971957?pwd=OMcEk0JQyScLVttBDsyXY3ubTaw3vz.1

Meeting ID: 943 1997 1957 | Password: 008840

Today’s program will be led by Ali Mahdavi Fard, MD, a former Doheny-UCLA clinical fellow and now Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Case discussions will include presentations by Hyelin You, MD, current cornea clinical fellow at Doheny Eye Center UCLA, alongside UCLA Ophthalmology faculty and trainees. Sessions will cover contemporary approaches to DALK, complications from cosmetic iris implants, systems-based care in ophthalmology, and a specialty lecture on corneal toxicities associated with targeted cancer therapies.

A great opportunity for collaborative learning and to see the Doheny–UCLA training pipeline in action.

02/05/2026

Our retina specialists were proud to contribute to the global conversation at Hawaiian Eye and Retina 2026 on the Big Island, Hawaii.

Dr. Srinivas R. Sadda shared expertise across multiple sessions, from acquired vitelliform lesions in AMD and the evolving relationship between anti-VEGF therapy and atrophy, to expert panels focused on imaging, case management, and emerging optogenetic therapies.

Dr. Michael Ip helped lead dynamic discussions on diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular disease, and real-world decision-making for retinal vein occlusion, offering practical insights clinicians can apply in everyday care. We’re honored to see Doheny-affiliated faculty advancing dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in retina on an international stage.

02/02/2026

We are proud to share that Srinivas Sadda, MD has been selected to receive the Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Senior Achievement Award.

This distinguished honor recognizes Dr. Sadda’s longstanding commitment and invaluable contributions to APAO scientific programs, which have helped advance ophthalmic education and enriched the global ophthalmology community. The award will be presented later this week during the 41st APAO Congress, taking place February 5–8, 2026, in Hong Kong.

Congratulations to Dr. Sadda on this well-deserved recognition!

01/31/2026

The 4th Annual Doheny-UCLA International Retina Symposium 👁️ was held today. It was a day full of world-class science, and real camaraderie.

What stood out most was the collaborative spirit within the UCLA Department of Ophthalmology. From thoughtful case discussions to moments of good-natured challenge, learning felt truly shared. A highlight was watching Dr. David Sarraf test the faculty with complex and intriguing retinal cases, sparking lively dialogue and sharp clinical insight.

With international perspectives from Sobha Sivaprasad, MD, FRCOpth, of Moorfields Eye Hospital and Mark W. Johnson, MD, of the University of Michigan, the day delivered practical takeaways, fresh thinking, and a clear focus on better care for patients with retinal disease.

A special shout out to Doheny’s Dr. Michael Ip for putting together an excellent program and Dr. Giulia Corradetti on her first stint as Doheny CME course co-director.

01/29/2026

In recognition of Glaucoma Awareness Month, Doheny-UCLA glaucoma specialist Brian A. Francis, MD, MS, shares insights on what’s next in glaucoma care in a recent interview with Glaucoma Physician.

From advances in imaging and genetics to emerging approaches in neuroprotection and patient-centered care, Dr. Francis looks ahead at how glaucoma management continues to evolve.

To read or see the full interview: https://www.glaucomaphysician.net/issues/2026/january/looking-ahead-during-glaucoma-awareness-month/

Brian A. Francis, MD, discusses emerging diagnostics, neuroprotection, and patient-centered advances shaping the future of glaucoma management.