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SUMMARY:Webinar - Dispelling the Myths of Glaucoma Surgery: What Each Patient Needs to Know
DESCRIPTION:Glaucoma surgery is an ever-expanding field\, with new procedures and devices available now\, with additional options on the horizon. However\, not all procedures are appropriate for each patient and the expansive treatment paradigm can be overwhelming for patients. Dr. Misra will discuss the range of surgical options for glaucoma patients\, from procedural pharmaceuticals\, laser treatments\, and minimally invasive glaucoma procedures to traditional filtering surgery. We will debunk certain myths about glaucoma surgery and discuss what each surgery entails\, from how to prepare and what to expect\, to recovery times and restrictions\, so that patients may better understand the options recommended by their provider. \n \n 
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/dispelling-the-myths-of-glaucoma-surgery-what-each-patient-needs-to-know-2/
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SUMMARY:TGF on Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew
DESCRIPTION:Watch TGF’s segment on “Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew” with our President and CEO Elena Sturman and Hillary Golden\, Glaucoma Coach & Patient Moderator to TGF’s APUP Support Group.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/health-uncensored-with-dr-drew/
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SUMMARY:TGF's 41st Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:RSVP HERE \n\n\nSince 1984\, The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) has worked to identify\, encourage\, and fund cutting-edge glaucoma research\, provide education for physicians and patients\, and improve life for millions of people living with vision loss. Please join us on April 3rd\, 2025 when our honorees will be presented with The Kitty Carlisle Hart Award for their lifetime achievements and contributions to the work of the Foundation.  \nThe black-tie awards dinner will be held at the beautiful Mandarin Oriental overlooking Columbus Circle in Manhattan. We are excited to share this celebratory evening with you.  \nAll of the gala proceeds will benefit the programs and initiatives of the Foundation and if you cannot attend but would like to show your support\, you can do so by making a contribution of any size\, donating a page to the gala journal\, or purchasing a seat at the dinner for a young glaucoma fellow. You can find out more about the event and make your contribution online by using the RSVP link below. \nThank you for your abiding support of The Glaucoma Foundation.  \nI look forward to sharing your reply with our honorees and hope to see you in April. \nSincerely\, \nElena Sturman\nPresident and CEO                                                                                                                       \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/tgf-41st-annual-gala/
LOCATION:The Mandarin Oriental\, 80 Columbus Circle at 60th St\, New York\, NY
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SUMMARY:Webinar - An Update and Review of Visual Fields\, Home Visual Field Testing\, and Virtual Reality Perimetry
DESCRIPTION:This webinar delves into the critical role of visual field testing in glaucoma management\, focusing on cutting-edge advancements. Participants will explore traditional perimetry techniques alongside the burgeoning fields of remote (home) testing and virtual reality perimetry. The session will cover the principles behind these technologies\, their clinical applications in detecting and monitoring glaucomatous damage\, and the practical considerations of implementing them in patient care. Attendees will gain insights into how these innovations enhance access to testing\, improve patient comfort\, and potentially revolutionize the way visual field assessments are conducted in glaucoma.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/webinar-an-update-and-review-of-visual-fields-home-visual-field-testing-and-virtual-reality-perimetry/
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Low Vision and Glaucoma: Making the Most of Your Sight
DESCRIPTION:Vision loss due to glaucoma can affect patients in many ways. This webinar will discuss how glaucoma can impact your vision and your ability to complete everyday tasks\, as well as what can be done to maximize your visual function. We will describe what a low vision specialist is\, and what a low vision exam entails. New adaptive technologies will be discussed\, and experts will take audience questions.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/webinar-low-vision-and-glaucoma-making-the-most-of-your-sight/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:29th Annual Glaucoma Foundation Think Tank
DESCRIPTION:Our 29th Annual Glaucoma Foundation Think Tank titled – The Future of Glaucoma: Harnessing Data\, AI and Precision Medicine for Patient-Centered Care will take place June 20-21\, 2025 at the Kimpton Hotel Eventi (851 Sixth Avenue\, New York\, NY 10001). This meeting is held over 1.5 days and is designed to explore the most cutting-edge topics in glaucoma that will culminate in a brainstorming session on Saturday morning. \nIf you are interested in sponsorship opportunities or attending this event please contact esturman@glaucomafoundation.org
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/29th-annual-think-tank/
LOCATION:Kimpton Hotel Eventi\, 851 Sixth Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10001\, United States
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SUMMARY:Do I Have the Right Glaucoma Doctor?
DESCRIPTION:An ophthalmologist\, optometrist\, and two glaucoma patients will discuss the importance of working with the right doctor\, and how to know if you have the best doctor for you. \n \n  \n  \nSpeakers: \nJohn Berdahl\, MD\nOphthalmologist | Glaucoma Specialist\n \nJohn Berdahl\, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist\, practicing in Sioux Falls\, SD at Vance Thompson Vision. He is widely regarded as one of the leading international cataract surgeons\, and is one of the very few surgeons in the United States who is also fellowship-trained in cornea\, glaucoma\, and refractive surgery. His published work has primarily focused on the fundamental causes of glaucoma\, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery\, and Astigmatism Management\, during and after cataract surgery. \nDr. Berdahl has been involved in numerous monitored clinical trials on some of the most exciting technologies in ophthalmology. He also founded Balance Ophthalmics which is developing the first non-surgical\, non-pharmacologic way to lower eye pressure for glaucoma treatment. He is the co-founder of ExpertOpinion.MD\, which provides online opinions to patients from top doctors around the world. \nDr. Berdahl is a member of the Board of Directors of The Glaucoma Foundation. \nMurray Fingeret\, OD\nOptometrist \nDr. Murray Fingeret is a Clinical Professor at the State University of New York\, College of Optometry and was Chief of the Optometry Section\, Brooklyn/St. Albans Campus\, Department of Veterans Administration New York Harbor Health Care System from 1983 until 2020.  \nDr. Fingeret was inducted into the National Optometry Hall of Fame in 2019 and sits on the Board of Directors of the Glaucoma Foundation. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry\, Silver Fellow of the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and a member of the American Glaucoma Society\, the American Optometric Association\, and the National Academies of Practice. Dr. Fingeret is a founding member and past president of the Optometric Glaucoma Society and currently the president of the Optometric Glaucoma Foundation. \nPatricia Lee Caulfield\nGlaucoma Patient\n \nAs a visually impaired artist\, Patricia raises awareness about glaucoma and other diseases which cause vision loss. She works primarily in mixed media.   \nPatricia takes part in the Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital’s annual event\, Art Ability\, in Malvern\, PA.  She recently founded her own nonprofit\, InSight Arts\, to promote the artwork of visually impaired artists. Her first public show runs for six weeks at Creative York in York\, PA\, May 2026.  \nPatricia founded an art show benefiting research and educational programs for the Glaucoma Research Foundation in San Francisco\, CA\, in 2022 – 2025. A keynote speaker and patient advocate\, she received the President’s Award from GRF for her work in promoting hope through art. She was the keynote speaker at the Autumn Social for TGF in October of 2024 and recently gave a talk on “Ownership of your disease: My advice to patients afflicted with glaucoma” at the Foundation’s annual Think Tank. She contributes her artwork annually to TGF’s annual online fundraiser\, VISIONS FOR VISION: The TGF Art Challenge to Celebrate Vision. \nMitch Hill\nGlaucoma Patient \nMitch retired as the CFO of Inari Medical in late 2024. He joined the company in early 2019 and helped lead Inari through its IPO in May 2020 and significant growth thereafter. Mitch completed his undergraduate work at Brigham Young University and his MBA from Harvard Business School. \nMitch served as public company CFO for several companies. Most recently\, he worked in the medical device industry as well as in health care services. Prior to his healthcare career\, Mitch worked as CFO in e-commerce (Buy.com) and in entertainment (Walt Disney Imagineering). \nMitch has an additional\, personal interest in serving as a TGF Board member\, as he was diagnosed with normal-tension glaucoma in 2017. He appreciates the amazing glaucoma research which is underway and focused on helping to arrest and someday reverse the course of this disease. \n  \n\n\n \n 
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/webinar-do-i-have-the-right-glaucoma-doctor/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Webinar - The Treatment Toolbox: Options That Make a Difference
DESCRIPTION:Glaucoma therapies are constantly evolving. Dr. Constance Okeke talks about treatment options for glaucoma and what therapies might be most valuable to you. \n\n \nDr. Constance Okeke\, MD\, MSCE\, is a renowned cataract surgeon and a pioneer in micro-invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) with Ivy-League training. Dr. Okeke serves as the Lead Glaucoma Specialist at Virginia Eye Consultants\, an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia Medical School\, and actively contributes to clinical research\, peer-to-peer education\, and publications in esteemed ophthalmology journals. Her dedication to patient education is evident through her AGE Initiative\, Advocates for Glaucoma Education\, where the foundational resource is her most recent book\, “The Glaucoma Guidebook” – A Johns Hopkins Health Book\, which won the Best Book Award from the  American Book Fest. Her accomplishments have earned her recognition on The Ophthalmologist’s Global Power List for 2021 and 2022.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/webinar-the-treatment-toolbox-options-that-make-a-difference/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Your Genes & Your Vision: Understanding Glaucoma Risk with Dr. Louis Pasquale and Glaucoma Patient Hillary Golden
DESCRIPTION:A glaucoma polygenic risk score (PRS) is increasingly recognized as an important single-number summary of glaucoma\, reflecting the influence of millions of genetic variants on the development of the disease. A glaucoma PRS is an ideal summary that will motivate patients and their providers to take proactive steps to prevent the downstream effects of glaucoma. This webinar examines how the glaucoma PRS is affecting both patients and providers.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/your-genes-your-vision-understanding-glaucoma-risk-with-dr-louis-pasquale-and-glaucoma-patient-hillary-golden/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T170000
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SUMMARY:Living and Thriving with Glaucoma: Practical Skills for Work\, Driving\, Parenting\, and Daily Life
DESCRIPTION:Glaucoma affects more than just your eyes. It can reshape your routines\, work\, and family life. Learn practical strategies for managing vision changes at any stage: including workplace accommodations\, safe driving practices\, parenting tips\, and tools to stay independent and confident. \n \n 
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/living-and-thriving-with-glaucoma-practical-skills-for-work-driving-parenting-and-daily-life/
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SUMMARY:Home IOP Tonometry: Improving Patient Care with Better Management and Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will review the current state of care for home IOP monitoring\, review the available devices and the devices in development as well as present real world cases and learnings where knowing IOPs outside the office significantly change the course of their glaucoma treatment.
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/home-iop-tonometry-improving-patient-care-with-better-management-and-empowerment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T183000
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SUMMARY:42nd Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:6:30 PM\, Thursday\, April 16th\, 2026\nThe Mandarin Oriental\n80 Columbus Circle at 60th St.\, NYC \nThe Glaucoma Foundation’s Chairman’s Spotlight Award\nwill be presented to the legendary Nile Rodgers\,\nRock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee\,\nSongwriters Hall of Fame inductee and a\nmultiple Grammy Award winning songwriter\,\ncomposer\, producer\, arranger and guitarist \nThe Kitty Carlisle Hart Award of Merit for Lifetime Achievement\nwill be presented to Daria Becker Barry\, principal at\nProspect Capital Management and co-founder of\nThe John and Daria Barry Family Foundation \nThe Patient Empowerment Award\nwill be presented to Hillary A. Golden\, patient\, advocate\,\nand founder of Glaucoma Coach\nCo-Chairs: Jay Hoffman & Gregory K. Harmon\, MD\nMaster of Ceremonies: Jai G. Parekh\, MD
URL:https://glaucomafoundation.org/event/42nd-anniversary-gala/
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