Philanthropy
May 9, 2025
Andrew J. Viterbi, a renowned pioneer in the communications world, is creating a lasting legacy in health care through a philanthropic gift of $50 million to UCSD.
Faculty Testimonial
May 9, 2025
The shuttle car drops me off in front of the Shiley Eye Institute, part of UCSD Healthcare. I’m getting a clouded, natural lens removed and a clear, acrylic one put in. Even though cataract surgery is one of the most common procedures in the aging population and I have Dr. Robert N. Weinreb—the best possible surgeon—doing the operation, I am anxious.
Faculty Testimonial
May 9, 2025
Simply a note to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for all that you’ve done for Judy over the past 10 years.
Faculty Testimonial
May 9, 2025
As a senior, I was nervous and apprehensive before my appointment at Shiley. I had cancelled all my other doctor appointments. Even before I got into the front door my fears were alleviated!
Faculty Testimonial
May 9, 2025
In the last 2.5 years, I have had the misfortune of suffering from glaucoma. I asked UCSD for a doctor and was fortunate to get Dr. Robert Weinreb.
Faculty Spotlight
May 8, 2025
Professor of Ophthalmology and Pathology, and Chief of Ophthalmic Molecular Genetics Laboratory (CLIA certified) at the Shiley Eye Institute and Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology at UC San Diego.
Faculty Spotlight
May 9, 2025
Professor of Ophthalmology and Plastic Surgery in the Division of Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Shiley Eye Institute (SEI) and the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology.
Philanthropy
April 23, 2025
Meet Jill Herndon and learn about her planned estate giving.
News
April 12, 2025
High and low levels of high-density lipoprotein were found to be significantly associated with the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration, reports a team of researchers from the University of California San Diego.
News
February 28, 2025
The research began in 2021 to study the PRPH2 gene linked to early macular degeneration and loss of central vision. This stem cell research aims to develop an early diagnosis and cure. The Nixon Visions Foundation is also partnering with the Foundation Fighting Blindness to build momentum and increase national and global research in this area.
News
February 27, 2025
In November 2022, Hanna and Mark Gleiberman made a transformational gift to the Viterbi Family Department of Ophthalmology and the Shiley Eye Institute (SEI) at UC San Diego in support of restoring vision loss from glaucoma.
News
December 6, 2024
UC San Diego Health and a mother’s love lead to the simple joy of restful sleep for 7-year-old
Events
December 21, 2024
SEI celebrates our dear friend Darlene Shiley as the 2023 UC San Diego Lifetime Legacy Award recipient. Darlene and Donald Shiley's transformational gift established SEI at UC San Diego.
Events
November 22, 2024
Advanced Oculofacial Surgery: Techniques and Trends is a specialized course designed for oculofacial surgeons at any level, interested in mastering the intricacies of oculofacial surgical procedures.
Philanthropy
May 9, 2025
Andrew J. Viterbi, a renowned pioneer in the communications world, is creating a lasting legacy in health care through a philanthropic gift of $50 million to UCSD.
Philanthropy
April 23, 2025
Meet Jill Herndon and learn about her planned estate giving.
