Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

A woman using the HERU eye testing device, with the headset on her head and with a handheld device

Clinical Care

In Sight: Bascom Palmer Spinoff Celebrates 1 Million Eyes Tested

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Nov. 11 2025 |
Dr. Kendall Donaldson in black coat, on black background

Clinical Care

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Ophthalmologist Reaches 100-Case Cataract Surgery Milestone

Dr. Kendall Donaldson performed her 100th cataract surgery using innovative Light Adjustable Lens...

Oct. 31 2025 |
Ophthalmologist examining patient's eyes

Clinical Care

University of Miami Health System’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Opening in Abu Dhabi

America’s top-ranked eye hospital for 24 years expands internationally with landmark Abu Dhabi facility. ...

Oct. 29 2025 |
Dr. Michael Rizzo in surgical scrubs with patient Banu Enes, in a hospital gown and bed

Clinical Care

UHealth Surgical Services at SoLé Mia Marks a Milestone for Flagship Center

The state-of-the-art ambulatory surgical suite marks yet another significant...

Oct. 28 2025 |
Dr. Fred Telischi taking a selfie with Dr. Zoukaa Sargi at the Faculty Excellence Awards

Grants and Awards

Celebrating Excellence: The 2025 Faculty Awards Ceremony

Eighteen distinguished Miller School faculty members and clinicians were recognized...

Oct. 06 2025 |
Retina damage from diabetes. Computer illustration showing an ophthalmoscope view of the right eye affected by non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy.

Research and Innovation

Diabetes Research Institute, Bascom Palmer Scientists Reveal How Diabetes Leads to Vision Loss

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Sep. 08 2025 |
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Research and Innovation

Restoring Vision by Targeting Cholesterol Homeostasis: New Research for Demyelinating Eye Disease

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Sep. 03 2025 |
Dr. Jean-Marie Parel, holding a disc and standing in an ophthalmology lab

Research and Innovation

Dr. Jean-Marie Parel: Six Decades of Ophthalmic Innovations

The Henri & Flore Lesieur Chair in Ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye...

Aug. 25 2025 |

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Eye Care

Cataract Surgery: When to Seek Treatment and What to Expect for Recovery

Live long enough, and you’ll probably need cataract surgery. “Cataract surgery is a normal part of aging....

Jun. 05 2025 |
Smiling Hispanic kids pose for the camera while playing outside. The young boy is wearing glasses.

Eye Care

Seeing Clearly: Simple Steps to Maintain Eye Health

Our eyes, according to poets and playwrights,...

May. 20 2025 |
Young Hispanic woman uses eye drops to fight irritation.

Eye Care

How to Navigate the Challenges of Dry Eye Disease

Imagine the gritty feel of sand particles under your eyelids. Or how your eyes...

Mar. 27 2025 |

Eye Care

Top Eye Care Tips for 2025

See the world through a new lens this year! Sight is one of our most valuable senses and it’s important to protect...

Jan. 31 2025 |
man losing glasses vision correction

Eye Care

Young Man Achieves Life-Long Dream of Ditching Glasses Forever

22-year-old Ethan Edge started wearing glasses in the first grade. “I wake up and I’m like, “Where are they?”...

Jan. 08 2025 |
Senior Hispanic man in glasses peers at photographer

Brain & Spine

Does Your Eye Health Impact Your Dementia Risk?

As we all grow older, our vision changes. On a less severe level, people may...

Nov. 12 2024 |
Man rubbing his red, itchy eyes.

Eye Care

Blepharitis: What’s Behind Your Red, Itchy Eyes

Are your eyelids red and tender? Do your eyes itch and burn? Are you unusually sensitive to...

Sep. 23 2024 |
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Advancements

Telemedicine as Part of the Patient Journey

Ophthalmologist Giselle Ricur, M.D., is a zealous advocate...

Sep. 16 2024 |

Images Magazine

Supporting Vision Research

As a neuroradiologist in Birmingham, Ala., Ronald A. Lepke, M.D., took pride in delivering excellent care to his patients. Thanks to a caring and compassionate specialist at Bascom...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

“Bascom Palmer Gave Me Back My Life”

Jules and Shirley Arkin feel a strong sense of connection with Bascom Palmer. More than 30 years ago, Jules Arkin was seen by retinal specialist J....

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

Gordon Miller, M.D., Honors Bascom Palmer’s Founder

In February 1960, Gordon Miller was a senior at Washington University School of Medicine and wanted to avoid the winter in St. Louis. He came to...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

Al Miami

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming eye care around the world. This powerful technology which will make it easier to diagnose a wide range of eye diseases...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

For Your Eyes Only Naples

Ladies gathered in Naples for the annual “For Your Eyes Only” luncheon to engage with some of Bascom Palmer’s women in ophthalmology. Guests learned about Bascom...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

For Your Eyes Only Palm Beach

Jorge Fortun, M.D., retina specialist and medical director of Bascom Palmer at Palm Beach Gardens, was the featured speaker at the third annual “For Your Eyes...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

Palm Beach Medical Forum

First held in 1988, the Palm Beach Medical Forum is a popular Palm Beach tradition where Bascom Palmer’s physicians share the most recent vision research and...

Jan. 05 2021 |

Images Magazine

Eye on the World

To honor Bascom Palmer’s global impact, the Institute was thrilled to host its fourth annual Evening of Vision Gala, “Eye on the World.” Since opening its...

Jan. 05 2021 |