Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Leading the Future of Eye & Vision Care

As a nationally recognized leader for over 100 years, we continue to shape the future of eye care through expert clinical care, pioneering research, and world-class education and training in ophthalmology.

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A Commitment to Excellence

Based at the W.K. Kellogg Eye Center, the U-M Medical School Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences brings together clinicians, scientists, and educators who work closely to advance patient care, research, and training, strengthening Michigan Medicine’s leadership in ophthalmic care and vision science locally, nationally, and globally.

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About

Learn how the department advances eye and vision care through expert care, research, and education.

Education

Explore our training programs and discover how we prepare future leaders in ophthalmology and vision science.

Research

Discover the research driving new insights and advancements in eye disease prevention and treatment.

People

Meet the clinicians, scientists and educators making an impact in eye and vision health.

Patient Care

Find nationally recognized expert eye care focused on protecting and improving your vision.

Global Ophthalmology

Explore how our program works worldwide to prevent blindness through training, research, and partnership.

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Michigan's #1 Eye Hospital

Year after year, Kellogg Eye Center is recognized as one of the nation’s top eye care centers. Ranked #8 in the U.S. and #1 in Michigan by U.S. News & World Report, we’re proud to deliver world-class ophthalmology care close to home.

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Driving Discovery, Delivering Care, Shaping the Future

By the Numbers
These facts and figures highlight the department’s clinical volume, academic excellence, research impact, and longstanding commitment to advancing eye care and vision science.

This information is for fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025).
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150
Faculty Members
236,700
Clinic Visits
11,105
Surgical Procedures
$13.6M
Externally Funded Research Expenditures
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Annual Report

We are advancing vision care and making a profound impact on the lives of our patients, their families, and the broader communities we serve.

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    The Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is globally recognized for outstanding patient care, leading-edge research, and cultivating the next generation of ophthalmology leaders.

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    Give the Gift of Sight

    Your gift helps our doctors and scientists save sight and advance treatments for common and rare eye diseases. Contributions accelerate research, expand access to care, and train the next generation of eye care leaders, ensuring that we continue to improve lives both in Michigan and around the world.

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    Upcoming Events

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    9 25 2026 8:00 am 9 25 2026 - 5:00 pm

    32nd Annual Fall Alumni Reunion
    Join us for an engaging, practical ophthalmology program where you’ll gain new ways to care for patients with vision-threatening conditions, connect with colleagues, learn the latest techniques, and bring the newest advances into your practice.
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    Featured News & Stories

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    Patient with retinitis pigmentosa receives new hope at Kellogg’s low vision clinic

    Retinitis pigmentosa can lead to vision loss, but DNA testing, inherited retinal disease research and AI glasses offer new hope.
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    Medical School News

    Medical School well-represented among Strategic Initiative Fund’s first recipients

    On Aug. 26, the University of Michigan announced 37 projects that will receive $40 million in initial funding from the Strategic Initiative Fund to pursue bold ideas.
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    Rare genetic eye disease treated with gene therapy helps 2 children see again

    Mia and Niko Spicer were diagnosed with Leber’s congenital amaurosis type 2, a rare genetic eye disease, and were treated with the gene therapy Luxturna to improve their vision.
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    Medical students develop novel technological solutions for unmet patient needs

    University of Michigan medical students showcased AI-driven healthcare innovation projects focused on melanoma support, transplant recovery and primary care access.
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    Department News

    Fulbright Award Enables Low-Vision Rehabilitation Partnership in Taiwan

    A Kellogg Eye Center faculty member Sherry Day is headed to Taiwan this fall on a federal Fulbright Scholars Award to help establish the country’s first comprehensive, interdisciplinary low-vision rehabilitation center.
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    Health Lab

    A new clue for aging eyes

    Struggling to read more than six lines on an eye chart with fading letters may serve as a visual “yellow light” for older adults—raising red flags that routine exams sometimes fail to detect.