UT Southwestern Ophthalmology

Yesterday we were honored to welcome Marek Napierala, Ph.D., Professor of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, as our Visual Sciences Seminar Series guest speaker. 

Thank you, Dr. Napierala! 👏 

@WertLaboratory #UTSWOphthalmology #FriedreichsAtaxia #UTSW

ARVO 2026 👁️✨   Our faculty, labs, and trainees recently attended the annual ARVO meeting, where they engaged with the latest advances in vision science and connected with leaders from around the world.   #UTSWOphthalmology #ARVO #VisionScience #UTSW

Advancing care with precision during Retinoblastoma Awareness Week 🎗️   @JWHarbourMD shares how innovative, eye-focused therapies are changing outcomes for patients in this MedBlog.   🔗 Read now: utswmed.org/medblog/retino…   #UTSWOphthalmology #Retinoblastoma #OcularOncology #UTSW

Welcoming our newest team members at our recent Lunch With the Chair, @JWHarbourMD! 🍽️ This event was a great opportunity for new employees to connect with departmental leadership, build relationships, and begin their journey with UTSW Ophthalmology. 💙 #UTSWOphthalmology #UTSW

We're proud to share that Ahmed Alshaikhsalama, M.D., PGY-1 Resident, was recently published in ScienceDirect as the primary author of "Ophthalmic Subspecialty Medicare Reimbursement Decline Over the Past Decade." 👏   👉 Read now: sciencedirect.com/science/articl… #OphthalmologyResident

Retinoblastoma Awareness Week 👁️🎗️ Early detection can save lives. Swipe to learn the signs and how to seek care. 👉 Read more about Retinoblastoma here: utswmed.org/conditions-tre… #UTSWOphthalmology #RetinoblastomaAwareness #Retinoblastoma #PediatricCancer #UTSW

This Nurses Week, we proudly recognize Jeanne Reveldez, Advanced Practice RN, for her exceptional dedication to patient care. 👏 Your expertise, compassion, and commitment to vision health make a lasting impact every day. Thank you for all that you do. 💙 #NursesWeek #UTSW

Join us for the next VSSS on Thursday, May 14th! 🔬 We’re excited to welcome Marek Napierala, Ph.D. Contact Carey Chafouleas to attend in-person or via Zoom. 🔗 Learn more here: events.utsouthwestern.edu/event/visual-s…

Great talks today by Robertson lab members Dr Belinda Hernandez and Harrison Lee #ARVO2026 @UTSWOphth

Good morning, @arvoinfo! Interested in the gene regulatory networks involved in retinal development? Come hear @emilyrnett talk this morning! #ARVO2026 @UTSWOphth

An evening of celebration and connection with our PGY‑4 residents and fellows! ✨ Thank you to @JWHarbourMD and family for hosting such a wonderful gathering, and for your continued commitment to mentorship and community within our department. 💙 #UTSWOphthalmology

We're proud to share that Kate Borner, graduate student researcher in @PetrollLab, will be presenting at ARVO 2026 within the cornea section on Wednesday, May 6th at 10:15am.   🔗 See the complete list of UTSW presentations & posters here: bit.ly/UTSW-ARVO-2026 #UTSW #Cornea

This morning during Grand Rounds we heard case presentations from Angelica Garcia, M.D., and Michael Quintero, M.D., both PGY‑2 residents. Drs. Garcia and Quintero are mentored by Rafael Ufret‑Vincenty, M.D., who also delivered today’s Retina Imaging Conference lecture.

Congratulations to Cassandra Wilson and Anil Joy on being recognized as Gold PACT Pin Honorees! 👏 We are proud to celebrate their contributions and the exceptional standards they represent within our department.

See any familiar faces? 👀 #UTSWOphthalmology #WhatWereYouLikeInThe90s #UTSW #tbt

Emily Nettesheim, Ph.D., of @WertLaboratory will be presenting at ARVO 2026. Her abstract received a "Hot Topic" designation, and will take place on Tuesday, May 5th at 8:45am. 🔗 See the complete list of UTSW presentations & posters here: bit.ly/UTSW-ARVO-2026

Today on Clinical Research Professionals Day, we celebrate our incredible CRU team. 💙 Your dedication drives innovation, enhances patient care, and advances clinical research. Thank you for the impact you make today and always! 🔬👁️ #UTSWOphthalmology #ClinicalResearch #UTSW

What fuels a passion for research? 🔬💡 At the recent Southwestern Vision Science Summit, our medical student poster presenters answered one question: “What excites you most about your work?” 👉 Watch now on Instagram: instagram.com/reel/DXo_h3fgH… #UTSWOphthalmology #VisionScience

ARVO 2026 is only a few weeks away! ✈️🔬 Our faculty, labs, and trainees will be sharing a wide range of posters and presentations showcasing innovative research and discovery. 🔗 See the complete list here: bit.ly/UTSW-ARVO-2026 #UTSWOphthalmology #ARVO2026 #UTSW

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! ✨ Today we celebrate our incredible admin team who keeps our department running smoothly with their expertise, compassion, and dedication. We are grateful for everything you do! 💙 #UTSWOphthalmology #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay