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Leslie Merryman

April is Women’s Eye Health & Safety Month

Women are at higher risk than men for: Autoimmune Conditions (including thyroid eye disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren’s syndrome) Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Geographic Atrophy Blindness and significant vision impairment Glaucoma Dry Eye Refractive Error Vision changes due to pregnancy, use of birth control, or menopause Prevent Blindness has…

Congratulations Bryce Buchowicz, MD!

2026 Chapman Chapter of Gold Humanism Honor Society inductee In recognition of their commitment to humanistic goals in clinical care, leadership and service, 32 University of Florida College of Medicine community members were inducted into the Chapman Chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society Feb. 7, including our…

February is AMD Macular Degeneration Low vision Awareness Month!

February is national age related macular degeneration (AMD) and low vision awareness month. AMD is the leading cause of low vision and blindness in Americans age 60 years and older and affects 1.6 million Americans.  As the Baby Boomer generation ages, the rates of AMD are expected to reach “…

AAO 2025 Alumni Reception

What a great turnout at the UF Ophthalmology Alumni Reception during American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting 2025 in Orlando! Fantastic to see the Gator Nation so well represented.

American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting

Some of our team at American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting in Orlando! Dr. Sarac with our residents, Dr. Young and Dr. Oberfeld, connecting, learning, and sharing insights at this year’s conference. We’re proud of our program and their dedication to advancing excellence in ophthalmology!…

Vision Awareness Expo is a Success

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Vision Awareness Expo at UF Health The Oaks. Attendees explored technology and services for people who are visually impaired or blind, connected with local agencies and learned more about available community resources. Image Gallery…

A vision of hope

Jeffrey Levenson, MD ’84, illuminates the world for patients When a young Jeffrey Levenson, MD ’84, followed his heart to the UF College of Medicine in 1979, he had no idea pursuing the love of his life, Ilene Levenson, MD ’82, would kick-start a monumental career curing blindness for over…

Vision Awareness Expo

10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, September 27, 2025 UF Health | Eye Center – The Oaks 6201 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605 Explore technology, services and resources designed to support people who are visually impaired or blind. Enjoy refreshments, enter to win prizes and connect with agencies and vendors—all in…

Team work in Action!

Dr. Sarac and resident Dr. Rho tackled a complex cataract surgery that led to a fantastic result. Moments like these highlight the strength of our training program and the dedication of our faculty and residents.