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CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology
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👋 We are the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine
👁 Dedicated to Bringing Sight to Life
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Targeted immunotherapy can be life-changing for some patients with thyroid eye disease.

Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD, shares how he decides when it’s the right fit — and why teamwork across specialties is essential for the best outcomes.

Watch to learn more. 🎥 👀
November 12, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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Emily Cole, MD, and Marc Mathias, MD, represented CU Anschutz at Advances in Pediatric Retina 2025, the world’s largest pediatric retina meeting. They presented research on P score data and the PCARP n-Lorem patient, highlighting innovation in pediatric retinal care. 🌟
November 10, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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“Just because you have #cataracts doesn’t mean you need surgery right away.” 👀

Michael Wildes, MD, clinical director at the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center, shares key factors patients should consider before cataract surgery.

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#Ophthalmology
November 7, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Yesterday, our team welcomed Colorado legislators to the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center for an afternoon focused on vision health, innovation, and collaboration 👁️

#CUEyeCenter #CSEPS #VisionHealth #Ophthalmology
November 6, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Still reminiscing on #AAO2025 👁️

Our CU Anschutz Ophthalmology team had an incredible time connecting, sharing research, and celebrating advances in vision science.

#CUAnschutz #Ophthalmology #AAO #VisionResearch
November 3, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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From colored contacts to glittery makeup, some Halloween looks can be frightful for your eyes. 👁️🎃

CU Anschutz ophthalmologist Casey Smith, MD, shares tips to help keep eyes safe this spooky season. 🕸️

Read more: https://bit.ly/47kwXjL

#EyeHealth #HalloweenSafety
Tips on How to Avoid Eye Injuries This Halloween
Pediatric ophthalmologist Casey Smith, MD, offers advice on ways people can protect themselves from common Halloween eye injuries.
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October 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Our CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology team joined the Denver Vision Walk to support retinal disease research and awareness! 👁️💙 Grateful for everyone who stopped by our booth and shared in the mission to advance sight-saving science. #VisionWalk
October 30, 2025 at 9:50 PM
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Clarke Octigan, a patient of Scott Oliver, MD, was honored with a Courage Award at the Melanoma Research Foundation Denver Gala.

A powerful reminder of the strength, resilience, and hope behind every patient story. 💙

#Ophthalmology #MelanomaAwareness #PatientStories
October 29, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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At the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center Symposium, CU Anschutz experts discussed how AI can transform ophthalmology — from screening eye diseases to improving imaging and patient care.

“Safely deploying AI in the clinic takes time and collaboration.” 👁️🤖
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How Ophthalmologists are Bringing Artificial Intelligence into Practice
At an annual symposium, CU Anschutz ophthalmologists discussed how AI is -- and may be -- incorporated into their research and clinical practice.
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October 27, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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Congratulations to Michael Puente, MD, recipient of the 2025 Artemis Award from American Academy of Ophthalmology!

This honor recognizes a Young Ophthalmologist whose compassion & dedication to patients exemplify the spirit of Artemis — protector of the vulnerable. 🎉

#AAO2025 #Ophthalmology
October 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Madison Maidenberg of Love Is Blind is living with retinitis pigmentosa. 👁️

Marc Mathias, MD, explains how this inherited eye disease affects night & peripheral vision and why awareness matters.

#RetinitisPigmentosa #EyeHealth #LoveIsBlind #MedSky
October 21, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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New study from CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology compares standard & novel Leos™ ECP to TCP. Both ECP techniques showed less tissue disruption, highlighting the precision & safety advantages of ECP in glaucoma treatment. 👁️

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Acute structural effects of novel endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation ver | OPTH
Comparing acute structural changes of standard endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation and transscleral cyclophotocoagulation on the ciliary processes using SEM.
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October 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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The CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology is proud to collaborate with Verily to accelerate solutions for blinding eye diseases — leveraging our robust clinical data & Verily’s workbench environment to create AI models & explore new therapeutic avenues. 🌟

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Verily Launches Landmark Partnership With CU Anschutz And UCHealth
This landmark partnership between CU Anschutz, UCHealth and Verily is aiming to unlock significant insights from vast datasets.
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October 16, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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The CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology team attended the Melanoma Research Foundation's 14th Gala in support of research, education, and advocacy to find a cure for melanoma.
Proud to have the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center as a sponsor! 💛
#MelanomaAwareness #MedTwitter #Ophthalmology
October 15, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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What’s the link between #semaglutide and eye health? 🤔

Ophthalmologist Tianjing Li, MD, PhD, MHS discusses the importance of responsible use and why the evidence is still evolving.

Read her insights in @jamaophthalmology.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/475j0Vw

#medsky #ophthalmology
October 13, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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A new CU Anschutz-led study reviewed 99 studies on high-THC cannabis use and mental health. Findings show consistent links between high-potency products and psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder.

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October 10, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Our Uveitis team joined Walktober at Red Rocks to promote physical activity for people with uveitis, especially those with Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
Led by Dr. Hassman and team, the event was part of Birdshot Uveitis Society of North America's awareness effort! 💙 #uveitis #ophthalmology #medsky
October 8, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Meet Randy Lu, MD! 👋

Dr. Lu combines his love for microsurgery & innovation through work in cataract/refractive surgery and AI tools to boost efficiency & patient care.

Outside the OR, he skis, DJs, & hangs with his dog Joey (and still loves Taco Bell!). 🌮
October 6, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology is one of the few programs in the U.S. with an ophthalmic hospitalist. Daniel J. Ozzello, MD trains residents at the bedside during complex eye cases — advancing patient care & accelerating future clinicians’ growth. 🌟 https://bit.ly/42lNfG3
Becoming the 'Best Trained Ophthalmologists'
Collaboration with ophthalmic hospitalists accelerate ophthalmology training at CU Anschutz according to Daniel J. Ozzello, MD and Monica Ertel, MD, PhD.
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October 3, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Sophie Liao, MD & Cecelia Koetting, OD share 3 key insights on early treatment for thyroid eye disease in a new Ophthalmology Times podcast. 👁️

Listen: https://bit.ly/4304NaW

#ThyroidEyeDisease #Ophthalmology #MedSky
3 Things You Should Know About Early Treatment Intervention for TED | Ophthalmology Times - Clinical Insights for Eye Specialists
Ophthalmology Times connects eye care professionals with surgery, imaging, gene therapy, & diagnostic advances to enhance clinical and patient care.
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October 1, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Congrats to Mi-Hyun Nam, PhD, on receiving the 2025 Ellis New Investigator Award! 🎉
Her research focuses on protecting & restoring retinal ganglion cells to fight vision loss in glaucoma — paving the way for future therapies.

https://bit.ly/4myYoKN

#GlaucomaResearch
CU Ophthalmology Researcher Receives Award to Further Potentially Sight-Saving Glaucoma Research
Mi-Hyun Nam, PhD, was awarded the 2025 Philip and Elaine Ellis New Investigator in Ophthalmology Research Award.
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September 29, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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From the Philippines to Colorado — Almira Manzano, MD, spent 3 months at @cuanschutz.bsky.social learning from pediatric retina experts. She’ll bring new skills back to her hometown, where she’s one of only a few retina specialists caring for adults + children. 🌟
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Ophthalmologist From Philippines Expands Skillset at CU Anschutz
As part of an international program, Almira Manzano, MD, a retina specialist in the Philippines, spent three months learning at CU.
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September 26, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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CU Anschutz launches the Healthcare Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative to help turn research into real-world patient impact.

📅 Oct 1 | 12:30–1:30 PM MT
💻 Virtual on Zoom
Hear from faculty innovators + campus leaders.

👉 RSVP: https://bit.ly/4nQkz09
September 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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For Geoff Slingsby, MD, CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology is more than where he trained — it’s where he met his wife, saw his son follow in his footsteps, and now gives back to support the future of eye care. 💙

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/42Bxpak
From CU Alumni to Visionaries: Medical Family Gives Back to CU Ophthalmology
The Slingsby family, with three generations of doctors who trained at CU, supports the university's mission to advance eye health care.
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September 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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At the Global Ophthalmology Summit, Francisco J. Bonilla-Escobar, MD, MSc, PhD presented the first study on vision-related quality of life in Colombia’s Pijao Indigenous community. Findings highlight disparities & the need for greater equity in eye care — in Colombia & beyond. 🌎
September 18, 2025 at 6:49 PM