The Department of Ophthalmology held its first Community Vision Day on December 6 at the UPMC Vision Institute. Vision screenings, eye health evaluations, and exams for vision conditions were offered […]
Inaugural Community Vision Day
outreach
Meet Katie Cecconi, Community Service Coordinator
A partnership between the Department of Ophthalmology’s outreach missions, a grant from the Henry L. Hillman Foundation, and the Eye & Ear Foundation has resulted in a new position: Community […]
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Audiology Community Projects
UPMC Audiology has several programs that provide free hearing health care. Although these programs are well attended, the challenge is reaching all the individuals who need this assistance. To better […]
Department Outreach Initiatives
The Departments of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology have made community outreach a priority. Department of Ophthalmology When the Department of Ophthalmology asked about barriers to eye care at a recent vision […]
Improving Eye Care Delivery
Focusing on patient education, patient preferences, and system-based changes to broaden eye care delivery is Dr. Andrew Williams’ passion. The Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh talked […]