The Eye & Ear Foundation’s October 9th webinar, “Bringing Hearing to the Greater Pittsburgh Community,” was presented by Catherine V. Palmer, PhD, UPMC Director of Audiology, Professor of Otolaryngology-Head & […]
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At the UPMC Vision Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh, we are advancing a coordinated set of initiatives designed to expand access to vision care, […]
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A collaboration between the Department of Ophthalmology and POWER (PA Organization for Women in Early Recovery) resulted in the first outdoor mobile optometry clinic. “The event was a success,” said […]
Because the University of Pittsburgh Department of Communication Science and Disorders and UPMC’s Communication Van is much larger and more specialized than a typical vehicle, the team quickly realized that […]
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 […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]