Welcome to the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University. We are committed to advancing the understanding and treatment of ocular disorders. Department scientists and clinical researchers collaborate to investigate the origins of ocular disease and devise new diagnostic and treatment modalities. As part of a world-renowned teaching hospital, our ophthalmologists in turn use these state-of-the-art modalities to provide patients with the best possible outcomes.

Our mission is to train future leaders in ophthalmology, whether in scientific investigation or patient care. The competitiveness of our residency program speaks to the commitment our faculty has to our residents and medical students.

Great artists Claude Monet and Edgar Degas, struggled with eye disease during their life. Michael Marmor, MD. and his research shows how their work was affected by their deteriorating vision. More »
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Dr. Glenn Cockerham, Clinical Associate Professor of Ophthalmology (Affiliated), was recently one of two researchers recognized with the prestigious Olin Teague Award for their research in vision issues that led to improved eye and vision injury examination techniques for Veterans.
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