Eye School
November 7, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Curious about how your eyes work and how to protect your vision for a lifetime? Join us for Eye School, an engaging community education event designed for anyone interested in learning more about eye health. This half-day program will feature five informative presentations led by eye care experts, covering a variety of common eye conditions and vision topics. Whether you’re looking to better understand your own eye health, support a loved one, or simply expand your knowledge, Eye School offers valuable information in a welcoming and interactive setting. The event will take place in the Empire Room at the Hershey Lodge and begins at 8:00 AM. Come discover the fascinating world of eyes and gain practical insights that can help you see your best for years to come!
8 – 8:30: Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 8:40: Welcome and Introduction of speakers
David A. Quillen, MD
George & Barbara Blankenship Professor and Chair
Department of Ophthalmology
Director, Penn State Eye Center
8:40 – 9:10: What’s in an Eye?
Shavini Athukorala, MD
Ophthalmology Resident
9:15 – 9:45: Eye Myths: Fact or Fiction
Julia Faust
Medical Student
9:50 – 10:20: Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Devon Hughes, MD
Cornea Fellow
10:25 – 10:45: Break with Refreshments
10:50 – 11:20: When Should You Call Your Eye Doctor?
Kristine Antanesian
Medical Student
11:25 – 11:55: Windows to Vision: What Pupils and Visual Fields Reveal
Jui Pandya, MD
Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
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