Leadership in action! ?? Our CEO, Viveka Rydell-Anderson JD, MSc, takes time to connect with the heart of our mission—our patients. Whether it’s in the operating room or the lobby, every conversation is a reminder of why we’re here: to bring life-changing vision care to those who need it most. ??? #Leadership #VisionCare #MakingConnections #PacificVisionFoundation Image description: A selfie showing three women inside the PVF lobby. On the left, Viveka smiles at the camera. In the center, a woman wearing a gray "Homebridge" hoodie waves while seated, holding a white plastic bag. On the right, a woman in a red and black checkered jacket, red scarf, and matching red hat stands with a walker, smiling. A digital display with a QR code and donation information is visible on the wall behind them.
Pacific Vision Foundation
慈善
San Francisco，California 1,012 位关注者
Excellent eyecare for all regardless of ability to pay.
关于我们
Pacific Vision Foundation (PVF) is dedicated to improving health equity in eye health and vision in collaboration with a community of physicians and other partners providing care and training. In 2020, PVF opened Pacific Vision Surgery Center, a brand-new 2 Operatory Room Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) in our Eye Institute building, to ensure more access to cataract, glaucoma and retina surgeries for patients from Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) referred to our partner Lions Eye Foundation (LEF)/CPMC/Sutter Clinic, which in turn refers patients to PVSC who need surgery, at no cost to them. For more than 40 years PVF has supported the physicians and researchers providing care to the under-served and has provided support services for the Department of Ophthalmology at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) Residency Program. Our work ensures the next generation of eye care specialists have the expertise they need to build thriving careers, while helping some of the most vulnerable members of our community gain access to sight-saving surgeries. PVF is proud to play a significant role in leading edge training and research, and direct line to access to care as we work towards equity in eye health.
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https://www.pacificvisionfoundation.org
Pacific Vision Foundation的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 慈善
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- San Francisco，California
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1977
- 领域
- ophthalmology、eye health、residency education、medical research和charity
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主要
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711 Van Ness Avenue
US，California，San Francisco，94102
Pacific Vision Foundation员工
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We’re excited to collaborate with KQED in spreading awareness about the importance of accessible vision care and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for joining us Eric Abrams! ???? #PacificVisionFoundation #KQED #StrongerTogether #VisionCare #CommunityImpact
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True friends find their way back, even when life pulls you in different directions. In '95, Margreet Nijhof from the Netherlands and I, from Sweden, studied at University of California, Berkeley - School of Law. We bonded over late-night studying and dreams of becoming successful lawyers. Our “American dreams” came true, but life led us down different paths. Margreet excelled at international tax law at Baker McKenzie ... I pursued my career in San Francisco. She moved to Amsterdam... I settled in the wine country north of the city. We both balanced careers while raising 3 children. Called each other from time to time. Today, Margreet has broken barriers in her field: → World-renowned leader in international tax law. → Children’s rights advocate. Last month, she visited me at Pacific Vision Foundation. I gave her a tour of our four business units. She met my team. Then, she asked: “How did you become such a confident leader?” Her praise meant a lot, coming from someone I admire so much. Seeing her again reminded me of our early days as 2 young immigrant women with big dreams. Lifelong friendships are about recognizing and celebrating each other's growth. No matter how time passes or where life leads.
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Managing glaucoma goes beyond the office. ?? Dr. Ruth Williams, a proud Barkan Society member and CPMC graduate, highlights the game-changing potential of home tonometry in tracking intraocular pressure (IOP) dynamics. ??? Alongside esteemed colleagues, Dr. Ike Ahmed, Dr. Michael Chaglasian, and Dr. Leon Herndon, she underscores how understanding IOP fluctuations can lead to earlier interventions and improved outcomes. Home monitoring empowers patients and enables personalized care—revolutionizing glaucoma management. ????? #Glaucoma #Ophthalmology #EyeCare #IOP #Tonometry #HomeTonometry #BarkanSociety
The Importance of Home Tonometry in Glaucoma Care Intraocular pressure (IOP) dynamics are critical in managing glaucoma, yet traditional in-office measurements provide only a limited snapshot. Understanding and addressing IOP fluctuations, generally occurring in the early morning outside office hours, is essential for effective glaucoma care. Glaucoma specialists Dr. Ruth Williams, Dr. Ike Ahmed, Dr. Michael Chaglasian, and Dr. Leon Herndon discuss the advancements and benefits of home IOP monitoring. Dr. Ruth Williams, Wheaton Eye Clinic, emphasizes the dynamic nature of IOP, comparing it to heart rate and blood pressure. She highlights the limitations of infrequent office measurements and the importance of understanding IOP variations throughout the day and night. She underscores the significance of home tonometry for patients who appear well-controlled but continue to progress. Detailed data on pressure spikes can support changes in management, timely surgical interventions, and improved outcomes. Dr. Ike Ahmed, John A. Moran Eye Center, explains that IOP is our only modifiable risk factor and stresses the need to measure IOP beyond the office. Harmful IOP peaks often occur outside office hours, potentially leading to significant glaucoma damage. He elaborates on the practical implementation of home tonometry, which can enable us to be proactive before damage occurs. By encouraging patients to use the device consistently, they can obtain a detailed pattern of their IOP, which informs customized treatment plans. Dr. Michael Chaglasian, Illinois College of Optometry, discusses the value of home tonometers in capturing comprehensive eye pressure readings. He notes that identifying peak pressures and understanding IOP fluctuations are crucial for assessing the risk of vision damage from glaucoma. Dr. Leon Herndon, Duke Eye Center, shares his positive experience with MyEyes and the iCare HOME2, highlighting its seamless integration into patient care and the valuable feedback received from patients. Experts agree that home tonometry is transforming glaucoma management, providing better real-world pressure guidance and reducing patients' uncertainties. More and more glaucoma specialists are now using home tonometry before and after surgery, enabling optimized post-operative management to ensure surgical success. This innovative approach enables personalized and more effective treatments, ultimately enhancing patient involvement, care, and outcomes. Brought to you by MyEyes in collaboration with Powers & Company and Carey Powers ?? Interested in home tonometry for your patients? Learn more from our Medical Director, Barbara Wirostko MD, FARVO, and dedicated team of Patient Ambassadors by visiting https://myeyes.net. Watch the full video ?? https://lnkd.in/gwrfCk6m #glaucoma #ophthalmology #eyecare #intraocularpressure #iop #tonometry #hometonometry
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?????? ?????? ????????? Over 4.2 ?????????????? ??.??. ???????????? ???????? ???????????????? experience diabetic-related eye diseases, with diabetic retinopathy—a leading cause of vision impairment and blindness—impacting many. ??? ???????? ???????? 1 ???? 4 ???????????? ???????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????? due to these complications. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high blood sugar damages blood vessels in the retina, leading to blurred vision and often affecting both eyes. ?????????? ?????????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ???? ???????????????????? ??????????! This #WorldDiabetesDay, let’s put well-being at the heart of diabetes care and start the change for a better #DiabetesLife. ?? #DiabetesAwareness #ProtectYourVision American Diabetes Association World Health Organization (WHO) American Academy of Ophthalmology Seva Foundation World Diabetes Day National Institute of Whole Health (NIWH)
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Hearing an ad for PVF on KQED at 6 am today was exciting! I hope it proves useful in developing name recognition and contributions for PVF." — Rona Z Silkiss MD FACS, Chief, Division of Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive and Orbital Surgery, California Pacific Medical Center, Sutter Health, and proud PVF Board Member. #PacificVisionFoundation #EyeCareForAll #Support
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?? Congratulations to Drs. Samantha Butterfield and Shane Griffin, MD MCR on their latest PVF-funded publication, "Association between the COVID-19 Pandemic and Granuloma Formation following Lower Blepharoplasty." This groundbreaking research offers invaluable insights that could influence future surgical practices. Stay tuned to hear more about their findings, with an in-depth presentation coming up on Barkan Day! ???? #Research #Innovation #EyeCare https://lnkd.in/gZjhXy7J
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Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of our veterans who have served to protect our freedoms. Their dedication and resilience inspire us all. Thank you to all who have served, past and present. ???? #VeteransDay #HonoringOurHeroes
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We had an incredible time at this year’s TechFest,?? The event showcased the latest advancements in low vision and assistive technology, offering transformative tools for greater independence and confidence in daily life. Hosted by See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind, Uniting Communities. Connecting with the community and seeing these advancements in action was inspiring. This aligns with Ardant’s mission to empower OTs and enhance accessibility, helping individuals live fuller lives. Thank you to everyone– we’re excited to return these insights to Ardant! Pacific Vision Foundation, Humanware #TechFest #SeeDifferently #AssistiveTech #LowVisionSolutions #OccupationalTherapy #AdelaideCompany #Healthtech
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Pacific Vision Surgery Center’s Lead Scrub Tech Katerina Fargas visited ZEISS Medical Technology headquarters on a recent Saturday, together with some of our #CPMC Ophthalmology residents and @PVF board member and Retina Chief Dr. Gaurav Shah. Dive into the exciting things they learned and experienced! ??? #EyeCare #Collaboration #Learning #StaffDevelopment