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Pediatric ophthalmology division receives grant to provide added support to children with vision loss

For families of young children with blindness-causing conditions, navigating the health care journey in the face of a devastating diagnosis can be overwhelming. With grant funding from the Indiana Department of Health, the IU School of Medicine pediatric ophthalmology division has developed a program to provide clinical care coordination, education and resources to families caring for children with vision loss.

Annie Troutman  | Apr 10, 2025
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Pediatric ophthalmology division receives grant to provide added support to children with vision loss

For families of young children with blindness-causing conditions, navigating the health care journey in the face of a devastating diagnosis can be overwhelming. With grant

Annie Troutman
Portrait of Dr Patrick O'Neil wearing blue suit and green tie in front of a staircase at IU School of Medicine--West Lafayette

Class of 1975 graduate celebrates 50 years with IU School of Medicine—West Lafayette

Patrick O’Neil, MD, Class of 1975, has been teaching at IU School of Medicine--West Lafayette for nearly 50 years. The campus honors him for his

Laura Gates
Malu Tansey, in white coat, poses in her research laboratory at IU School of Medicine.

Parkinson's researchers discover 'tip of the ICE-berg' on quest for a cure

Parkinson's researcher Malú Tansey brings cell-level science to IU’s already strong clinical research program. Her lab engages in "paradigm-shifting work" studying inflammation and immune response

Laura Gates
Students and faculty in the anatomy lab at IU School of Medicine--Muncie

First Patient: Anatomical Education Program honors those who donate their bodies for medical training

Body donation though the Anatomical Education Program at IU School of Medicine enables anatomy training for future doctors and other health care professionals throughout the state

Laura Gates
Brian DeBosch, MD, PhD pulling out materials from the freezer in a research lab

Fasting flips a switch and the liver holds the key

As people explore healthier eating habits and dieting strategies, intermittent fasting remains a popular choice among adults. But what makes fasting effective? Brian DeBosch, MD,

Jackie Maupin
Madison smiling--blonde girl in color with black-and-white background

IU's Rare Disease Clinic solves 10-year medical mystery for Indianapolis girl with unknown neurodevelopmental disorder

The Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine investigates the cold cases of rare disease. Genetic detectives solved a case for an Indianapolis

Laura Gates
Erin Conboy, MD

In the arena with Erin Conboy: Champion of rare disease cases is world champ in Brazilian jiu-jitsu

Erin Conboy, MD, is co-director of the Undiagnosed Rare Disease Clinic at IU School of Medicine, solving the cold cases of genetic disease. She’s also a

Laura Gates
Jack Schneider, MD, places a painted handprint on a canvas during a trip with AMPATH to Kenya.

IU Faculty Collaborate with Kenyan Colleagues to Advance Antimicrobial Stewardship

Although countries in sub-Saharan Africa face a high prevalence of infectious diseases, many countries lack the systems needed to track and combat one of the

Debbie Ungar
Pamela Whitten, Chandy John and Wade Clapp posing for a photo at a recognition event

Chandy John: Advancing global health through science, service and synergy

Chandy John, MD, is a globally recognized expert in pediatric infectious diseases. Appointed as a Distinguished Professor at Indiana University in 2024, he has built

Jackie Maupin