Tune in to explore the remarkable career of Evangelos Gragoudas, MD. Early in his career, he trained under the father of modern retinal surgery – the illustrious Charles Schepens. That transformative fellowship and his training at the Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary turned into a career-long commitment to the institution and set the stage for the groundbreaking advances he would go on to achieve. 

Dr. Gragoudas’ numerous accomplishments include pioneering proton beam irradiation for uveal melanoma, contributing to the development of photodynamic therapy for macular degeneration, and serving as a pivotal member of the team that uncovered the role of VEGF in age-related macular degeneration. His research has not only saved vision but also saved lives, giving hope to millions of our patients worldwide.

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About the History of Retina

The History of Retina is brought to you by the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) in an effort to preserve the history and heritage of retina for generations to come. Trace the journey of the specialty's dynamic evolution by exploring milestones in technology, instrumentation, and techniques, and hearing first-hand accounts from retina pioneers whose innovative spirit and pivotal contributions laid the framework for the advanced sight-saving retinal care of today and the enormously promising treatments of tomorrow.