San Diego Vision Connection
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (PDT)
Location
Viterbi Family Vision Research Center
9449 Campus Point Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037
Join the Foundation Fighting Blindness San Diego Chapter for a special Vision Connection at the Viterbi Family Vision Research Center at UC San Diego. This special Vision Connection is presented by the Foundation Fighting Blindness San Diego Chapter in collaboration with UC San Diego.
Hear directly from leading researchers and physicians about advances in retinal disease research, genetics, and potential treatments. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with the local vision-loss community and learn more about the Foundation Fighting Blindness.
Featured Speakers
Shyamanga Borooah, PhD, MBBS, FRCP (Edin), FRCSEd, FRCOphth
Research and advances in macular degenerations
Christopher Toomey, MD, PhD
Retinal disease and emerging research
Radha Ayyagari, PhD
Genetics and inherited retinal diseases
Karl Wahlin, PhD
Stem cell research and retinal disease
Special Remarks:
Christopher Girkin, MD, MSPH
Interim Chair
Whether you are living with a retinal disease, supporting a loved one, or simply interested in the latest vision research, we invite you to join us for this informative community event.
For more information, please contact Xavier at XGarcia@FightingBlindness.org.
