Well-Being

Seeing Beyond Vision Loss: A Focus on Mental Health Resources for Patients with Retinal Disease

Tuesday, November 11th, 2025, 7:00 p.m. (EDT)

Join us for an insightful webinar exploring mental health care from both professional and patient perspectives. This webinar is for optometrists, ophthalmologists, retina specialists, genetic counselors, low vision rehabilitation professionals, mental health providers, and medical students.
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Location

Virtual

You are invited to join us for Seeing Beyond Vision Loss: A focus on Mental Health Resources for Patients with Retinal Disease. A holistic approach to patient care, including referrals to support organizations, low vision rehabilitation services, and mental health providers, impacts the overall wellness and outlook for patients with vision loss and their loved ones. 

The one-hour webinar for eye care professionals will discuss mental health care from the perspectives of a retina specialist, patient, and mental health provider. The presentation aims to deepen understanding of evidence-based approaches and the lived experiences of individuals living with a blinding eye condition.  

Featured Presenters:

  • Sandeep Grover, M.D. – Professor of Ophthalmology and Associate Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology, University of Florida
  • Ann Wagner, Ph.D., LP, ABPP – Consultant & Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist
  • Jessie Wolinsky – disability advocate, podcaster,  and co-founder of Sight Club

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