American Glaucoma Society

05/11/2026

Calling ophthalmology residents & medical students: considering a glaucoma fellowship? American Glaucoma Society (AGS) | Young Glaucoma Specialists (YOGS) Webinar: Glaucoma Fellowship: All You Need to Know Wednesday, June 10, 2026 • 5:00 pm PT / 8:00 pm ET

Join AGS leadership for an interactive session designed to help you:
• Understand what glaucoma fellowship training is like (and what comes after)
• Prep for interviews and know what programs look for
• Get your questions answered live

Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s8yb5DQqQuCrgCPpOh15qA

Future glaucoma specialists — this one’s for you! Join us for Glaucoma Fellowship: All You Need to Know, a relaxed Q&A session with AGS + YOGS leaders. June 10, 2026 5pm PT / 8pm ET Hear what fellowship is really like, get interview tips, and ask anything you’ve been wondering about glaucoma a...

05/06/2026

NIH Free Webinar: Healthy Lives, Healthy Eyes: Simple Actions to Protect Your Vision

Healthy Vision Month is the perfect time to focus on protecting your sight. Join this free, one‑hour webinar to learn how everyday habits can help prevent vision problems and support lifelong eye health. This interactive panel brings together experts in vision research, clinical care, public health, and patient advocacy to translate science into practical, doable actions for daily life.

During the session, participants will:

Learn how lifestyle habits like nutrition, physical activity, and chronic disease management affect eye health

Understand why routine eye exams matter—even when you don’t have symptoms - Hear real‑world perspectives on overcoming common barriers to healthy habits
Discover free, trusted eye health resources from NEI, NEHEP, and partners - Commit to one small action you can start today to protect your vision Designed for the general public, caregivers, educators, and community leaders, this webinar emphasizes prevention, access, and empowerment, helping everyone take simple steps toward healthy eyes and healthy lives.

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03/03/2026

Get the scoop on AGS Cares by Glaucoma Physician Magazine

A volunteer program is helping to offset the cost of glaucoma surgery for underserved patients across the United States. The initiative, AGS Cares, connects eligible individuals with a national network of volunteer glaucoma surgeons willing to provide surgical care that might otherwise be financially out of reach.

https://www.glaucomaphysician.net/issues/2026/march/ags16/

03/03/2026

✨ Inaugural AGS Resident Research Forum Highlights Scholarship & Mentorship ✨

The American Glaucoma Society hosted its first-ever Resident Research Forum (RRF) on February 21—bringing together residents, medical students, glaucoma fellows, and faculty for an inspiring evening of research, mentorship, and connection.

12/02/2025

This , support AGSF to be part of our mission to support glaucoma research and education and promote excellence in the care of patients with glaucoma. Your donation helps protect sight for future generations. Donate today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/americanglaucomasocietyfoundation/

10/04/2025

We hope to see you Wednesday for our next, Glaucoma Chats, a series of free, monthly online discussions with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professionals.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
1:00 PM ET

Register, here: https://www.brightfocus.org/glaucoma/resource-search/glaucoma-chats/register-for-glaucoma-chats/

08/26/2025

August is National Make-a-Will Month—the perfect time to create or update your will.

Taking this step is one of the most thoughtful ways to protect the people you love and the causes you care about.

While there’s no obligation to give, many supporters choose to include the American Glaucoma Society Foundation in their plans. A legacy gift helps fund groundbreaking research, education, and patient care—and ensures excellence in glaucoma treatment for generations to come.

Learn more: https://mailchi.mp/aao/agsf-2025-national-make-a-will-month

08/12/2025

Upcoming Glaucoma Chats: Staying Ahead of Glaucoma: Why a Proactive Approach Matters

Don’t wait for vision loss to act. Join Dr. Amy Zhang, Clinical Associate Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Wellbeing Director, University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, for a conversation about the benefits of a proactive approach to glaucoma care, including innovative treatments like minimally invasive surgery, continuous drug delivery systems, and at-home eye pressure monitoring. Learn how early intervention can preserve sight and improve quality of life.

Register for the American Glaucoma Society/BrightFocus Foundation Glaucoma Chat on Wednesday, August 13, at 1 pm ET with Amy D. Zhang, MD.

https://www.brightfocus.org/glaucoma/resource-search/glaucoma-chats/register-for-glaucoma-chats/

06/25/2025

Just Announced: Ophthalmology Glaucoma’s 2024 Impact Factor is 3.2, up from 2.8 in 2023!

Join OG for a Webinar!

Ophthalmology Glaucoma, in collaboration with Ophthalmology Virtual Journal Club, invites you to a VJC webinar on “Risk of Glaucoma in Non-Diabetic Patients using a Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist.”

When: Wednesday, August 27, from 8:30 – 9:30 PM ET
Moderator: Emily Schehlein, MD
Presenter: Qi Cui, MD

Register now: https://mailchi.mp/aao/og-news-events-and-call-for-reviewers