Department of Ophthalmology

"Welcome to the Department of Ophthalmology. I have always been Penn Proud. I was fortunate that I attended medical school here, and I loved it. Rotating at the Scheie Eye Institute as a student in the late 1990s was pivotal in directing me into what I truly believe is the best field in medicine." – Bennie Jeng, MD, MS
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Penn Medicine ophthalmologist gives eye exam at Scheie Eye Institute

About the department

Welcome to Penn Medicine's Department of Ophthalmology, a pioneer in ophthalmic care, research, and training.

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Our clinical and research faculty

Penn offers highly specialized services across the full range of ophthalmic sub-specialties, integrating cutting-edge research with individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate patient care.

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Education and training

Penn Ophthalmology is dedicated to teaching and maintains a broad presences across disciplines, attracting top students and leaders to the field of ophthalmology.

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Research

The Scheie Eye Institute performs the breakthrough research necessary to discover the treatments of tomorrow.

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Residency program

Penn Ophthalmology offers one of the oldest and most robust residency programs in the country.

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News from the department

Learn about the most recent advances of the faculty, students, and staff in the Department of Ophthalmology.