KOLOA, Hawaii — An ophthalmologist whose life’s work has led to advancements in the field of genetic eye disease was honored here at Hawaiian Eye 2020.
“Three developments are essential for the development of ocular genetics: identification of all genes leading to vision loss and their mutations, development of gene therapy and establishment of ophthalmic genetic centers across the U.S.,” said Irene M. Maumenee, MD, recipient of the Philip M. Corboy, MD, Memorial Award for Distinguished Service in Ophthalmology.
“Gene research continues at a rapid pace. Mutation
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