The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to research on human vision. Our main interests are:
- Clinical studies, which relate directly to the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders.
- The development of devices and vocational programs to aid people who are blind, visually impaired, or hearing impaired.
- Basic Research to understand how the eye and brain work, providing a fundamental background for both the clinical and rehabilitation programs.
While we cannot diagnose diseases, offer specific treatment recommendations, or provide physician referrals, these websites may be of use to you:
http://www.nei.nih.gov/
The National Eye Institute
Established by Congress in 1968 to protect and prolong the vision of the American people, the National Eye Institute (NEI), one of the Federal government's National Institutes of Health (NIH), conducts and supports research that helps prevent and treat eye diseases and other disorders of vision.
http://www.aao.org/aao/
The American Academy of Ophthalmology
The website for the American Association of Ophthalmologists gives eye physician referals and provides information to the general public on specific eye diseases and disorders. The site also offers information on how to keep your eyes healthy.
http://eyecareamerica.org
EyeCare America's National Eye Care Project
EyeCare America's mission is to prevent avoidable blindness and severe visual impairment through public service and education. Founded in 1980, EyeCare America, is the public service foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
EyeCare America operates multiple toll-free, 24-hour, seven-days-a-week, helplines that allow callers to request free eye health educational materials or to see if they qualify for a referral to one of EyeCare America's 7,500+ volunteer ophthalmologists nationwide.
Call only one of the following helplines. All callers will be screened for each of the EyeCare America programs and be directed to the program that best meets your needs.
- Seniors EyeCare Program: 800-222-EYES (3937)
- Glaucoma EyeCare Program: 800-391-EYES (3937)
- Diabetes EyeCare Program: 800-272-EYES (3937)
- Children's EyeCare Program: 877-887-6327
http://www.aapos.org/
The American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
This site contains information for the public on children's eye diseases.