We believe in the power of community collaboration and the vital role of preventive healthcare in improving quality of life across the city.
Featured by CBS News, the Scheie community—in partnership with Wills Eye Hospital and Temple Ophthalmology—conducted free diabetic eye screenings. This city-wide initiative, part of the broader "Diabetes Day" event, aimed to tackle diabetic blindness—a leading cause of vision loss among adults in Philadelphia.
The enthusiastic participation and the success of the event highlighted the community’s recognition of the importance of regular eye health check-ups and early intervention.
Through initiatives such as Diabetic Eye Screening Day, the Department of Ophthalmology’s faculty, staff, and trainees share and reaffirm our deep commitment to serving and enhancing the well-being of the local community, proving that collective efforts can lead to significant health advancements.
by Maressa Park