EBAA Accreditation: The Gold Standard in Eye Banking since 1961
EBAA Accreditation is the only specialized, peer-reviewed, certification program designed exclusively for eye banking. Recognized by the CDC and other federal health agencies, it ensures every eye bank follows Medical Standards endorsed by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, consistently delivering safe, high-quality ocular tissue. EBAA Accreditation is open to all entities that perform one or more eye banking functions, regardless of their EBAA membership status.
Every accredited eye bank undergoes a rigorous on-site inspection, led by an experienced eye banker and a corneal surgeon, at least once every three years. These reviews examine donor eligibility and records, tissue recovery and processing practices, facility conditions, and quality-assurance systems to confirm that standards are met at every step of the process.
Why it Matters
With more than 2.4 million successful transplants to date, EBAA Accreditation continues to define excellence in patient safety, efficiency, and quality improvement.
Patient safety and clinical trust: Accreditation ensures only high-quality tissue reaches surgery, reducing complications and improving outcomes for patients and surgeons alike.
Operational and economic value: Standardized documentation and rigorous tissue evaluation reduce waste, simplify workflows, and help hospitals deliver safer, more efficient care.
Continuous improvement: Shared data, peer review, and EBAA’s OARRS network drive ongoing improvement of best practices and standards across all accredited eye banks.
Industry-Wide Accountability: The OARRS Network
EBAA Accreditation powers a connected system that strengthens safety and quality across the entire field
of eye banking. Through the Online Adverse Reaction Reporting System (OARRS), accredited eye banks
participate in a real-time surveillance network that tracks and improves patient outcomes nationwide.
Standardized data: Accredited eye banks collect and report tissue quality, donor risk, and procedural data using consistent, evidence-based standards.
Reliable monitoring: Reported data is reviewed to identify trends, detect potential issues early, and inform ongoing improvements.
Network-wide impact: Insights are used to refine standards and practices across accredited eye
banks, enhancing safety for every patient.
EBAA accreditation isn’t just a mark of quality. It’s a proven system that protects patients, supports surgeons, and strengthens the entire field of eye banking.
*Please contact Jennifer DeMatteo to learn more about EBAA Accreditation.