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The Eye Bank Association of America consists of member eye banks, and member physicians. One of the unique features of EBAA’s structure, and the greatest strength of our culture, is the depth and breadth of collaboration between eye bankers and physicians. They serve as equal members of all EBAA committees and governing bodies, and EBAA tradition holds that the Chair of the Board alternates between a physician and an eye banker. 

EBAA has a wide variety of resources, documents, education, and events to help physicians better treat their patients, and, if serving as an eye bank’s Medical Director, to more effectively evaluate ocular tissue and eye bank operations.

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At a Glance

Medical Standards & Statistical Reports

Opportunities to have clinical discussions

Alerts, initiatives, and important documents

Low prices and easy access to the latest research

Research grant opportunities


Education

EyeLEARN

EBAA’s online education platform which allows members to access hours of free sessions, on-demand webinars, event records, resources, and much more!

Explore free sessions on eyeLEARN

Physician Leadership Program

Held biennially, this program is a unique opportunity for physicians in the early stages of their careers to increase their knowledge of eye banking. Eye banks must nominate the physician for the program. The next program will be held in 2022.


Credentialing and Standards

Accreditation Information

Since 1982, EBAA’s Accreditation Program has been the gold standard to ensure the safety and effectiveness of eye bank operations.  Learn more about how our policies and processes contribute to the best possible patient outcomes.

EBAA Medical Standards and Procedures Manual

The EBAA Medical Standards and Procedures Manual is maintained by the Medical Advisory Board and is essential to ensuring that quality, safe tissue is processed at all eye banks.


Events

Cornea and Eye Banking Forum

Jointly hosted with the Cornea Society and scheduled to precede the AAO Annual Meeting, this one-day scientific and educational event is a favorite among physicians, as we present a full day of innovative and exciting research from across the world.

Eye Donation Month

Held every November, EBAA increases public awareness for corneal donation and transplantation and commemorates the work of eye bankers, physicians, and others in the eye donation community.

EBAA Annual Meeting

Held each June, EBAA’s Annual Meeting includes educational, networking and governance sessions, including the Medical Advisory Board meeting, the Medical Directors Symposium and our Scientific Symposium.

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Tools

Reimbursement Advocacy

These resources were developed by EBAA and AAO to help you secure the reimbursement to which you are entitled.

Value of Community Non-Profit Eye Banks

EBAA developed tools to promote the importance of non-profit eye banks. This campaign highlights the various reasons to partner with your local non-profit eye bank, including a sense of community, establishing relationships, and high-quality ocular tissue.


Publications

International Journal of Eye Banking (IJEB)

IJEB is a periodic, peer-reviewed, open access online journal. It is the first and only journal dedicated exclusively to eye banking; physicians and eye bankers can submit abstracts to the journal for publication.

Statistical Report

Every Spring, EBAA publishes the profession’s most comprehensive statistical report of eye banking and transplantation data collected, from EBAA-accredited eye banks.

COVID-19 Resources

Throughout the pandemic, EBAA has been compiling relevant and timely alerts and information regarding COVID-19.

Year in Review

EBAA releases its annual report each year highlighting the work of the association, our members, and the donation and transplantation field.


Grants and Awards

EBAA Research Grants

EBAA members can apply for research grants ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 to advance the science of ocular therapy and transplantation.

R. Townley Paton Award

Each year this prestigious award is given to a corneal surgeon for their service to EBAA and the donation and transplantation field. The awardee presents a Paton Lecture during the Cornea and Eye Banking Forum.

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The Lens – EBAA Community Platform

EBAA released The Lens in early 2021. This “community platform” allows EBAA members to engage, interact, and learn from one another. It also replaces EBAA’s former list servs.

Committee and Board Service

Physicians serve as equal members of all EBAA committees and governing bodies, and EBAA tradition holds that the Chair of the Board alternates between a physician and an eye banker.

Share your Expertise

There are speaking opportunities available for physicians throughout the year including:

  • EBAA Annual Meeting
  • eyeLEARN procedure videos – New!
  • Webinars
  • Recorded presentations
  • Cornea and Eye Banking Forum

If you are interested in speaking at an EBAA meeting (outside of the abstract opportunities that are available), please complete the Physician Speaker Interest form.

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