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EBAA is saddened to announce the passing of Michael E. Hettinger, M.D. Dr. Hettinger practiced ophthalmology at the Kansas City Eye Clinic where he restored sight to thousands of patients […]
EBAA is saddened to announce the passing of Herbert E. Kaufman, M.D. Dr. Kaufman was a pioneer in the ophthalmology world and has an extensive list of accomplishments and discoveries. […]
EBAA continues to closely monitor the current Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, as well as related federal guidance affecting donor eligibility and tissue […]
Washington, DC– (March 25, 2026) – Corneal transplants performed in the United States last year will result in nearly $8.5 billion in total net benefits over the lifetime of the […]
Chris Hanna earns Leonard Heise Award for dedication to eye banking, corneal transplantation, and the restoration of sight. Washington, DC—The Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA), the world’s oldest transplantation […]
Phillip Hester earns Crystal Cornea Award for using his artistic talents to raise the profile of cornea donation and transplantation. Washington, DC—The Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA), the world’s […]
Dillon Pitcher receives Gift of Sight Award for transforming Wayne County’s donation culture – increasing donor referrals and overall donations, giving the gift of sight and transforming lives. Washington, DC—The […]
Caroline Miller earns Optics Award for masterful storytelling and excellence in promoting the gift of sight and its impact. Washington, DC—The Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA), the world’s oldest […]
March is National Ethics Awareness Month, a time for individuals and organizations to reflect on the ethics they adhere to and how they can improve upon them. EBAA Principles of […]
