Wills Eye Physicians Top The Ophthalmologist’s 2024 Power List
Six doctors at Wills Eye ranked on this year’s list recognizing ophthalmology trailblazers
PHILADELPHIA, April 30, 2024 – Six remarkable Wills Eye Hospital physicians were recognized for their excellence and impact through inclusion on the 2024 Power List by The Ophthalmologist, an industry magazine based in the United Kingdom.
The Wills Eye physicians on the Power List are:
- Brandon D. Ayres, MD – Co-Director, Cornea Fellowship Program
- Julia A. Haller, MD - Ophthalmologist-in-Chief
- Allen C. Ho, MD – Director, Retina Research; Co-Director, Retina Service
- Christopher J. Rapuano, MD – Chief, Cornea Service
- Carl D. Regillo, MD, FACS, FASRS – Chief, Retina Service
- Joel S. Schuman, MD, FACS - Vice Chair for Research Innovation; Co-Director, Glaucoma Service
In August 2023, The Ophthalmologist named two Wills Eye physicians to its Hall of Fame list which was created in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Power List. The Hall of Fame recognizes ophthalmologists and scientists whose impact on the field will last beyond their lifetimes. Wills Eye physicians acknowledged were:
- Carol L. Shields, MD - Chief, Ocular Oncology Service
- George L. Spaeth, MD - Director Emeritus, Glaucoma Service
“Congratulations to the global ophthalmology leaders I am proud to call my colleagues,” said Julia A. Haller, MD, Ophthalmologist-in-Chief at Wills Eye Hospital. “Your skill, compassion, and commitment to protecting and preserving vision are inspiring. I’m proud to be named to the 2024 Power List alongside these remarkable individuals.”
Power List awardees are nominated by colleagues, peers, and readers of The Ophthalmologist. Criteria specifically centers on impact made in the areas of innovation, research, education, and mentorship.
“Recognitions like the Power List are a tremendous opportunity to celebrate the collective achievements of our team members at Wills Eye,” said Joseph P. Bilson, Chief Executive Officer at Wills Eye Hospital. “The trailblazers in our ranks continue to set new standards of excellence in patient care, education, and innovation.”
Wills Eye Hospital alumni who made the list are Drs. Helen Danesh-Meyer, Steven Gedde, Richard Parrish II, and Douglas Rhee.
To view the 2024 Power List, please visit: https://powerlist.theophthalmologist.com/
About Wills Eye Hospital:
Established in 1832 as the nation's first hospital specializing in eye care, Wills Eye Hospital is a global leader in ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Wills Eye as one of America's top ophthalmology hospitals since the survey began. Wills Eye has the most nationally ranked ophthalmologists in the country and is one of the top academic residency training programs in the USA, as voted by physicians. Wills Eye’s resident and sub-specialty training programs are among the most competitive in the country. The Vickie and Jack Farber Vision Research Center at Wills harnesses the core strengths of Wills, the close connection between innovative research and advanced patient care, to discover therapeutic breakthroughs. Wills provides the full range of primary and subspecialty eye care for improving and preserving sight, including comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract, cornea, retina, emergency care, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular oncology, oculoplastics, pathology, pediatric ophthalmology and ocular genetics, and refractive surgery. Ocular Services include the Wills Laser Correction Center and Diagnostic Center. Its 24/7 Emergency Service is the only one of its kind in the region. Wills Eye also has a network of seven multi-specialty, ambulatory surgery centers throughout the tristate area. To learn more, please visit www.willseye.org.
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