Why Is Vision Research Important?

Eyesight is a sense provided by the visual system's complex network of tissues and electronic signals, which convert light into meaningful images. As such, the ability to see affects our ability to interface with the world around us and touches every aspect of daily life.

Millions of Americans suffer with visual impairment, which is among the top ten most common disabilities in the United States. Two-thirds of visually impaired adults are over age 65. The number of Americans over the age of 65 will double from 34 to 68 million between 2000 and 2030. (Source: National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, www.healthyvision2010.org.)

Inherent to their mission of providing high quality eye care, the surgeons at Minnesota Eye Consultants have promoted research for more than ten years. These efforts have enabled them to continually advance eye care delivery and treatment solutions for their patients.

If you are interested in learning more about Minnesota Eye Consultants' vision research efforts, please contact the research department at (612) 813-3607 or research@mneye.com.