SUNY Annual Report 2019

Breaking Ground on the New Barbara Saltzman Center for Pediatric Eye Care

In April, the College hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new Center for Pediatric Eye Care—a 5,000 square foot facility dedicated to accommodating the growing need for both basic and advanced pediatric eye care within the University Eye Center. The new facility will feature eight state-of-the art examination rooms, a sensory-sensitive waiting area (the “chill room”), consultation space, pediatric optical, and a centrally located area (the “Collaboration Zone”) for multiple disciplines to engage in collaborative practice, assuring optimal patient outcomes. A generous $1.28 million gift from Ms. Barbara Saltzman, was received in December. In recognition of her generosity and commitment to supporting vision care, SUNY Optometry will name the center the Barbara Saltzman Center for Pediatric Eye Care.

“Our innovative clinical care environment will also provide a state-of-the-art educational environment that incorporates clinical research and evidence-based practice to train future eye care professionals,” SUNY Optometry president David A. Heath said. “We will have a pediatric service unlike any other in the country and provide for the children of New York City and beyond thanks to the generous support of our many donors.”

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