Wills Eye Hospital

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Wills Eye Hospital

Wills Eye Hospital (pronunciation: /wɪlz aɪ hɒˈspɪtəl/) is a renowned eye care institution located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is globally recognized for its pioneering contributions to ophthalmology.

Etymology

The hospital is named after its founder, Dr. James Wills Jr., a prominent Philadelphia physician who left a bequest to establish an eye hospital upon his death in 1832.

History

Wills Eye Hospital was established in 1832 and has since been a leader in the field of ophthalmology. It was the first hospital in the United States dedicated solely to the treatment of eye disorders and continues to be a leading institution in the field.

Services

Wills Eye Hospital offers a wide range of services, including eye surgery, eye examination, vision rehabilitation, and optometry. It is also a leading center for eye research and education in ophthalmology.

Related Terms

  • Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
  • Optometry: The practice or profession of examining the eyes for visual defects and prescribing corrective lenses.
  • Eye Surgery: Surgery performed on the eye or its adnexa, typically by an ophthalmologist.
  • Eye Examination: An examination of the eye, often including measurement of visual acuity and a series of tests to assess the health and function of the eyes.
  • Vision Rehabilitation: The process of helping individuals who have suffered vision loss to achieve maximum independence.

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