Welcome to the Chandler Grant Glaucoma SocietyA Message from the President
A key focus of our Society is the ongoing effort to prevent blindness from glaucoma through groundbreaking research, the development of clinical applications of scientific knowledge, and raising public awareness of this sight-threatening disease. Our membership has grown from the original fellows who trained directly under Drs. Chandler and Grant to now include subsequent generations of glaucoma specialists who share their legacy. As we look to the future, we are committed to expanding our Society to include all who have trained within this lineage, ensuring that their principles and passion continue to thrive. If you trained under the Chandler or Grant lineage, we encourage you to JOIN US! Your membership strengthens our Society, fosters collaboration, and upholds the rich tradition of excellence in glaucoma care. Sincerely, Peter A. Netland, MD, PhD Peter A. Netland, MD, PhD | President |
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Since our founding in 1982, members of the Society have carried forward the ethical and moral values of our esteemed namesakes, Dr. Paul Chandler and Dr. W. Morton Grant.
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A strong showing of 68 members and guests attended this year's annual meeting, held in Rancho Mirage, CA on February 19th.
The evening began with a warm reception, followed by welcoming remarks from CGGS President Peter Netland, MD, PhD. Continuing a cherished tradition, Board of Director and Past President Joel Schuman, MD, FACS led the “Glass of Wine with Chandler Grant” toast, honoring the enduring legacies of Drs. Paul Chandler and Morton Grant.
Special appreciation was extended to New World Medical for their generous support of this signature meeting. Mr. Bilal Khan, CEO, and Mr. Raymond Kong, CCO, were present and recognized for their partnership and steadfast commitment to the society’s mission.
The evening also featured acknowledgments and remarks from Alcon, industry collaborator of the David Epstein Clinician-Scientist Research Award. Lisa Praeger, General Manager, Pharmaceutical and Dry Eye at Alcon, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to collaborate with CGGS members through the David Epstein Clinician-Scientist Grant.
Previous David Epstein Award recipients Katy Liu, MD, PhD (2023) and Rithu Ramachandran, MD, MSc (2024) provided engaging updates on their ongoing research.
The 2025 applicant pool was exceptionally strong, with several deserving honorable mentions reflecting continued excellence and innovation in glaucoma research. The honorees and award recipients were a highlight of the evening.
Recognized for their outstanding research contributions and receiving honorable mention were Dr. Saif Aldeen Alryalat and Dr. Ang Li.
Thank you to New World Medical for their generous support of the Annual meeting. |
MARK YOUR CALENDAR CGGS MEET UP FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2026 Check back periodically for information on the 2026 Meet Up scheduled for Friday, October 9. The annual meeting coincides with the American Academy of Ophthalmology's annual meeting. The event is complimentary (registration is required) for members and provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with colleagues in a relaxed, social setting. |
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2025 FALL NEWSLETTER
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Learn About Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease that has been called the "sneak thief of sight" because permanent damage to the eye can occur before patient even notices symptoms. That is why early detection and management of this chronic disease is so important.
Information from the American Glaucoma Society - click here
Information from the American Academy of Ophthalmology - click here
Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors
We gratefully acknowledge the following companies for their generous support.
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