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2022
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Morton F. Goldberg, MD
Recognized for his impactful scientific discoveries, visionary leadership and enduring mentorship of ophthalmology trainees.
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2021
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Michael T. Trese, MD
Recognized for his seminal contributions to the diagnosis and management of retinopathy of prematurity and pediatric retinal detachment. His contributions span the breadth of genetics, imaging, telemedicine, pharmacology and he is widely considered to be the father of modern pediatric vitreoretinal surgery.
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2020
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George B. Bartley, MD
Recognized for his contributions to the science, leadership and stewardship of the profession which have advanced the standards and quality of care for the benefit of patients and colleagues.
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2019
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Marilyn T. Miller, MD
Recognized for her significant contributions to the field of pediatric ophthalmology and teratology, her lasting impact on the profession through her international humanitarian outreach and her accomplishments as an exceptional leader, educator and mentor.
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2018
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Steven Charles, MD
Recognized for his work as a leader of and catalyst for the incredible advances in vitreoretinal surgery since its introduction in the 1970s.
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2017
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Irene H. Maumenee, MD
Recognized for her significant impact by merging clinical genetics with laboratory investigations and playing a seminal role in creating the subspecialty of ophthalmic genetics.
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2016
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Matthew D. Davis, MD
Recognized for his seminal contributions to Ophthalmology including fostering rigorous standards in clinical studies that have had major public health impact on the leading causes of blindness.
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2015
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Bruce E. Spivey, MD
Honored for his exceptional leadership and monumental contributions to ophthalmology and ocular oncology in research, education and patient care.
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2014
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Jerry A. Shields, MD
Recognized for his exceptional leadership and monumental contributions to ophthalmology and ocular oncology in research, education and patient care.
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2013
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Daniel M. Albert, MD, MHS
Recognized for his seminal contributions to ophthalmology including those in patient care, education, research, ophthalmic history, medical ethics, journal editing and administration.
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2012
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Stephen J. Ryan, MD
Recognized for his valuable and innumerable contributions to the field of vitreoretinal disease and ocular trauma; Dr. Ryan's key leadership impact in major national and international organizations has reshaped not only ophthalmology but the entire field of medicine.
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2011
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Alfred Sommer, MD, MHS
Recognized for his remarkable career and lasting contributions to ophthalmology, epidemiology and public health worldwide through his discovery of the link between vitamin A deficiency and childhood blindness and mortality.
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2010
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Bradley R. Straatsma, MD, JD
Recognized for his unique contributions to the science of ophthalmology through innovative research in posterior segment pathology and his leadership in enhancing ophthalmic education institutions and organizations worldwide.
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2009
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Bernard Becker, MD
Recognized as a pioneer in ophthalmic research, clinical care, education and leadership. He is widely accepted as a world expert on the treatment of intraocular pressure regulation and neuroprotection of the optic nerve.
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2008
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Professor Alan C. Bird, MD
Recognized as a pioneer in ophthalmic research, teaching and clinical medicine. He is one of the world's experts on the treatment of retinal vascular disease and genetic and degenerative retinal disorder.
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2007
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Claes H. Dohlman, MD
Recognized as the founder of modern corneal science and for his years of teaching and educating young ophthalmologists in the field of cornea.
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2006
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Lorenz E. Zimmerman, MD
Widely recognized for his many contributions to our understanding of a broad spectrum of diseases of the eye and for his ability to clearly communicate his cogent observations to ophthalmologists in clinical practice through a series of seminal publications and lucid lectures.
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2005
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Arnall Patz, MD
A gifted teacher and clinician who saved the sight of an untold number of newborns when he suspected oxygen had a role in the alarming number of retrolental fibroplasia cases among premature infants.
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2004
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Danièle S. Aron Rosa, MD, PhD
Recognized as the inventor of the YAG Laser for the treatment of posterior capsule opacity (secondary cataract).
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J. Donald M. Gass, MD
Recognized for his research on diseases of the retina, macula and uvea, much of which was done in Miami.
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Marshall M. Parks, MD
Almost single-handedly created the subspecialty field of pediatric ophthalmology; world-renowned for his contributions to understanding and treating amblyopia and strabismus.
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2003
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Charles D. Kelman, MD
Pioneered phacoemulsification and devised a mechanical, portable cryoprobe.
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Robert Machemer, MD
Invented the vitreous infusion suction cutter, which allowed surgeons to more safely remove vitreous from the eye.
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Charles L. Schepens, MD
Recognized as the father of modern retinal surgery.
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