Choosing Bascom Palmer promises distinct advantages only the nation’s No. 1 eye hospital can offer:
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute’s Samuel & Ethel Balkan International Pediatric Glaucoma Center offers a first of its kind multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosing and treating pediatric glaucoma and anterior segment dysgenesis. Patients have access to leading specialists dedicated to providing world class care.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute’s tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding patient care, research and teaching. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked Bascom Palmer Eye Institute #1 in ophthalmology in the United States. Bascom Palmer’s ophthalmologists are faculty members of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute’s The Samuel & Ethel Balkan International Pediatric Glaucoma Centeris the world’s first integrated care center providing tertiary eye care for infants and children with pediatric glaucoma and anterior segment dysgenesis. Located within Bascom Palmer Eye Institute’s flagship eye hospital in Miami,FloridaThe Balkan Center was made possible by a generous gift from Donna MaeBalkan Litowitz, with her husband Bob, in honor of her parents, Samuel and Ethel Balkan.
Pediatric glaucoma, also referred to as childhood glaucoma,is a chronic conditionrequiring careful follow-up and lifelong management after the initial treatment.Under the directorship of Alana L. Grajewski, MD, The Balkan Center has developed a multi-disciplinary approach that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and enduring needs that children with glaucoma may have. Our primary goal is to preserve vision.
Young patients at The Balkan Center are cared for byleading specialists in the fields of pediatric glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, genetics, and more. Patients have access to leading-edge diagnostic technology, surgical treatments, genetic counseling, and clinical care. Genetic counselingand testingis provided through a partnership with the John P.Hussman Institute forHuman Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
In addition, The Balkan Center serves as a hub for internationally collaborative research. Our physicians and scientists are actively conducting research to promote progress in our knowledge of pediatric glaucoma, including genetic research,and advancements in treatment. The Balkan Center administers the Childhood Glaucoma Research Network (CGRN), a global organization comprised of hundreds of physicians and scientists dedicated to the research and treatment of pediatric glaucoma.
The Balkan Center is more than just a clinic, we're a team working together to make a positive impact in the lives of children with glaucoma. Beyond the walls of the clinic we are able to promote collaborative research, provide support for patients outside of the doctor's office, participate on international initiatives with other institutions, train physicians from all around the globe to increase the accessibility of care for children with glaucoma, and more.