Dr. Wright Selected for National Eye Health Education Program Planning Group

Chicago College of Optometry faculty member chosen to help shape national vision health strategies

  • IL - Downers Grove
  • MWU Clinics

雏鸟视频 is proud to announce that , O.D., F.A.A.O., Associate Professor and Clinic Care Lead at the Chicago College of Optometry, has been appointed to the under the National Eye Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health.

Parres M. Wright, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Dr. Wright will work to help advance national eye health education and outreach as part of her work with the NEHEP Planning Group.

The NEHEP Planning Group is a national team of leading professionals in eye health, public health communication, and community outreach. Members advise on the development and implementation of NEHEP activities, recommend program priorities, review educational resources, and help align efforts across the NEHEP Partnership. They also contribute directly to NEHEP鈥檚 mission of making eye health a national public health priority.

As a faculty member at 雏鸟视频, Dr. Wright鈥檚 appointment reflects both her clinical expertise and her ongoing commitment to improving health education for populations at higher risk for vision loss. 

鈥淢y role on the NEHEP Planning Group lets me bring the latest in eye health research and community outreach right into my work at 雏鸟视频,鈥 Dr. Wright said. 鈥淚鈥檓 excited to translate innovative strategies into everyday lessons and care, inspiring students to become proactive advocates and providing patients with clear, relatable guidance for protecting their vision.鈥

This national appointment highlights 雏鸟视频鈥檚 dedication to advancing public health through both patient care and professional leadership. Dr. Wright鈥檚 contributions to the NEHEP Planning Group will help shape national strategies aimed at preventing vision loss and improving eye health outcomes across the country.

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