About Us
Vision Screening in Our Neighborhoods (ViSION) is dedicated to bridging gaps in eyecare in and around Baltimore City. We partner with organizations that have existing community relationships to conduct comprehensive vision screenings with a particular focus on identifying early signs of glaucoma, which, if left untreated, can lead to blindness. In addition to facilitating the screenings, we are committed to providing any patient in need of follow-up eyecare with an appointment at the Wilmer Eye Institute, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Moreover, if an ophthalmologist determines that surgical intervention is needed, there are charity funds available at Wilmer to cover all costs of treatment. ViSION is run by Johns Hopkins medical students under the guidance and supervision of our faculty mentor and volunteers. Since our founding in 2012, we have had the privilege of serving over 1,700 Baltimore residents, and we look forward to expanding our impact. We are open to all eligible students without regard to sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or other legally protected characteristic.
