In a recent Zoom meeting, Megan Webber, co-founder of KnowTheGlow, had the opportunity to engage in a stimulating conversation with Dr. Mustapha Bature, the Chairman of the Young Ophthalmologist Forum (YOF) of Nigeria. Facilitated by Dr. Ifeoma Umeche, this enlightening discussion shed light on Dr. …
Meet Dr. Fatima Ibrahim and Dr. Maryam Abdullahi
Dr. Fatima Ibrahim and Dr. Maryam Abdullahi collaborate at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital in Nigeria, where they provide dedicated care to both pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Ibrahim, who wishes to specialize in pediatric ophthalmology, is currently involved in treating various eye conditions, including …
Meet Dr. Lawrence and Dr. Murdoch
In pediatric ophthalmology, collaboration holds the promise of transforming lives. In a recent virtual meeting, Megan Webber, Co-Founder of KnowTheGlow, gave an impassioned presentation that resonated deeply with esteemed pediatric ophthalmologists Dr. Linda Lawrence and Dr. Ian Murdoch, who were introduced to Megan by Dr. …
Meet Team Uganda
In a recent virtual meeting orchestrated by KnowTheGlow’s Co-Founder, Megan Webber, and Helene Dameris, Director of Global Outreach, a passionate group of eye health professionals in Uganda unveiled their groundbreaking efforts to revolutionize eye care services and awareness across their homeland. We also discussed their …
Meet Dr. Andrew Stacey and Thamanna Nishath
In the world of ocular health, the incidence of retinoblastoma (RB) has remained a pressing concern, especially in regions where resources are scarce. The conversation with Dr. Andrew Stacey, an Ophthalmologist at the Eye Institute at Harborview, University of Washington and a UW assistant professor …
Meet Dr. Dupe-Ademola-Popoola, Nigeria
As Megan Webber delved into the heart of Dr.Popoola’s ongoing efforts, their conversation navigated the journey of sustainability in awareness campaigns. Learning from past challenges, they envisioned flexible and durable awareness materials, transcending the limitations of traditional flyers. The shift to “flex material” flyers, available …
Navigating the Unseen: Dean Santiago Schnell’s Journey
Know The Glow’s Megan Webber had the pleasure of meeting Dean Santiago Schnell, the head of the University of Notre Dame’s College of Science. His journey from Venezuela to Oxford, then Michigan, and now his expanding role at Notre Dame fascinated Megan. Notably recognized for …
Retinostop – Meet The Team
In a recent meeting, the luminous dedication of Dr. Laurence Desjardins, Erika Leiman, Vice President Marie Françoise Ray, and President Catherine Bothorel of Rétinostop shone as brightly as their cause: raising awareness about Retinoblastoma (RB), a rare eye cancer affecting children in France. Together with …
iScreen Vision – Meet The Team
iScreen Vision, a pioneering force in vision screening, recently provided valuable insights during an interview with Megan Webber and Helene Dameris from KnowTheGlow. Megan had recently had a chance meeting with Lisa Watson at the American Academy of Pediatrics (Orange County) Conference and right away …
Meet Valerie Baltzley
KnowTheGlow Social Media Ambassador In early 2023, Valerie was introduced to the KnowtheGlow team through Christina Gill, the mom of a child who had Coats’ Disease and found support in the KTG community. Her passion and work in the social media marketing world and the …