Grace joined Know the Glow in September 2023 after meeting with Megan Webber at ISOO AFRICA 2023 Conference in Kenya after learning of the great work KTG is doing to create awareness and prevent blindness. Grace is the mother to Christian who after she noticed …
Interview with Dr. Michael Gichangi
Head of Ophthalmic Services Unit, Ministry of Health-Kenya In the heart of rural Kenya, Dr. Michael Gichangi’s journey began, navigating illnesses that frequently led him to the local hospital. This early exposure sparked his interest in the medical world, experiencing both sides as a patient …
Glowing Spotlight on Larry Wagh, Know the Glow India Ambassador
Larry first interacted with Megan and Team KTG in September 2020 during the WE C HOPE Meeting with Dr Jessy Berry. Being a trained and certified Palliative Care Nurse himself, Larry perceived that there was a dire need to educate the community and the medical …
Meet Marcia Zondervan
KnowTheGlow recently met with Marcia Zondervan, leader of the VISION 2020 LINKS & Networks Programme at the International Centre for Eye Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, and her colleague Claire Walker. We were excited to discuss the Retinoblastoma Network (Rb-NET), a unique …
Dr. Viviane Lanzelotte
Dr. Viviane Lanzelotte, a dedicated pediatric ophthalmologist based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has left an indelible mark on the landscape of children’s eye health. Her close collaboration with the National Institute of Cancer (INCA) and the Municipal Bureau of Rio de Janeiro has brought …
Victor’s Victory!
In an incredible tale of initiative and community-driven healthcare, Victor Mugadiri, a clinical officer from Kenya with a degree in clinical medicine and community health, has emerged as a true local hero. His remarkable journey began when he stumbled upon KnowTheGlow online, and it ignited …
Uniting Against Retinoblastoma – ISOO Africa 2023
Megan Webber, Co-Founder of KnowTheGlow, made her inaugural appearance at the 2023 International Society of Ocular Oncology (ISOO) Conference in Mombasa, Kenya. Her presence at the event left a lasting impression. The gathering, which hosted over 200 attendees, was a critical point of knowledge exchange …
Meet Nicola Rivett
Nicola Rivett founded Kids Eye Gear in 2013 after experiencing first hand a child with a rare eye condition. Faced with years of patching her young baby – and the expenses that came with it – Nicola created the first Australian-designed adhesive orthoptic eye patch. …
Meet Dr. Konstantinos Balaskas
In the ever-evolving field of medical science, Dr. Konstantinos Balaskas stands out as a trailblazer, particularly in the realm of Artificial intelligence and ophthalmology. With a specialization in retinal care, Dr. Balaskas has established himself as a prominent figure in the medical community, notably as …
Dr. Kanwal “Ken” Nischal
In the dynamic field of pediatric ophthalmology, Dr. Kanwal “Ken” Nischal has emerged as a driving force, spearheading transformative change through the World Society of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS). With an emphasis on inclusivity, innovation, and global collaboration, Dr. Nischal’s initiatives have revolutionized the …