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 …