About the John A. Moran Eye Center

UTAH’S ONLY ACADEMIC EYE CENTER SERVING THE MOUNTAIN WEST

The Moran Eye Center offers some of the best patient care in the country and is nationally ranked by U.S News & World Report and Ophthalmology Times.

Moran is the largest eye care center in the Mountain West, with more than 40 specialists and 11 convenient locations offering a full range of leading-edge treatments and a robust patient support program.

Our are translating discoveries into new therapies for diseases, including glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration, while our highly competitive ranks among the nation’s best.

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Meet Our CEO

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the �㽶��Ƶ of Utah School of Medicine began in 1979 as a one-person division within the Department of Surgery. Since that time, we have become a celebrated vision institute with an international reputation for excellence in ophthalmology care, research, education, and charitable outreach.

Randall J Olson, MD

Distinguished Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, �㽶��Ƶ of Utah

The Cumming Presidential Endowed Chair

CEO, John A. Moran Eye Center

Director, �㽶��Ƶ of Utah Vision Institute

Moran Eye Center at a Glance (FY2024)

182,682 Patient Visits

9,288 Surgeries Performed

75+ Clinical Trials/Studies

No. 10 Nationwide for Best Hospitals for Ophthalmology - U.S. News & World Report

No. 6 Nationwide for Residency Education & No. 1 in the West - Doximity

Moran Eye Center Vision & Mission Statement

Latest News

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Dec 02, 2024

Moran Researcher Joins Elite Team Working to Make Human Eye Transplantation Possible

John A. Moran Eye Center scientist Frans Vinberg, PhD, is part of a project bringing together more than 40 scientists, doctors, and industry experts hand-picked from around the country.

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Nov 21, 2024

One Day Only: Year-End Eyewear Sale - 30% off Frames and Lenses

The John A. Moran Eye Center �㽶��Ƶ of Utah optical shop location will offer a 30% discount on all in-stock eyeglass frames and lenses on Wednesday, December 4.

The head-set portion of the surgical device is displayed in a Moran lab, with graduate student Zach Olson posing as a patient.

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Nov 18, 2024

Head-Mounted Robotics Device Offers a Look at the Future of Eye Surgery

A new robotic eye surgery device developed by Moran’s Paul S. Bernstein, MD, PhD, and the �㽶��Ƶ of Utah Magnetic & Medical Robotics Laboratory aims to transform retinal surgery by...

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Hear From Our Specialists

What Is Night Blindness?

Night blindness, also known as nyctalopia, is frequently caused by certain health conditions, which are often easy to treat. Making simple lifestyle changes can also make a big difference and improve your nighttime vision.

Tips to Manage Myopia

Nearsightedness, or myopia, affects a record number of people worldwide as we spend more time indoors and looking at screens. The good news is lifestyle tweaks and new treatment options can go beyond a traditional pair of eyeglasses.

Sharing Family Health History

As your family gathers this holiday season, consider sharing the gift of information. You may not realize that certain eye conditions tend to run in families, and early intervention can have significant benefits.

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