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Things You Didn’t Know About SLT

Experienced surgeons dispel myths about selective laser trabeculoplasty and provide pearls and practice insights.

By: Syril K. Dorairaj, MD, and, Ariana Levin, MD, Tony Realini, MD, MPH, Constance O. Okeke, MD, MSCE, Steven R. Sarkisian, Jr., MD, Christine Funke, MD, Lorraine M. Provencher, MD, Marlene R. Moster, MD, Shivani S. Kamat, MD, Sahar Bedrood, MD, PhD, Douglas J. Rhee, MD, Jacob W. Brubaker, MD, Kateki Vinod, MD, Lauren S. Blieden, MD, Mary Qiu, MD,, Samantha Goldburg, MD, John Berdahl, MD
Glaucoma Physician March 1, 2026 Page(s): 9-12
Top Institutions in Ophthalmology - Glaucoma

Institutions leading in glaucoma research and clinical innovation, particularly those with strong ophthalmology departments and dedicated glaucoma service lines, have contributed significantly to SLT research, clinical trials, and education.

  • #1

    Mayo Clinic
    Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, Minnesota

    Mayo Clinic is renowned for its comprehensive glaucoma program and contributions to clinical research on SLT, including practical clinical insights and patient management strategies.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma

  • #2

    Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
    Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

    Boston, Massachusetts

    As a Harvard Medical School affiliate, Mass Eye and Ear is a leader in glaucoma research and innovation, including pioneering studies on laser treatments like SLT.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma

  • #3

    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
    Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

    Miami, Florida

    Bascom Palmer is consistently ranked among the top ophthalmology centers globally, with extensive clinical expertise and research in glaucoma laser treatments including SLT.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma

  • #4

    Wills Eye Hospital
    Wills Eye Hospital

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Wills Eye is a premier institution for glaucoma care and research, with a strong focus on laser trabeculoplasty and glaucoma surgical innovations.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma

  • #5

    University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center
    University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center

    San Francisco, California

    UCSF is a leading academic center with robust glaucoma research programs, including studies on laser trabeculoplasty and novel glaucoma therapies.

    Key Differentiators

    • Ophthalmology
    • Glaucoma