Please join the Foundation Fighting Blindness for a FREE informative seminar on age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, and related diseases. Leading doctors and specialists will be presenting information on the latest research advances and current treatments for these diseases as well as valuable information on vision enhancement and rehabilitation.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to get the latest groundbreaking information in your own backyard!

WHEN:
Saturday, October 31, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
(Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.)

WHERE:
NIU Hoffman Estates
5555 Trillium Boulevard
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

SEMINAR TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Age-Related Macular Degeneration: the latest treatments and therapies
• Retinitis Pigmentosa and Other Inherited Retinal Diseases
• Retinal Research Advancements: the latest breakthroughs and clinical trials
• Vision Enhancement and Rehabilitation
• Community Resources & Services

EXPERT PRESENTATIONS BY:

• David Gamm, M.D., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
• Timothy Schoen, Ph.D., Foundation Fighting Blindness
• Polly Abbott, C.V.R.T., O.M.S., Guild for the Blind
• Kathy Austin, Guild for the Blind
• Michael Blair, M.D., Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary

Local low vision organizations will be onsite to demonstrate their products and services and a complimentary continental breakfast will be provided.

For more information or to register call 800-277-0004. Seating is limited so register today for this free informative seminar!

Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from