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Michael T. Trese, MD Professorship of Pediatric Retinal Research

at Oakland University (Rochester, MI)

Widely recognized as the father of modern pediatric vitreoretinal surgery, Dr. Trese was a pioneer whose groundbreaking work helped shape the field and transform care for children with retinal disease. Tell him something couldn’t be done, and he treated it as a personal challenge, working with relentless creativity, diligence, and humor until he found a way through.

In partnership with Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB), PRRF is proud to build upon Dr. Trese’s innovative contributions to pediatric retinal research.

Please join us in honoring Dr. Trese’s legacy.

Given its rare nature, investment in pediatric retinal research remains low. Yet the need is profound.

Dr. Trese speaking at podium
Photo Credit: Kevin Caldwell Photography

Funds raised for the Michael T. Trese, MD Professorship will go toward:

  • Hiring and supporting a distinguished professor, along with a dedicated research team, with a focus on translational pediatric retina
  • Refitting the ERI’s Pediatric Retinal Research Lab (PRRL)
  • Grant and administrative support to help secure additional funding
  • Pilot funding

For more information or to make a donation, please contact Monica Matthews at monica@prrf.org or 215-490-9434.

The Foundation of the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) is also honoring Dr. Trese through a fund to advance educational programming, physician training, and domestic and global initiatives focused on retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and preventing blindness in children worldwide. To learn more, click here.
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