The Retina Foundation currently has eight laboratories where scientists conduct studies on pediatric eye disorders (strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts and retinopathy of prematurity), macular degeneration, and genetic eye diseases (retinitis pigmentosa, Stargardt disease, cone-rod dystrophy, and Usher syndrome).

Additional studies address the nutritional requirements for optimal eye and brain development. We also have visual evaluation services for developmentally delayed and/or cortically visually impaired children and genetic counseling services for families with an inherited eye disease. We currently provide free services to over 2,500 patients a year.