American Society Of Retina

Chicago, IL ยท Founded 1982

Professional medical society advancing education and treatment of retinal diseases

Primary audience
Medical professionals
Work area
Professional development
Topic
Retinal disease treatment
Contact
J Michael Jumper MD
Website Contact

About Organization

The American Society of Retina Specialists provides a forum for education and advances understanding of vitreoretinal diseases among medical professionals. Based in Chicago, IL, the organization was founded in 1982 and reported revenue of $272,520 in 2023, supported by 31 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Medical Education

Provides collegial forum for retina specialists to advance clinical knowledge and treatment approaches for vitreoretinal diseases

Clinical Research

Advances scientific understanding of vitreoretinal conditions through collaborative research and knowledge sharing among specialists

Patient Care Quality

Enhances members' clinical capabilities to deliver highest standard of care for patients with retinal diseases

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$273K

+270.9% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$299K

+124.5% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$3.8M

-0.7% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $272,520 $299,171 $3,836,735 0
2022 $73,475 $133,285 $3,863,386 0
2020 $1,825 $24,612 $4,464,606 0
2019 $328,280 $182,616 $1,487,395 0
2018 $246,440 $174,379 $1,341,732 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Education

    Provides collegial open forum for retina specialists to share clinical knowledge and research

  • 02

    Research Collaboration

    Facilitates collaborative advancement of understanding and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases among specialists

  • 03

    Clinical Standards

    Develops and disseminates best practices for diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions

  • 04

    Patient Care Enhancement

    Equips members with tools and knowledge to deliver highest quality vitreoretinal patient care

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Society Of Retina

Medical Education Forum

Provides collegial open forum for retina specialists to share knowledge and advances in vitreoretinal disease treatment

Clinical Research Advancement

Advances understanding and treatment approaches for vitreoretinal diseases through collaborative research and knowledge sharing

Patient Care Standards

Enhances members' ability to provide highest quality patient care through educational resources and clinical guidelines

Professional Development

Supports retina specialists in staying current with latest treatment methods and diagnostic technologies

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Society Of Retina.

JM

J Michael Jumper MD

President-Elect
1 hrs/week
JF

Jill F Blim Ms

Executive Vice President
1 hrs/week
JE

Judy E Kim MD Fasrs

Immediate Past President
1 hrs/week
RJ

Reginald J Sanders MD

President
1 hrs/week
SK

Stacy Kiff

Vice President, Education
4 hrs/week
AW

Adrienne W Scott MD

Director
AH

Akito Hirakata MD

Director
AV

Aleksandra V Rachitskaya MD

Director
AZ

Allen Z Verne MD

Director
AJ

Andre J Witkin MD Fasrs

Director
AR

Ankoor R Shah MD Fasrs

Director
BK

Basil K Williams MD Fasrs

Director
CV

Camille V Palma MD Fasrs

Director
CC

Carl C Awh MD Fasrs

Director
EW

Eric W Schneider MD

Director
JC

James C Major MD PHD Facs Fasrs

Director
JS

Jeffrey S Heier MD

Director
JA

Jerald A Bovino MD

Director
JN

Jerzy Nawrocki MD PHD

Director
JP

Justis P Ehlers MD

Director
LC

Lisa C Olmos De Koo MD MBA

Director
MM

Michael M Lai MD PHD

Director
PH

Paul Hahn MD PHD Fasrs

Director
PJ

Phillip J Ferrone MD Fasrs

Director
RA

Roy A Levit MD

Director
SJ

Sunir J Garg MD

Director
TG

Timothy G Murray MD MBA

Director
VS

Vivienne S Hau MD PHD

Director

Milestones

1982

Society Founded

1982

American Society of Retina Specialists established to advance vitreoretinal disease treatment

1983

Tax-Exempt Status

1983

Received IRS tax-exempt recognition as professional medical education organization

2019

Peak Revenue Year

2019

Reached revenue of $328,280 supporting expanded educational programs for retina specialists

2023

Volunteer Engagement

2023

31 medical professionals volunteered to support society educational and professional development missions

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AW
Adrienne W Scott MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
AH
Akito Hirakata MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
AV
Aleksandra V Rachitskaya MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
AZ
Allen Z Verne MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
AJ
Andre J Witkin MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
AR
Ankoor R Shah MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
AM
Audina M Berrocal MD Fasrs Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Basil K Williams MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
CV
Camille V Palma MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Carl C Awh MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
CC
Charles C Wykoff MD PHD Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
CY
Christina Y Weng MD MBA Chair, Council On Educatio 1.00 hrs/week
EW
Eric W Schneider MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
GK
Gaurav K Shah MD Credentials Chair 1.00 hrs/week
GG
Geoffrey G Emerson MD PHD Fasrs Program Chair 1.00 hrs/week
JC
James C Major MD PHD Facs Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Jeffrey S Heier MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
JA
Jerald A Bovino MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
JN
Jerzy Nawrocki MD PHD Director 1.00 hrs/week
JP
Justis P Ehlers MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
LC
Lisa C Olmos De Koo MD MBA Director 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Michael M Lai MD PHD Director 1.00 hrs/week
PH
Paul Hahn MD PHD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
PJ
Phillip J Ferrone MD Fasrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
RA
Roy A Levit MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
SJ
Sunir J Garg MD Director 1.00 hrs/week
TG
Timothy G Murray MD MBA Director 1.00 hrs/week
VS
Vivienne S Hau MD PHD Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$83K

Highest Paid

$61K

Jill F Blim MS

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Jill F Blim MS Executive Vice President $0 $61,263 $61,263 1
Stacy Kiff Vice President, Education $0 $21,608 $21,608 4

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Related Organizations

2 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

2

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

2
American Society Of Retina Specialists
Chicago, IL
Advancement Of Vitreous Surgery
501(c) 501(C)(6)
Foundation Of The American Society Of Retina Specialists
Chicago, IL
Advancement Of Vitreous Surgery
501(c) 501(C)(3)

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
58 Registrations
43 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

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Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

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Phone

(312) 578-8760

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20 North Wacker Drive 2030 Chicago, IL 60606