named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Past Presentations Series
Annual scholarly presentations on topics in ophthalmic history by experts in the field, dating back to 1988
Proceedings Publication
Compilation and distribution of presentation materials, some of which are published in peer-reviewed journals
Snyder Lecture
Named lecture series featuring significant contributions to ophthalmic history, delivered annually
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Healthcare Professional Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Administer named lectureships and awards in ophthalmic historyHosts the annual Charles Snyder Lecture series (established 1991) featuring prominent speakers, sponsors the Marmor Lecture at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting, and awards the Charles Snyder Medal (established 2020) and Meritorious Service Medal to recognize contributions to ophthalmic history.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Fund trainee participation in ophthalmic history activitiesProvides financial support through the Fund for Trainee Support, established in 2012, to cover registration and related expenses for students and trainees interested in ophthalmic history, enabling their participation in society events.
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Archival Digitization and Preservation 1 activity
- Maintain archival collections on ophthalmic historyPreserves and maintains permanent historical archives in collaboration with the Museum of Vision at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, ensuring long-term access to materials related to the history of ophthalmology.
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Scientific Conference & Symposium Management 1 activity
- Organize and host annual meetings for scholarly exchange in ophthalmic historyHosts an annual meeting lasting approximately one and a half days, featuring around 25 presentations, to support the presentation and discussion of research in ophthalmic history and associated fields. Recent and upcoming meetings have been held in locations including Richmond, Virginia (2026), San Francisco (2027), and St. Louis (2015–2016).
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Academic Research Dissemination 1 activity
- Publish and disseminate research in ophthalmic historySupports the publication of research presented at annual meetings by publishing papers in the Proceedings of the Society and facilitating the publication of oral presentations in peer-reviewed journals. Maintains public access to Proceedings volumes through the Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$17K
Contributions & grants$8K50%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$9K
Program expenses40%
Admin / overhead60%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$33K
Cash$33K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$30K
Liquid reserves46.3 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 5
- Albert Franceschetti MD — Treasurer
- Alice Gasch MD — Director
- Christopher Blodi MD — Director
- Curtis Margo MD — Director
- Danny H Kauffmann Jokl MD — President
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Partner — Hosts the Cogan Society archives at its Museum of Vision.
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Partner — Hosts the Marmor Lecture annually during its meeting, sponsored by the Cogan Ophthalmic History Society.
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Partner — Hosts the permanent archives of the Cogan Ophthalmic History Society through its Museum of Vision.
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Network — David Glendenning Cogan was inducted into the ASCRS Ophthalmology Hall of Fame; the Society is recognized through this affiliation.
- Chris Blodi, MD Government — Society President of the Cogan Ophthalmic History Society
- EMH Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Elsevier Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Eye Foundation of America Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Gefen Publishing Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Harvard Medical School Partner — David Glendenning Cogan was professor and chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, establishing a historical connection to the institution.
- Hirschberg Gesellschaft Partner — German society with overlapping interests in ophthalmic history; discussed possibilities for a joint meeting.
- Historia Ophthalmologica Internationalis Partner — Journal in which multiple COHS members participate on the editorial board to advance scholarship in ophthalmic history.
- J-P Wayenborgh Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Julius Hirschberg Gesellschaft Partner — Related ophthalmic history organization with coordinated or referenced meeting schedule.
- Kugler Press Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Partner — Collaborates with and honors individuals associated with the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, including Charles Snyder and past lecturers.
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Partner — David Glendenning Cogan was director of the Howe Laboratory at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, forming a foundational institutional relationship.
- National Eye Institute Government — David Glendenning Cogan served as director of neuro-ophthalmology at the National Eye Institute, linking the Society to this federal institution.
- National Library of Medicine Partner — The Society's meetings were originally held at the National Library of Medicine on the NIH campus, indicating an early institutional partnership.
- RSM Press Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Société Francophone d'Histoire de la Ophtalmologie Partner — Related ophthalmic history organization with coordinated or referenced meeting schedule.
- Springer Partner — Publisher of books authored by Cogan Society members.
- Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye Partner — Collaborates to provide access to the Society's Proceedings volumes.
- Washington University School of Medicine Partner — Hosts the Bohigian Lecture series sponsored by the Cogan Ophthalmic History Society.
- Women in Ophthalmology Network — Collaborates with Women in Ophthalmology, as evidenced by co-sponsored educational symposia and shared historical documentation.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Interdisciplinary Integration to Enhance Medical Educationmethodology: interdisciplinary-educationBy connecting ophthalmology with cultural, historical, and artistic perspectives through interdisciplinary lectures, we enhance the relevance and depth of medical practice because diverse intellectual frameworks improve understanding and engagement with the field.
- International and Institutional Collaboration to Expand Scholarly Reachmethodology: international_academic_collaborationBy partnering with international peer organizations and rotating meeting locations among member institutions, we broaden participation and strengthen the field because shared stewardship and cross-border collaboration amplify scholarly impact and inclusivity.
- Scholarly Forum for Research Exchangemethodology: scholarly_forumBy creating a dedicated forum for the presentation and discussion of research in ophthalmic history, we advance knowledge in the field because structured scholarly exchange fosters critical engagement, collaboration, and dissemination of new insights.
- Scholarly Publication and Dissemination for Field Advancementmethodology: scholarly_disseminationBy supporting editorial leadership and promoting both internal and peer-reviewed external publication, we advance ophthalmic history because rigorous dissemination multiplies the reach and credibility of research.
- Support for Trainees to Sustain Field Engagementmethodology: trainee_supportBy providing financial support to trainees and students in medicine and ophthalmology, we promote long-term engagement with ophthalmic history because early-career investment fosters sustained participation and future scholarship.