The Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology

More than 45 years of vision research, education and support for the visually impaired.

As the research and education arm of the Henry Ford Department of Ophthalmology, the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology (DIO) is committed to supporting and educating people with low vision. Our goal is to help individuals maintain independence and dignity while living a fulfilling and productive life. The DIO is also a global leader in collaborative eye research.

Support services for the visually impaired

Located in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology provides a wide range of support services for people with low vision, including:

• Senior support groups (for adults age 60 and older)
• Visionaries support groups (for adults age 20–59)

Many DIO programs are supported by its volunteer arm, the Friends of Vision . Volunteers are always needed, with a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Training is provided, and volunteers can choose activities that match their interests and schedules.

Research congresses

The Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology sponsors two international research congresses , each bringing more than 30 of the world’s leading scientists to Detroit for three days:

• The Eye, The Brain & The Auto : Focuses on understanding the relationship between vision and safe vehicle operation.
• The Eye and The Chip : Explores advances in nanoelectronics and neurobiology to support the development of artificial vision technologies.

EyesOn Design Awards for Design Excellence

Each year, the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology hosts the EyesOn Design Awards for Design Excellence at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). These officially sanctioned awards recognize the best production and concept vehicles making their global debut in Detroit.

EyesOn Design Car Show

For more than 30 years, the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology has sponsored EyesOn Design , an annual international exhibition celebrating automotive design excellence. Held on Father’s Day at the Edsel & Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, the show features a new theme each year.

The Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology