Message From the President

The Minnesota Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (MAEPS) represents over 320
Eye MDs throughout Minnesota. For over 100 years, we have dedicated our time and
resources to promote high-quality medical and surgical eye care for all Minnesotans.
MAEPS provides continuing education for medical and surgical eye physicians,
encourages the exchange of ideas, fosters collaboration within our specialty, and
embraces new research and technology to improve patient care. MAEPS organizes an
annual educational symposium with invited speakers from various ophthalmic
subspecialties, ensuring our members have easy access to the latest evidence-based
standards and innovations in a local setting. We are a resource for socioeconomic,
legislative, and regulatory affairs, and we work hard to educate our legislatures about
the eye care safety. We proudly advocate for “Surgery by Surgeons” to maintain the
high-quality eye care standards that Minnesotans deserve.
Previously known as the Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology (1985-2024) and the
Minnesota Academy of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology (1911-1985), we updated
our name in 2025 to clarify the rigor of our medical and surgical expertise and training
for the public.
Minnesota has the best healthcare in the nation. Please join us as we continue to
advocate for patient safety, patient safety, and work to achieve the highest possible
medical and surgical standards for all Minnesotans. If you are interested in
collaborating or just want more information, please do not hesitate to connect.

Sincerely,

Anne Abel, MD
President
Minnesota Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons