New England Eye Center's
Eli Peli, MD Receives Honorary Degree
from State University of New York

Honorary Doctor of Science Degree Conferred
Upon NEEC's Director of Vision Rehabilitation Service
at the New England Eye Center

BOSTON, MA(June 4, 2006) - An Honorary Doctor of Science degree was conferred upon Dr. Eli Peli, Director of the Vision Rehabilitation Service at the New England Eye Center by the State University of New York, State College of Optometry, during it's 32nd Commencement. "We are very proud of Dr. Peli. He is a leader in Vision Rehabilitation care and research and we are honored to have him as part of our team here at New England Eye Center" states Jay S. Duker, M.D., Chairman and Director of the New England Eye Center.

Dr. Peli is a leading expert in vision rehabilitation research, he was the first to propose and test the use of computerized enhancement as a visual aid, and has developed numerous visual aids used around the world. Dr. Peli is available for consultation in vision rehabilitation services at our Boston location. Known among his patients for his caring and personal attention, he combines an active clinical practice with research in low vision technology and aids.

Dr. Peli also holds the positions of Adjunct Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine and Professor of Ophthalmology at the Harvard Medical School. He is also a Senior Scientist, Moakley Scholar in Aging Eye Research at Schepens Eye Research Institute.

About New England Eye Center
New England Eye Center is located in the heart of Boston's Theater district above the Wang Center and is affiliated with the Tufts Medical Center and Tufts University School of Medicine. New England Eye Center offers a full range of comprehensive ophthalmology including treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, pediatric ophthalmology and aesthetic surgery. New England Eye Center is also a leading provider of Laser Vision Correction in Greater Boston and New England offering a full range of vision correction procedures for all types of eye conditions. For more information about the New England Eye Center, go to www.neec.com or www.mylasikdoc.com.

Contact:

William R. Sacco, New England Eye Center – (617) 636-1055 or wsacco@tufts-nemc.org

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