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OPHTHALMOLOGY INNOVATION SOURCE
OUR STORY
The Ophthalmology Innovation Summit (OIS) was conceptualized and developed by ophthalmologist/venture capitalist Emmett Cunningham of Clarus Funds now Blackstone Life Sciences. Dr. Cunningham enrolled legendary venture capitalists Bill Link of Versant Ventures/Flying L Partners to Co-Chair the summits to make his vision for OIS a reality. Craig Simak, Healthegy, CEO and experienced conference producer was brought on board as a OIS co-founder in 2009 and OIS was brought to life.
FOUNDING CO-CHAIRMEN
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Emmett T. Cunningham Jr., MD, PhD, MPH
Blackstone Life Sciences
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William J. Link, PhD
Flying L Partners