Heed Ophthalmic Foundation

About the foundation

Established by Thomas Heed in 1945, the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation has provided over 11 million dollars in funding and awarded over 1,100 fellowships to assist young men and women in pursuing postgraduate studies in ophthalmology. The appointed individuals receive a Merit Award of $10,000 and are recognized as Heed Fellows.

News & Updates

Resident Retreat 2025

Heed Luncheon

Appointment of Fellows

Heed

655 Beach Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 447-0249
[email protected]

MISSION

To encourage and support education and research in ophthalmology and the ophthalmic sciences by providing postgraduate fellowships to individuals of exceptional ability.

For applicants