The Elm

Why Join?

Help advance our understanding of how blood flows in the eyes of individuals with high myopia and glaucoma.

Who Can Participate?

• Adults 18 or older
• High myopia (refractive error between -5 and -15 diopters in at least one eye)
• Vision in both eyes
• No prior ocular disease other than glaucoma
• No previous diagnosis of diabetes mellitus

What’s Involved?

• One in-person imaging session lasting one to two hours
• Session takes place at 419 W. Redwood St., Suite 420, Baltimore, MD 21201

Compensation and Support

• $50 gift card for your time
• Parking voucher available

Your involvement is entirely voluntary, and there are no direct clinical benefits — though your participation could benefit the future of glaucoma diagnostics.

If you are interested in participating or have questions, please email eyeresearch@som.umaryland.edu.