On March 24, 2012,POB hosted the 25th annual Night of Vision® gala honoring Professional Service Award recipient, Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, and the Community Service Award winner, the Virginia Lions, District 24-A.Read more. >>

The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington has been providing sight-saving programs since 1936. Helen Curtis Demery (pictured center) was the first Executive Director. Learn more about our work past, present and future. >>

Under the leadership of Dr. Suleiman Alibhai, the Low Vision Learning Center opened in October 2010 in Alexandria, Va. Make an appointment with a low vision specialist. >>

Each year, POB provides vision screenings to almost 8,000 children ages 3 and up. Most eye problems in children can be corrected if they are detected and treated early. Find out how to schedule a screening with our trained professionals for your school. >>

Leadership & Staff

Headquarters Staff Members

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Executive Director

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Assistant to the Executive Director

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Accountant

Program Directors

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Low Vision Learning Center

Marcy Babitz
Children's Vision Screening

Hal Morrison
Adult Vision Screening

Janet Morrison
Aging Eye & Macular Degeneration Networks

Barbara Terris
Eyeglasses Clinic

Resale Shop Managers

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Alexandria

Barbara Galitzan
Kensington