Two weeks ago, I prepared myself for a challenging eye procedure I wasn’t looking forward to. Today, it’s round two for my left eye, but I’m surrounded by positivity in this familiar place. Before they whisk me away to inject my eye, I have to share something amazing. Last November, the UCSD Shiley Eye Institute interviewed me about my patient experience at UCSD. I knew it would be shared with staff, but seeing it printed in the 2023 annual report exceeded all expectations. Grateful to UCSD Shiley Eye Center for including me – hope my words make my providers proud and remind them how valued they are. 
