The Truhlsen-Marmor Museum of the Eye in San Francisco is hosting an exhibit titled "West Meets East: Eye Medicine in the Asia-Pacific" until spring 2026. The showcase highlights the oldest surviving medical text in Japan, the 10th-century Ishinpo, which details cataract surgery practices. The exhibit features artifacts and medical practices from several countries, providing insights into the historical development of ophthalmology in Asia. Visitors can learn about various treatments inspired by religious texts and the advancements made through experimentation, offering a comprehensive look at how eye medicine evolved through different cultures and eras.
The exhibition explores the evolution of ophthalmology in Asia, showcasing artifacts and methods that trace back to 10th-century practices, including early cataract surgery techniques.
Visitors to the exhibit will encounter a range of eye treatments from various Asian cultures, all chronicled through historical artifacts that reveal unique medical practices.
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