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Societies are student organizations at North American high schools and universities. Members educate their peers on best practices in global health and help to support Unite For Sight's eye clinics via campus fundraising events. Society officers receive leadership
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Dr. Ajit Sinha, and retina specialist Dr. Pooja Sinha at the A.B. Eye
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