Elza Rachid

Elza Rachid is an Assistant Professor at the University of Chicago, affiliated with the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science. Her research focuses on pediatric ophthalmology, eye injuries, and genetic disorders impacting ocular motility.

• Department: Ophthalmology and Visual Science
• Institution: University of Chicago

Research Areas

• Ophthalmology: Amblyopia, Strabismus, Myopia, and ocular trauma management.
• Genetics: Pathogenic variants in genes like KIF21A and GATA2 linked to congenital eye disorders.
• Pediatrics: Eye complications in children, including optic nerve changes and ocular surface issues.

Publications span ophthalmology, genetics, and trauma management. Key topics include blast injuries, strabismus, amblyopia, and hereditary congenital facial paresis. Her work often involves collaborative studies with researchers like Chris Albanis, Michael Blair, and others.

Networks include collaborations in ophthalmology and genetics, with similar researchers such as Dimitra Skondra and Mohamad Bydon.