Mark Fields

Mark Fields, MPH, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science at Yale School of Medicine. He also has affiliations with the Yale Stem Cell Center, reflecting his research focus at the intersection of ophthalmology and regenerative medicine.

Dr. Fields' research interests center on retinal biology, with specific expertise in the outer blood-retinal barrier, Bruch's membrane, and retinal pigment epithelium. His work investigates the structural and functional relationships between these critical ocular components and explores potential applications for stem cell therapy in treating eye diseases.

His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on understanding the complex interactions within the retina and developing innovative approaches for retinal repair and regeneration. Dr. Fields' research combines fundamental anatomical studies with translational applications, particularly in the context of age-related changes in ocular structures.

Dr. Fields maintains active research collaborations with several prominent Yale researchers including Jie Gong, Lawrence Rizzolo, and Ron Adelman, indicating strong interdisciplinary connections within Yale's ophthalmology and visual science community.