Neeru Gupta

Neeru Gupta, MD, PhD, MBA, FRCSC, DABO, FARVO, FCAHS is a Professor and Head of the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. She also holds the Stephen M. Drance Chair and is affiliated with the School of Population & Public Health.

• Leadership Roles:
  • President of the International Council of Ophthalmology
  • President of the Association of Canadian University Professors of Ophthalmology
  • Former President of the World Glaucoma Association and Canadian Glaucoma Society
• Editorial Roles:
  • Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Glaucoma
  • Member of World Health Organization expert panels

Dr. Gupta's research focuses on molecular and cellular mechanisms in eye and brain health, clinical trials, and surgical innovation. Her work bridges translational medicine and clinical practice.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Lewis Rudin Glaucoma Prize
  • World Glaucoma Association Research Award
  • Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Society International Education Award
  • Fellow, Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (2023)