Shiyoung Roh

Shiyoung Roh, MD is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at UMass Chan Medical School, affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. His primary role focuses on ophthalmologic care and telemedicine innovations. He holds an MD from Tufts University School of Medicine and a BA in Chemistry from Wesleyan University.

Roh’s research emphasizes improving patient follow-up for chronic eye conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy through telehealth strategies. His work addresses healthcare accessibility, particularly for minority populations, and explores cost-effective care models during public health crises. Key areas include telemedicine implementation, pandemic response in ophthalmology, and optimizing clinical workflows for chronic disease management.

His recent publications highlight telehealth’s role in reconnecting patients with subspecialty care, managing age-related macular degeneration, and enhancing diabetic retinopathy screening. Roh collaborates closely with colleagues like David Ramsey on projects analyzing telehealth’s financial viability and patient engagement strategies.

Roh is part of a surgical team at UMass Chan - Lahey, contributing to interventional ophthalmology and clinical research initiatives. His network includes collaborators focused on glaucoma, retinal diseases, and telemedicine integration in healthcare systems.