Varshini Varadaraj

Varshini Varadaraj is a Research Fellow at the Johns Hopkins Disability Health Research Center, focusing on aging populations with vision loss and health disparities for individuals with disabilities. She holds dual advanced degrees (MD, MPH) and has expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, and data-driven healthcare analysis.

• Medical and Ophthalmology Training: Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai, India
• MPH: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (Epidemiology & Biostatistics)
• Postdoctoral Training: Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Her research integrates big data analysis with social determinants of health to address accessibility barriers and disability inclusion. Recent work examines electronic health record adaptations, glaucoma screening economics, and stigma in age-related vision impairment.

Publications analyze disparities in healthcare access and outcomes for disabled populations, leveraging epidemiological methods and claims-based datasets. Key themes include aging with disabilities, vision rehabilitation, and institutional accessibility.

Scientific Awards:
• Career Impact Award, Horizons by Hopkins (2021)
• First Place Poster, Research on Aging Showcase (2021)
• Excellence in Diversity Poster Symposium Winner (2018)
• Multiple awards at ARVO and Wilmer Research Meetings (2013-2019)