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Leonard V. MessnerView profile

Professor

• Neuro-ophthalmology
• Retina
• Concussion-related Vision Disorders
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Leonard V. Messner serves as Professor of Optometry and Vice President for Strategy & Institutional Advancement at the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO), where he has held faculty and leadership positions since 1985. He also coordinates the Ocular Disease/Neuro-Ophthalmic Disorders Residency program and maintains active clinical research affiliations with the American Academy of Optometry and North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society. His educational background includes: BS from University of Pittsburgh (1979) OD from Pennsylvania College of Optometry (1984) Primary Eye Care Residency at Eye Institute of Pennsylvania College of Optometry (1985) Certificate in Financial Analysis for Nonfinancial Managers, University of Chicago (1998) Certificate in Advanced Leadership Strategies, Harvard School of Public Health (1999) Dr. Messner's research explores neuro-ophthalmic disorders and retinal pathologies with emphasis on concussion-related visual abnormalities, reading eye movements, idiopathic intracranial hypertension, optic neuritis mechanisms, and advanced imaging for diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. His work bridges clinical practice with diagnostic innovation, particularly in neuro-visual assessment and retinal vascular disease . His 13 publications (2003-2013) reveal consistent focus on neuro-ophthalmic diagnostics (46% of works) and retinal imaging (54%), featuring collaborations with multidisciplinary teams. Key trends include development of concussion screening tools like the King-Devick Test and application of ultra-widefield angiography for diabetic macular edema. Major recognitions include: Salus University Presidential Medal of Honor (2019) Newsweek America's Best Eye Doctors (2021) 24 Teacher of the Year awards at ICO American Academy of Optometry Service Appreciation award (twice) Illinois Optometrist of the Year (2013) Dr. Messner serves on the Concussion Research Committee of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society and advisory board of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, directing research initiatives in sports-related vision disorders. While no dedicated laboratory is specified, his publications indicate active collaboration with retinal specialists and neurologists across multiple institutions.

• Leadership
• Organizational Behavior
• Workplace Dynamics
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Dr. Saima Ahmad is a Senior Lecturer at RMIT University's School of Management, focusing on cultivating sustainable work environments and investigating leadership's impact on individual well-being. With a PhD in Management from Monash University, her research spans organizational behavior, workplace dynamics, and leadership ethics, addressing critical issues such as bullying, resilience, and digital disruption. She coordinates courses in the RMIT MBA program and serves on editorial boards for the European Management Journal and PLoS One . Education: PhD in Management from Monash University Her research emphasizes positive leadership styles and their influence on employee engagement and organizational sustainability. Recent work explores servant leadership in the construction industry and the role of green human resource management in fostering environmental citizenship. She has pioneered studies on workplace bullying and its mitigation through ethical leadership frameworks. Her scientific awards include the 2022 RMIT GSBL Dean’s Merit Award for HDR Leadership Excellence for her contributions as HDR Coordinator (2022-2024), where she enhanced PhD completion rates and student support systems. She actively supervises Masters and PhD research candidates, focusing on leadership and organizational behavior.

Jeremiah LimView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biomarkers
• Ocular imaging
• Electroretinography
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Jeremiah Lim is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Allied Health within the Department of Optometry and Vision Science at The University of Western Australia. He holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Melbourne, specializing in Alzheimer’s disease ocular phenotypes, and has additional qualifications in optometry and education. His research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s/Parkinson’s), retinal imaging , and biomarkers , with particular emphasis on translating ocular findings to broader neurological insights. Key projects include retinal hyperspectral imaging in disease models and improving eye health literacy in disadvantaged communities. Recent work emphasizes mouse models for studying neurodegeneration, electrophysiology , and gene therapy applications. Lim has authored over 25 peer-reviewed articles, with notable contributions to retinal biomarker development and clinical optometry practices. Awards: Alexander-Guelma Clinical Fellow in Neuroscience (2019), Eberhard Dodt Memorial Award (2016) Grants: Perth Eye Foundation (2024–2027), Diabetes Research Foundation of WA (2024–2025) His interdisciplinary approach bridges optometry, neuroscience, and clinical practice, aiming to advance early disease detection and patient care strategies.

Molly KingView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ocular Disease
• Low Vision Rehabilitation
• LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Healthcare
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Dr. Molly King serves as an Assistant Professor of Health Sciences at the School of Optometry, University of California, Berkeley, where she focuses on clinical education and community health initiatives. Her academic credentials include: OD from Pacific University College of Optometry Residency in Ocular Disease and Low Vision Rehabilitation at Illinois College of Optometry Dr. King specializes in expanding healthcare access for marginalized populations, with particular expertise in ocular disease management and low vision rehabilitation. She actively promotes LGBTQ+ inclusion in optometric practice through national lecture circuits, integrating cultural competency into clinical frameworks for underserved communities. Scientific awards: None documented in available materials. Her advisory roles and research funding mechanisms are not specified in current public profiles, though her community outreach work suggests strong clinical mentorship engagement. Research infrastructure details including laboratories or specialized teams are not referenced in the provided institutional description.

Jennifer G. PageView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Optometry
• Primary Eye Care
• Community Eye Health
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Jennifer G. Page is a Clinical Associate Professor at Indiana University School of Optometry, currently serving as Director of the Guanajuato Eye Care Center in Mexico while maintaining affiliation with the Indianapolis Eye Care Center. Her work bridges academic instruction and clinical practice across international settings. Education: Doctor of Optometry, Indiana University School of Optometry (2002) Bachelor of Arts, Indiana State University (1996) Dr. Page specializes in primary eye care with strong emphasis on community health applications and cross-cultural clinical delivery systems. Her professional trajectory demonstrates deep commitment to underserved populations through both commercial practice in low-income Indiana regions and international service in Mexico. The integration of her academic role with hands-on clinical direction reflects a practitioner-scholar approach to optometric education. As Director of the Guanajuato Eye Care Center since 2005, she leads comprehensive ophthalmic services while maintaining her faculty position. Her early career included teaching optician/technician coursework during her doctoral studies and subsequent full-time faculty appointments across Indiana's university eye care network prior to her Mexico assignment.

Janet L. LeasherView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Global Epidemiology
• Global Access to Vision Care
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Dr. Janet L. Leasher is a Professor at Nova Southeastern University's College of Optometry in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She holds a Doctor of Optometry (1986) from Pacific University and a Master's in Public Health in International Health and Development (1999) from Tulane University. Her teaching focuses on public health didactic courses, including community health promotion, health systems, policy, economics, and ethics. She also serves as a clinical preceptor for third-year optometry students and teaches case analysis and clinical decision-making. Additionally, she is faculty in the Master of Science Clinical Vision Research program and the Public Health program at NSU's Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Leasher's research emphasizes global epidemiology, program evaluation, and equitable access to vision care. She has authored over 75 publications with 65,000+ citations and is among the top 40 optometric researchers globally. She leads the Americas region for the Vision Loss Expert Group in the Global Burden of Disease Study. She serves on the National Eye Institute's National Eye Health Education Program planning group and contributes to public health research strategy. Her professional roles include leadership in the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry, American Optometric Association, American Public Health Association, and World Council of Optometry. Past roles include Director of Community Outreach at NSU and coordinator for UNESCO's Visual Health and Development initiative. Her honors include Fellowships from the American Academy of Optometry and National Academy of Practice in Optometry. She actively promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency in optometric education through multiple task forces and training programs.

Catherine BurnsView profile

Professor

• Human factors engineering
• Systems engineering
• Safety
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Catherine Burns is a Professor in the Department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo, Canada, and holds the Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Human Factors in Healthcare Systems. She also serves as the Associate Vice President, Health Initiatives, overseeing research in health and health technology alignment with the university's strategic goals. Her roles include leadership in institutional initiatives such as the Health Initiatives Task Force and the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology. Education: She earned a Bachelor's in Systems Design Engineering (1992, University of Waterloo), a Master's in Industrial Engineering (1994, University of Toronto), and a Doctorate in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (1998, University of Toronto). Research: Her work focuses on human factors engineering, systems engineering, safety, ergonomics, and cognitive engineering, with applications in healthcare systems and technology. Key interests include interface design, usability testing, and decision-making processes in complex environments. Awards: Notable recognitions include multiple Outstanding Performance Awards from the University of Waterloo, the Research Excellence Award (2009), and Fellow status in the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (2015). Advising & Grants: As the Principal Investigator of an NSERC CREATE Training program, she has trained over 40 graduate students. Her grants include the NSERC Discovery Accelerator Supplement (2008). Labs & Teams: Founded and led the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology (2012–2019), advancing interdisciplinary research in biomedical and health technologies.

Sherrol A. ReynoldsView profile

Professor

• Optometry
• Retina and Primary Care
• Diversity and Education in Optometry
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Sherrol A. Reynolds, O.D. is a Professor of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. She serves as Chief of the Davie Primary Care Clinic , Clinic Director for Retina , and Director of Interprofessional Education . Dr. Reynolds is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and the Optometric Retina Society. Education: University of Florida, Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry. Dr. Reynolds specializes in retina care, primary care optometry, and interprofessional education , with a focus on diabetes-related eye health and diversity in optometric education . Her work bridges clinical practice, leadership, and community outreach. She contributed to the 2022 American Diabetes Association Compendia , addressing evidence-based guidelines for diabetes treatment, emphasizing eye health intersections. Scientific Awards: National Optometric Association (NOA) Optometrist of the Year (2013) Women in Optometry Leadership Award (2021) American Optometric Association (AOA) President’s Award (2021) Inaugural Excellence in Diversity Awareness and Education Award (2022) Dr. Reynolds held leadership roles, including President of NOA (2017–2021) , and contributes to national initiatives like the National Eye Institute (NEI) NEHEP and Prevent Blindness scientific committee . She co-chairs the Eye Health, My Health: Eye Health for African Americans initiative and is a columnist for the Optometric Management Journal Retina column .

Juan Ramon Ordoñana MartinView profile

Professor

• Psychobiology
• Twin Studies
• Genetic and Environmental Influences on Health Behaviors
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Juan Ramon Ordoñana Martin is a Professor at the University of Murcia, affiliated with the Faculty of Psychology and Speech Therapy and the Department of Human Anatomy and Psychobiology. He is a member of the Psychobiology and Neurobiology of Behavior research group and previously part of the Psicofisiologia Humana y Psicobiologia group. Education: PhD in Psychobiology from Universidad de Murcia (1997), thesis supervised by Dr. Jesús Gómez Amor, focusing on fear appeals in health communication. Research: Specializes in psychobiology, sleep quality, low back pain, and genetic/environmental influences on health behaviors. His work leverages twin studies to disentangle heritability and environmental factors in traits like sleep disorders, educational attainment, and reproductive health. Article Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize twin-based analyses of sleep quality, diabetes epigenetics, chronotype effects, and environmental sensitivity in psychiatric conditions. Collaborations: Works with international twin registries (CODATwins Project) and leads the Murcia Twin Registry, focusing on biobanks and longitudinal data in health promotion.

Khyber AlamView profile

Associate Professor

• Optometry
• Medical Education
• Public Health
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Dr. Khyber Alam is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of the Doctor of Optometry program at The University of Western Australia (UWA). He serves on key committees including the Learning and Teaching Committee, Academic Board, and Academic Council, demonstrating leadership in higher education. With a focus on constructive alignment in curriculum design, his teaching philosophy integrates global perspectives and evidence-based methods. His research spans optometry education, public health, and ophthalmology, supported by grants from the Perth Eye Foundation. Education: B.VS (Deakin), M.Optom (Deakin), PhD (Medicine, Deakin), MBA (Deakin), Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching (UWA) Research interests include vision research, low vision care, and humanitarian healthcare. He has co-supervised 7 HDR students and received notable awards like the Deakin Young Alumni of the Year (2019). His recent grants address eye health literacy in disadvantaged communities and falls prevention through optometric interventions. Awards: Higher Education Academy Fellowship (2022), Humanitarian Leadership Affiliate (2020)

• Primary Health Care
• Public Health
• Medicine (General)
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Ronald N. Adler, MD is an Associate Professor at UMass Chan Medical School's Department of Family Medicine and Community Health. He holds additional academic positions at T.H. Chan School of Medicine and Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, where he contributes to the Masters in Clinical Investigation and Population Health Sciences programs. His education includes a BA and BS from Tufts University (Biology & Philosophy) and an MD from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Adler's research focuses on healthcare quality improvement, primary care innovation, and chronic disease management. Notable areas include clinical quality metrics for family physicians, telehealth-supported optometry practices, and diabetes/asthma management strategies. His work bridges clinical practice and public health, emphasizing measurable outcomes and patient-centered care. His publications from 2010–2022 reflect a consistent focus on primary care challenges, quality measurement systems, and diagnostic advancements in pathology. Co-author collaborations highlight interdisciplinary engagement with experts in cytopathology and healthcare technology. No scientific awards are listed, but his active roles in multiple academic institutions indicate sustained contributions to medical education and research.

Kerri YoshiyamaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Optometric Education
• Novel Teaching Methods in Optometry
• Infectious Disease Prevention in Eye Care
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Dr. Kerri Yoshiyama is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry, specializing in primary care and ocular disease. She currently serves as Assistant Clinic Director and teaches clinical optometry across all academic levels, with a focus on clinical curriculum development, student educational support, and infectious disease policy. Prior roles include Associate Clinical Professor at New England College of Optometry Director of Eye Care Services at Geiger-Gibson Community Health Center Clinical Laboratory Instructor at Berkeley Her research interests center on optometric education and innovative teaching technologies. She actively participates in clinical education symposia and serves on the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) Government Affairs Committee. Dr. Yoshiyama's publications address glaucoma detection methods and neurological conditions affecting ocular health. Contact: kyoshiyama@berkeley.edu

Michelle HoffView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Optometric Education
• Vision Care
• Community Eye Health
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Michelle Hoff serves as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, Berkeley's School of Optometry. Her professional identity integrates dual expertise as an optometrist and master optician to advance vision care education and community service. Her educational credentials include: OD (Doctor of Optometry) from University of California, Berkeley, 1994 BS in Vision Science from University of California, Berkeley, 1992 BA in Marine Biology from University of California, Berkeley, 1990 Dr. Hoff's professional focus centers on optometric education methodology, community-based vision care delivery, and interdisciplinary approaches to visual disorders. She emphasizes practical integration of optometric and opticianry perspectives for comprehensive patient solutions, particularly through non-profit initiatives addressing healthcare access gaps. Her professional recognition includes: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) Fellow of the National Academy of Opticianry (FNAO) As an active faculty mentor, she guides student philanthropy groups and supports alumni relations. Dr. Hoff co-founded Sightline Ophthalmic Consulting, LLC to enhance clinical and business practices for vision professionals, and established the Mindful Eyes Foundation to provide eyeglasses and coordinate eye care for underserved populations lacking traditional insurance coverage.

• Age-related macular degeneration
• Optical Coherence Tomography
• Retinal imaging densitometry
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Dr. Ashley Wood is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Learning and Teaching at the School of Optometry and Vision Sciences, Cardiff University. An experienced optometrist and Cardiff graduate, Dr. Wood has been with the institution since 2012, contributing significantly to both research and teaching in the field of vision sciences. Dr. Wood's educational background includes a BSc in Optometry & Vision Science (2003-2006) and a PhD in "Retinal structure and function in Age-related Maculopathy" (2007-2011), both from Cardiff University. Professional credentials include Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Accreditation for Eye Health Examination Wales (EHEW), and registration as an Optometrist with the General Optical Council (GOC: 01-32560). Research interests focus primarily on age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of vision loss in the EU/UK. Dr. Wood employs objective assessment methods including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), ocular electrophysiology, and retinal imaging densitometry. Current work involves using a prototype long wavelength OCT device that enables visualization of the choroid, a layer of blood vessels beneath the retina not visible with standard OCT devices. This technology also allows retinal imaging under dark-adapted conditions, facilitating studies of physiological and pathological changes in the dark-adapted eye. Dr. Wood has secured significant research funding including a Macular Society PhD Studentship (£99,858), AltRegen Ltd. Clinical Trial (£1.2M), and multiple studentships from the College of Optometrists and Abbeyfield Research Foundation. Current research projects focus on improving AMD detection and monitoring to ultimately support better treatments and prevent vision loss. Scientific contributions include numerous publications on AMD detection, OCT imaging, and electrophysiological assessment. Key awards and recognitions include multiple CUROP Summer Studentships, Abbeyfield Research Foundation PhD Studentship, and ISCEV Travel Award. Teaching responsibilities are extensive, including leadership of the Investigative Optometry and Case Studies module (OP3206) and Abnormal Ocular Conditions module (OP3104). Dr. Wood also delivers color vision lectures, supports clinical sessions, and supervises research projects. International teaching experience includes collaboration with HU University of Applied Sciences in Utrecht, Netherlands for the "Eye Care and Diabetes; the Bigger Picture" summer school. Administrative roles include serving as Director of Learning and Teaching, Exams Liaison Officer, and chairing the Student-Staff Panel. Dr. Wood currently supervises multiple postgraduate students working on AMD-related research projects.

Bina J. PatelView profile

Professor

• Ocular Disease
• Primary Eye Care
• International Optometry
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Bina J. Patel, OD, FAAO is a Professor in the Biomedical Sciences department at the New England College of Optometry (NECO) and serves as Director of International Programs. She also works as an Attending Optometrist at Joslin Diabetes Center’s Beetham Eye Institute. Patel holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) and BS in Optometry from Indiana University, with additional residency training in Ocular Disease from Northeastern State University. Academic Focus: Ocular Disease, Diabetic Eye Health, Teleophthalmology Education: OD & BS in Optometry (Indiana University), Residency in Ocular Disease (Northeastern State University) Her research emphasizes diabetic eye care integration and telehealth imaging technologies , particularly through international collaborations. She has contributed to publications on comparative diagnostic methods and clinical efficiency in diabetic retinopathy screening. Patel has received numerous honors including the Foster Namias Award for Excellence in Didactic Instruction (2022), multiple Carroll Martus Awards (2020, 2019, 1992, 1991), and the AAO-Essilor Award (2021) for international contributions. She has been recognized as Instructor of the Year at NECO for over a decade. Professional Memberships: Fellow of American Academy of Optometry (AAO), Massachusetts Society of Optometry (MSO), VOSH International Leadership: Director of International Programs at NECO, active in global optometry advancement