Andrei-Alexandru Szigiato

Andrei-Alexandru Szigiato is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal, specializing in medical retina, clinical surgery, and cataract surgery. He completed his medical degree at the University of Toronto (2012–2016) and ophthalmology residency (2017–2022) at the University of Montreal, serving as Chief Resident in 2020/21. His clinical and research focus spans retinal diseases, glaucoma, and surgical outcomes.

• Educational Background: MD (University of Toronto, 2016), Residency in Ophthalmology (University of Montreal, 2022), Research Fellowship in Glaucoma (University of Toronto, 2017), Clinical Fellowship in Medical Retina (Cleveland Clinic, 2023).

His research interests include epidemiological studies in ophthalmology, clinical outcomes of surgical interventions for retinal and glaucoma disorders, medical imaging (e.g., OCT angiography), and innovations in sustained drug delivery for ocular diseases. He has contributed extensively to glaucoma microstent research, keratoprosthesis outcomes, and retinal pathology management.

Recent publications highlight his work on anti-VEGF therapies for AMD, minimally invasive glaucoma procedures, and complications in intraocular lens placement. His awards include the Retina Society Fellowship Research Award (2023), ASCRS Film Festival Award (2021), and multiple Canadian Ophthalmology Society recognitions.

• Scientific Awards:
  • 2023 Retina Society Fellowship Research Award
  • 2021 ASCRS Film Festival Award
  • 2019 & 2018 COS Excellence in Research Awards
  • 2019 Alain P. Rousseau Award
  • 2015 Dr. Louis Kagan Memorial Prize
  • 2015 Golden Stethoscope Award

He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including the Canadian Ab Interno Microstent Study Group, and investigates trends in ocular surgery access and outcomes. His work bridges clinical practice, epidemiology, and technological innovation in ophthalmology.