Brian J. Song

Brian J. Song, MD, MPH, FACS is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC). He serves as the Director of Education and Residency Program Director in the Department of Ophthalmology at USC, as well as the Glaucoma Fellowship Director. Dr. Song is also the telehealth champion and physician quality champion for the USC Roski Eye Institute.

Dr. Song specializes in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma, including advanced laser treatments, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and cataract surgery. His research interests focus on evaluating new methods to improve glaucoma detection, particularly through telemedicine applications. He is actively working with collaborators to investigate novel approaches for evaluating optic nerve and blood flow abnormalities in glaucoma using advanced ultrasound and vascular imaging techniques.

His extensive publication record demonstrates a strong focus on glaucoma diagnostics, imaging technologies, healthcare disparities, and innovative treatment approaches. Recent work has explored AI applications in glaucoma education, ultrasound stimulation of the visual cortex, and teleretinal screening programs for glaucoma detection.

Dr. Song has conducted National Institutes of Health-sponsored research evaluating glaucoma detection methods for diabetes patients and has presented his findings nationally and internationally. His scientific contributions include coauthoring the American Glaucoma Society Position Paper on Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery.

• Emerging Vision Scientist Award from the National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research
• Coauthor of American Glaucoma Society Position Paper: Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery

As Director of Education and Residency Program Director, Dr. Song plays a key role in training the next generation of ophthalmologists at USC. His work with telehealth initiatives demonstrates a commitment to expanding access to quality eye care. Dr. Song joined the USC Roski Eye Institute in 2019 after growing up in Houston, TX, and previously working in New Jersey.