Edeline J. Lu

Edeline J. Lu, OD, FAAO, serves as an Assistant Professor at the College of Optometry within Marshall B. Ketchum University and concurrently holds a clinical position as Staff Optometrist at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System in Las Vegas. Her professional trajectory bridges academic instruction and specialized clinical practice in veteran healthcare settings, with prior service at the Fresno VA Medical Center and foundational training through SCCO.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology, University of California, Los Angeles (2001)
• Doctor of Optometry, Southern California College of Optometry (2006)
• Residency in Ocular Disease, VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, Las Vegas (2007)

Dr. Lu's clinical and research focus centers on ocular disease management within optometric practice, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to complex eye conditions in veteran populations. Her work integrates diagnostic precision with therapeutic interventions, particularly addressing pathologies prevalent in aging and service-related ocular conditions. This specialization directly informs her dual roles in clinical service and academic training of future optometrists.

Her professional recognition includes:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry

Through her faculty position at SCCO, Dr. Lu has mentored optometry students in both didactic and clinical environments, shaping competencies in ocular disease diagnosis and management. While specific grant funding isn't documented in available materials, her VA appointments indicate alignment with federal healthcare initiatives for veterans, suggesting involvement in system-level quality improvement projects related to eye care access and standards.

Her clinical practice at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System positions her within multidisciplinary teams comprising ophthalmologists, primary care physicians, and specialty clinicians, facilitating comprehensive care coordination for complex cases while contributing to institutional knowledge through real-world clinical expertise.