Elise B. Ciner

Elise B. Ciner is an Associate Professor at Drexel University's Pennsylvania College of Optometry. She serves as Staff Optometrist at the Pediatric Clinic, Co-Director of the Special Populations Assessment and Rehabilitation Center, and Primary Course/Lab Coordinator for Pediatric Optometry. Her clinical specialties include Pediatric Optometry, Vision Screening, and Vision Therapy for children with special needs, traumatic brain injury, and learning-related vision disorders.

Education:

• BS from Cornell University
• Doctor of Optometry (OD) from New England College of Optometry
• Residency in Vision Training at SUNY College of Optometry

Her research focuses on pediatric vision development, screening methodologies, and vision rehabilitation. Notable projects include NIH-funded studies on stereoacuity development, preschool vision screening protocols, and genetic myopia research. She also led the Vision in Preschoolers Study and Commonwealth Grant initiatives addressing vision rehabilitation in African American populations.

Awards:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry

She contributes to clinical education through course coordination and has advised on Pennsylvania's school vision screening programs. Her work bridges clinical practice with public health initiatives to improve early detection and intervention for vision impairments in vulnerable populations.