Jose Estevez Bordon

Dr. Jose Estevez Bordon is a Lecturer in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Flinders University, affiliated with the Caring Futures Institute. He holds a PhD and has expertise in ophthalmology, vision sciences, and eye health research, with a focus on preventing blinding diseases in vulnerable populations such as Indigenous Australians and rural communities. His research combines clinical epidemiology, genetic factors, and socioeconomic markers to address health inequities.

• Education: PhD, Graduate Certificate in Public Health for Optometry, Masters of Optometry, Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours)
• Affiliations: Flinders University, Caring Futures Institute, SAHMRI Aboriginal Health Equity Theme

Research Interests

His work emphasizes diabetic retinopathy, cataract morphology, glaucoma assessments, and contrast sensitivity testing. He leads large-scale studies on Indigenous eye health and low-resource populations, aiming to improve screening and prevention strategies through genomic and epidemiological approaches.

Key Awards & Grants

• Chief Investigator for NHMRC Indigenous Health Research Grants and Diabetes Australia Programs
• Recipient of the Rural Health Award and multiple scholarships

Teaching & Supervision

Coordinates optometry courses like OPTO3002 (Ocular Anatomy) and supervises clinical placements. Engages in outreach optometry and clinical practice at Health2Go.