Michelle Sun

Michelle Sun, MD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at the Scheie Eye Institute, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. She is actively engaged in global ophthalmology, with field experience in Kenya, Guatemala, India, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Eswatini, and Jamaica. Her work integrates clinical care, surgical training, and community health initiatives.

Research Interests: Dr. Sun specializes in cataract, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy management in low-resource settings. Her research emphasizes sustainable models of surgical care, community engagement, and innovative diagnostics for neglected eye diseases like trachoma. She combines clinical ophthalmology with public health strategies to improve global eye care access.

Publication Trends: Her scholarly work bridges ophthalmology and public health, focusing on diagnostic validation in field settings and cost-effective interventions. The available publication highlights her interest in trachoma surveillance using antibody testing in Nepal, reflecting a broader commitment to evidence-based global health programming.

• Scientific Awards:
• Whitaker International Fellowship

Advising and Grants: Dr. Sun has mentored local trainees during global rotations and served as a consultant for NGOs like Peek Vision. Her fellowship and research have been supported by competitive funding, including international research grants and institutional support for global health initiatives. She is building a global ophthalmology program at Penn, emphasizing training and sustainable care models.

Labs and Teams: She is affiliated with the Scheie Eye Institute and the Center for Global Health at the University of Pennsylvania. Her collaborative network includes partnerships with Peek Vision and rural eye hospitals in Kenya and Guatemala, where she contributes to surgical training and health systems strengthening.