Patrick Hamel

Patrick Hamel is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal. He serves as an Ophthalmologist and Head of Ophthalmology at the CHU Sainte-Justine hospital. His academic and clinical work spans pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, and visual system diseases.

• Doctorate in Medicine from Université Laval
• Ophthalmology residency at Université de Montréal
• Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at University of Toronto
• Fellowship in Glaucoma at Université de Montréal

His research focuses on pediatric ophthalmology, specifically strabismus, pediatric glaucoma, and retinoblastoma. His publications cover topics like SYK protein's role in retinoblastoma cell apoptosis, plateau iris syndrome in children, and pharmacotherapeutic approaches to ocular diseases.

Recent publications (2015-2000) demonstrate expertise in pediatric ophthalmology, with recurring themes in retinal diseases, glaucoma, and clinical education across 15 articles.

• 2016: Merit Award from Canadian Association for Medical Education
• 2015: Merit Award from Canadian Association for Medical Education

As Vice-Dean for Postdoctoral Medical Studies at Université de Montréal, he has significantly impacted ophthalmology education. His affiliations include the RRSV Vision Health Research Network and the CHU Sainte-Justine hospital.