جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Vinita Allee Henryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Contact Lenses
• Cornea
• Optometry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vinita Allee Henry serves as Clinical Professor and Associate Dean of Clinical Operations at the College of Optometry of the University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL). She specializes in contact lenses and corneal care, with expertise in FDA investigational lens studies, special contact lens designs, and clinical research methodologies. Dr. Henry completed her Doctor of Optometry and residency at UMSL, where she co-instructs contact lens courses with Dr. Bennett and Dr. DeKinder. Her academic contributions include textbooks such as Clinical Manual of Contact Lenses (2019) and peer-reviewed research on multifocal lens fitting and gas permeable toric lens applications. She holds certifications as a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Diplomate in the Cornea and Contact Lens Section. Her research focuses on advancing contact lens technology, including lens comparison studies and ocular health outcomes. While specific grant details are not provided in the texts, her work reflects a strong emphasis on translational research bridging clinical practice and innovation.

Rahnuma Saiyedمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Ocular Disease
• Primary Eye Care
• Urgent Eye Care
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rahnuma Saiyed serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO), holding part-time faculty status since 2012 while maintaining concurrent private practice since 2013. She advises students and optometry residents in Primary Care and Urgent Care clinics at ICO and serves as an externship preceptor for fourth-year students in combined optometry-ophthalmology settings. Her educational background includes: 2013: Primary Care & Ocular Disease Residency, Illinois College of Optometry 2012: Doctor of Optometry, Illinois College of Optometry 2008: Bachelor of Science (Biology) and Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), Loyola University Chicago Dr. Saiyed's clinical expertise spans Ocular Disease, Primary and Urgent Eye Care, Surgical Co-management, Specialty Contact Lenses, and Myopia Control. Her practice emphasizes complex ocular health management for diverse patient populations, with particular focus on neurological conditions, pediatric cases, and post-surgical co-management. She integrates evidence-based approaches for conditions ranging from corneal disorders to systemic disease manifestations in the eye. Her publications (2013-2021) demonstrate consistent contributions to neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric ocular infections, and ocular trauma management. Key trends include rare case analyses of intracranial hypertension, herpes-related conditions, chemical burns, and corneal complications, primarily presented at American Academy of Optometry meetings. Her work bridges clinical optometry with ophthalmology through surgical co-management case studies. Professional recognition includes: Golden Key International Optometric Honors Society Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) Dr. Saiyed actively shapes future optometrists through clinical mentorship in ICO's education program and private practice externships. While specific grant details aren't documented, her research presentations reflect ongoing investigation into complex clinical scenarios. Her collaborative approach extends to multidisciplinary eye care teams in combined optometry-ophthalmology clinics, emphasizing integrated patient management for urgent and surgical cases.

Nicole Rossمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Low Vision Rehabilitation
• Ocular Disease
• Pediatrics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicole Ross, OD, MSc, FAAO, Dipl AAO LV, is an Associate Professor of Optometry at the New England College of Optometry (NECO) and an attending optometrist at multiple institutions, including the NECO Center for Eye Care, Commonwealth, Perkins School for the Blind, and the Carroll Center for the Blind. She holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) and a Master of Science in Vision Science from NECO, with a Fellowship in Low Vision Rehabilitation at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and a Residency in Vision Rehabilitation at Ohio State University College of Optometry. Her research focuses on low vision rehabilitation , epidemiology of vision impairment , ocular structure-function relationships , and translational research in vision technologies . She leads the Low Vision Lab, collaborating on studies like the Best Aid Study (NIH/NEI-funded) and the CARE project, exploring tele-rehabilitation, device usage, and assistive technologies. Ross has received numerous awards, including the 2021 American Academy of Optometry Diplomate, 2020 Dupuis-Pellerin Faculty Excellence Award, and the 2011 William Feinbloom Award. She actively contributes to professional organizations like the American Academy of Optometry (Secretary of Vision and Aging SIG) and the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation & Education Professionals (Board Member). Her work emphasizes improving access to care for visually impaired populations, particularly through mobile clinics and telehealth. Key research themes include measuring outcomes of low vision interventions, optimizing assistive devices, and understanding factors influencing rehabilitation success.

• Visual Rehabilitation
• Geriatric Vision Care
• Low Vision
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Judith Renaud is an Associate Professor and Deputy Director at the School of Optometry at Université de Montréal. Her research focuses on social participation, quality of life, and depression in elderly individuals with visual impairments, along with the impact of aging on visual functions and promoting safe driving among older adults. She holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) and a PhD in Clinical Sciences (Rehabilitation) from the Universities of Montréal and Sherbrooke, respectively. Education: Residency in Primary Eye Care, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Philadelphia M.Sc. in Vision Sciences, Université de Montréal PhD in Clinical Sciences (Rehabilitation Option), Université de Sherbrooke Her teaching spans master’s programs in vision sciences, particularly in visual impairment intervention. She supervises thesis work, including a 2022 study on clinical tests for photoreceptor efficiency. Dr. Renaud leads a research project funded by the Fondation des maladies de l'oeil (2013–2016) and collaborates with the GRSV (Vision Sciences Research Group) and RQRV (Quebec Network for Research on Aging). She teaches courses such as Intervention in Low Vision , Handicap Visuel: Multidisciplinary Approach , and supervises clinical stages in visual rehabilitation. Her work emphasizes bridging clinical practice and research to improve care for visually impaired elderly populations.

• Ophthalmology
• Optometry
• Telemedicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mahesh Bhardwaj is an academic faculty member at the UMass Chan Medical School , affiliated with the Department of Surgery at UMass Chan - Lahey . His research focuses on ophthalmology, optometry, telemedicine, and medical imaging. Education : BS in Ophthalmic Techniques from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India. OD from New England College of Optometry, Boston, MA, United States. Research Interests : Mahesh Bhardwaj specializes in telemedicine applications for ophthalmic care , with emphasis on smartphone-based diagnostics and screening programs for underserved populations . His work addresses glaucoma detection , diabetic retinopathy , and low vision rehabilitation . Publication Trends : His recent articles (2019-2025) focus on nonmydriatic fundus photography , telehealth implementation , and geriatric ophthalmology . Key themes include mobile health technologies , diagnostic imaging , and public health screening . Collaborations : Mahesh Bhardwaj collaborates with researchers like David Ramsey, Shiyoung Roh, and Amer Alwreikat. His work intersects with concepts such as intraocular pressure, smartphone diagnostics, and dark adaptation. Affiliations : He holds positions at both UMass Chan Medical School and T.H. Chan School of Medicine , working at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Peabody, MA.

Shafiqur Rahman Jabinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Health Information Technology
• Medical Imaging
• Patient Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shafiqur Rahman Jabin is a Lecturer at Linnaeus University in Sweden, affiliated with the Department of Medicine and Optometry under the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences . His primary research focuses on healthcare quality and safety, health information technology (HIT), and medical imaging. He leads projects like eHealth Arena and investigates digital health twins and testbeds in older care settings. Education: Advanced degrees in Health Informatics (inferred from professional roles). His research analyzes health IT-related incidents using frameworks like the HIT Classification System and explores how complexity science principles can optimize healthcare testbeds. Teaching includes coordinating the Introduction to Health Informatics course. Publications span HIT safety, patient data challenges, and system configuration failures. He advocates for improved incident reporting systems and national frameworks for healthcare IT safety. Labs/Teams: eHealth Institute, Linnaeus University Centre for Data Intensive Sciences and Applications (DISA).

Tracy Matchinskiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Low Vision Rehabilitation
• Optometry
• Vision Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tracy Matchinski, OD, FAAO is an Associate Professor at the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO), where she coordinates Low Vision Rehabilitative Services and teaches courses in vision rehabilitation. She practices clinically at the Chicago Lighthouse for the Blind and ICO’s Rosenbloom Center. Her career began post-1996 residency at Pennsylvania College of Optometry, followed by full-time specialization in low vision care. Educations: Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin-River Falls Doctorate in Optometry, Illinois College of Optometry (1995) Low Vision Rehabilitation Residency, Salus University (1996) Dr. Matchinski’s research focuses on low vision rehabilitation technology, including electronic magnifiers, pediatric care adaptations, and albinism-related vision challenges. She actively publishes in optometry journals and contributes to textbooks like Essentials of Low Vision Practice (1998) and Low Vision Rehabilitation (2019). Her clinical innovations include customized telescope adaptations for myopia patients. Her work emphasizes humanitarian optometry: she volunteers globally with VOSH/International, served as its past president, and conducts clinics in underserved communities. Notable awards include the William Feinbloom Low Vision Award (1995) and ICO’s Vision Excellence Award (2020). Teaching and clinical leadership: oversees ICO’s vision rehabilitation curriculum and lab training. Professional affiliations include the American Academy of Optometry and multiple blindness prevention organizations. Labs/Teams: Active in ICO’s Rosenbloom Center and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on rare disorders like ablepharon macrostomia syndrome.

• Health Services Research
• Telemedicine
• Pandemic Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Judith Thomas is a Research Fellow at Macquarie University's Centre for Health Systems and Safety Research (Australian Institute of Health Innovation) and holds a Research Assistant role at Macquarie Medical School. She specializes in health services research, telemedicine, pandemic management, and patient safety. Her work focuses on leveraging electronic health data to improve clinical decision-making and healthcare policies, particularly in general practice and emergency care settings. Dr Thomas holds a PhD in Optometry from The University of New South Wales (2000), a Master of Health Management (MHM) from the University of Wollongong (2000), a BOptom from UNSW (1993), and a Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics from The University of Sydney (2023). Her research interests span telehealth adoption, long COVID diagnosis, point-of-care testing (PoCT) standards, and emergency department pathology practices. Over 55 publications since 1995 demonstrate her expertise in pandemic response strategies, healthcare informatics, and diagnostic safety. Key projects include the 2022-2023 study analyzing real-time general practice data to inform pandemic policies. Her work has been widely cited (h-index 27) and featured in media outlets like Mendeley and Bluesky. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams addressing diagnostic quality, electronic test result management, and low-value care reduction. She contributed to national datasets on PoCT safety and co-designed clinical decision-support tools for emergency departments.

Jyoti Khadkaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Person-reported outcomes
• Health economics
• Aged care
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Jyoti Khadka is an Associate Professor in health economics and outcome research at the Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University, and the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) Research Centre at the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI). He holds a position within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and is a Full Member of the Caring Futures Institute. With a multi-disciplinary background spanning vision sciences, psychometrics, and health economics, Dr. Khadka specializes in person-reported outcomes, aged care, and health services research. His research focuses on developing and evaluating person-reported outcomes and methodological approaches for valuing health-related quality of life in care settings. Nationally recognized, two of his tools (QOL-ACC and QCE-ACC) are implemented by the Australian Government for aged care quality assessment, and he has developed 15 different measurement tools across vision, aged care, and health systems. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on aged care quality assessment, psychometric validation of measurement tools, cross-cultural adaptation of instruments, and economic evaluation in gerontology. His work consistently addresses methodological challenges in measuring quality of life and care experience, particularly for vulnerable populations including older adults and children. Vice-Chancellor's Award for Research Impact and Engagement (2023) Best Poster Award (2019) CNHS & CFI Mid-Career Representative (2023) Research Award- VPED Mid Career Researcher of the Year (2020) SAHMRI Research Translation Award (2019) Dr. Khadka has successfully supervised four PhD students to completion, including Dr. Louise Heuzenroeder, Sheela Evangeline Kumaran, Dr. Himal Kandel, and Dr. Mallika Prem-Senthil. His research program has secured over $7 million in Category A grant funding, including projects on innovative care models for culturally diverse older adults and assessing health-related quality of life in aged care settings. As a member of the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) Research Centre, he leverages large-scale population data to inform national aged care policy.

Mark Dunneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Learning Platforms in Healthcare
• Machine Learning in Medicine
• Clinical Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark Dunne is a Visiting Senior Lecturer at the School of Optometry, College of Health and Life Sciences, Aston University. His research focuses on developing digital learning platforms (MyDLP) for optometry education, integrating machine learning with Bayesian decision-making systems. He also explores Orange Data Mining tools for clinical applications. Dunne has been recognized with the 2019 Dr. Lester Janoff Award for his article on virtual patient instruction in Optometric Education. Education: BSc Zoology (Bangor University, 1980–1983), PhD in Optometry (Aston University, 1983–1987). Teaching includes undergraduate modules (Clinical Visual Biology, Ophthalmic Lenses) and postgraduate research methods courses. Research Interests: Machine learning in clinical decision support, optometry education technology, and Bayesian analysis of ocular conditions like glaucoma. His work bridges data science and healthcare, emphasizing translational learning frameworks for clinicians. Recent publications span topics like myopia progression analysis, macular damage detection via machine learning, and comparative planetary geology using AI. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with biomedical engineers and data scientists. Professional Contributions: Supervised 15+ student works, advised on clinical compliance metrics, and pioneered the integration of Orange Data Mining in optometric diagnostics.

Rajendra Gyawaliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Health Systems Research
• Optometry
• Diabetic Eye Care
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rajendra Gyawali is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Health Systems and Safety Research within the Australian Institute of Health Innovation at Macquarie University. He joined the Centre in 2022 and is actively involved in several key projects including the Medication Safety and Electronic Decision Support research and national aged care medication roundtable. Dr. Gyawali's educational background includes: PhD in Optometry and Vision Science from UNSW Sydney (2018-2022) Masters in Optometry Research from University of KwaZulu Natal (2016-2017) Bachelor of Optometry from Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University (2005-2010) His research focuses on developing, evaluating, and implementing evidence-based tools and programs to improve healthcare delivery across various settings. Dr. Gyawali is particularly interested in optimizing the use of routinely collected data to drive healthcare improvements, with special emphasis on eye care for diabetic patients, glaucoma care, and medication safety in aged care settings. His work bridges the gap between clinical practice and health systems research through implementation science approaches. Dr. Gyawali's recent publications reveal a consistent focus on evidence-based eye care delivery systems, medication safety, and clinical decision support. His research employs diverse methodologies including Delphi studies, qualitative analysis, systematic reviews, and implementation science frameworks to address critical gaps in healthcare delivery. Dr. Gyawali has received several prestigious awards for his research excellence: The Brian Kirby Prize for Research Excellence in Optometry (2024) Dean's Award for Outstanding PhD Thesis (2023) Merton C. Flom Leadership Ezell Fellow (2022) William C. Ezell Fellowship (2019) Before moving to Australia for his PhD, Dr. Gyawali practiced as an optometrist in Nepal and Maldives across private, hospital, and community settings. He also led the development of new optometry schools in Malawi, Eritrea, and Vietnam. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) and a member of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.

Lina Hellströmمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Clinical Pharmacy
• Geriatric Medicine
• Health Informatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lina Hellström is a researcher at Linnaeus University, affiliated with the eHealth Institute and the Department of Medicine and Optometry within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. She holds a PhD in Clinical Pharmacy (2012) and focuses on improving medication use among elderly populations and patients with coronary heart disease. Her work integrates clinical pharmacy services, eHealth solutions, and patient-centered approaches to enhance medication safety and adherence. Key projects include: Appropriate use of medicines among the elderly in Småland : Aims to optimize medication management in older adults through interdisciplinary collaboration. Drug use in Coronary Heart Disease : Explores healthcare strategies to support patients in managing their medications effectively. Research interests span clinical pharmacy, health informatics, medication safety, and geriatric medicine . She has pioneered web-based interventions to improve elderly patients' drug utilization literacy and evaluated decision support systems in pharmacies. Notable contributions include the Lund Integrated Medicines Management (LIMM) model , which reduces hospital readmissions via systematic medication reviews. Her work bridges clinical practice, technology, and patient outcomes, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice. Lina collaborates with academic and healthcare partners nationally and internationally, contributing to peer-reviewed journals in areas like hospital pharmacy, cardiovascular care, and digital health solutions.

Jung Yin Tsangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Clinical Informatics
• Healthcare Data Analysis
• Polypharmacy Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jung Yin Tsang is an Academic GP and Honorary Consultant Research Fellow at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the Division of Population Health, Health Services Research & Primary Care and the Division of Pharmacy & Optometry. His work focuses on leveraging health data to improve care quality and reduce health inequalities. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (NIHR Doctoral Fellowship) and has held academic clinical posts including an Academic Foundation Post, Academic Clinical Fellowship, and NIHR In-Practice Fellowship. Education: MBChB (2013), MRes (2012), PGCert (2020), all from the University of Manchester Research interests include clinical informatics, polypharmacy management, patient safety, and antimicrobial resistance. He co-led a NIHR grant improving AKI patient safety through informatics systems, impacting 45+ practices. Collaborated on Connected Health Cities' national antibiotic prescribing dashboard implemented in 70+ practices. Awards include RCGP Specialty Trainee Award (2021), BCS Early Career Award (2021), and BCS Julian Costello Award (2024). Grants and collaborations involve NIHR School for Primary Care Research and UK Department of Health initiatives. Current work develops polypharmacy assessment scores using CPRD data. Active in UN SDGs related to health equity and innovation.

Yanbo Guoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Renal Transplantation
• Uro-oncology
• Surgical Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yanbo Guo serves as an Assistant Professor in Surgery at McMaster University and practices as an attending surgeon in Urology and Renal Transplantation at St. Joseph's Healthcare and Hamilton Health Sciences. His clinical expertise encompasses kidney and pancreas transplantation, complex urological procedures, and uro-oncology management. Education: Residency in Urology, McMaster University Advanced Fellowship in Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation, University of Western Ontario Dr. Guo's research program focuses on renal transplantation optimization , urological oncology , and surgical innovation . His work bridges clinical practice and technological advancement, particularly in donor kidney assessment protocols (including the Canadian Anatomic Kidney Score), machine learning applications for recurrence prediction, and novel preservation techniques. Recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to point-of-care diagnostics for transplant recipients and robotic surgical training methodologies. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in transplantation medicine (47%), urological oncology (20%), and surgical technology (13%), with emerging interdisciplinary work in public health (13%) and materials science (7%). His research consistently appears in high-impact journals including Journal of Urology , Transplantation , and European Urology . Professional Affiliations: St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton (Urology and Renal Transplantation) Hamilton Health Sciences (Urology and Renal Transplantation)

James Millerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optometry
• Geriatric Optometry
• Medical Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Miller is a Professor at the Michigan College of Optometry, Ferris State University, where he serves as the Coordinator of Student Recruitment. He teaches Clinical Optometric Procedures, Optometric Gerontology, Ethics and the Doctor/Patient Relationship, and Clinical Problem Solving. His educational background includes: BS in Chemistry and Mathematics from Central Michigan University OD (Doctor of Optometry) from Ferris State University College of Optometry (1985) Dr. Miller's professional interests focus on Geriatric Optometry, Medical Ethics, and Clinical Problem Solving. He is actively involved in international eye care missions through Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity and the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, emphasizing leadership and ethical practices in optometric care. His Olympic-level athletic background informs his expertise in team dynamics. As a mentor, Dr. Miller plays a key role in student recruitment and development at MCO. His speaking engagements on team building, leadership, and ethics contribute significantly to professional education in optometry, with presentations to academic, athletic, and clinical audiences. He collaborates with organizations such as Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity on global eye care initiatives, leading and participating in numerous international missions to provide vision care in underserved communities, demonstrating a commitment to expanding access to optometric services worldwide.