Training Programs that Generate Leaders
Trainees benefit from strong mentorship and exposure to all subspecialties.
Our Research:
Bold and Broad
One of the nation’s largest ophthalmology & visual sciences research faculty drives innovation across the field through a highly multidisciplinary approach.
Sub-specialty and comprehensive care for a diverse population
9,000+ procedures a year
11,000+ surgeries a year
Nationally ranked hospital partners:
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
& St. Louis Children’s Hospital
165,000+ patient visits a year
Latest News
Vision Science Journal Club: Severe Eye Degeneration
Isabella Gomes, a medical student at Washington University, recently presented at the Vision Science Journal Club. Her presentation focused on severe eye degeneration in a 68-year-old man. Presenter: Isabella Gomes WashU Medical Student – MD Candidate ’25 Email: i.gomes@wustl.edu The study Isabella Gomes presented found a new genetic change (CNV) in the RHO gene that […]
New Multidisciplinary Surgical Simulation Lab
We are excited to announce the opening of a new Multidisciplinary Surgical Simulation Lab at Washington University School of Medicine. Located on the 6th floor the the FLTC, the new Multidisciplinary Surgical Simulation Lab spans just over 6,200 square feet and is about 30% larger than the current lab in the McMillan building. The number […]
New Grant Award: Exploring Primary Cilia’s Role in Retina Function
We would like to congratulate Philip Williams, PhD on receiving a grant for his groundbreaking research on the neuromodulatory potential of primary cilia. This grant, funded by The McDonnell Center for Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology, recognizes the innovative nature of Dr. Williams’ work, which aims to unravel the complex signaling mechanisms within primary cilia and […]
Residents & Fellows Spotlight: Siddharth Bhargava, MD
Meet Siddharth Bhargava, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Glaucoma Fellow 2024-2025 Where are you from? Cupertino, California Where did you attend Medical School? Albany Medical College Where did you complete your residency? Eastern Virginia Medical School Why did you choose Ophthalmology and your specialty? Growing up in Silicon Valley, I have always been […]
Residents & Fellows Spotlight: Deena Shaath, MD
Meet Deena Shaath, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Cornea Fellow 2024-2025 Where are you from? Dodge City, KS Where did you attend Medical School? University of Kansas Where did you complete your residency? Medical College of Wisconsin Why did you choose Ophthalmology and your specialty? Ophthalmology and cornea/external disease offers a mix of […]
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