The WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences recently welcomed Xin Zhang, PhD, Malcolm P. Aldrich professor at Columbia University, as the David C. Beebe Lecturer. Zhang presented his lecture called “Winning the Niche: Cell Competition Shapes Ocular Development.” The lecture honors the legacy of scientific curiosity, discovery and mentorship […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight Wilson Wang, MD. Incoming Resident: Where are you from? Jericho, NY Where did you attend Medical School? Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Favorite memory of Medical […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight David Morcos, MD. Incoming Resident: David Morcos, MD Where are you from? Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Where did you attend Medical School? University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Favorite memory […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight Julia Fleecs, MD. Incoming Resident: Julia Fleecs, MD Where are you from? Glidden, Iowa Where did you attend Medical School? University of Iowa Favorite memory of Medical School? I […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight Eli Pratte, MD. Graduating Resident: Eli Pratte, MD What are your future plans? Refractive Surgery Fellowship at the Pepose Vision Institute. Why did you choose Ophthalmology/WashU Medicine? I did […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight Catherine Gilbert, MD. Graduating Resident: Catherine Gilbert, MD What are your future plans? Surgical retina fellow at WashU Medicine Why did you choose Ophthalmology/WashU Medicine? I chose ophthalmology for […]
This spotlight series highlights the individuals behind the white coats, their journeys, passions, and the impact they’re making in the field of medicine. Today, we highlight Benjamin Katz, MD. Graduating Fellow: Benjamin Katz, MD What are your future plans? I will be joining the Midwest Center for Sight, where I will be focusing on glaucoma […]
Summer brings a high risk of fireworks injuries. Most high-risk injuries occur between mid-June and mid-July. This year, stay safe by leaving fireworks to the professionals. If you’re near fireworks, make sure everyone — users and bystanders — wears eye protection that meets ANSI safety standards. Most fireworks-related deaths are caused by unsafe handling, but […]
Science in Focus: Art Beyond the Microscope, a science as art competition! We invite all vision science researchers to participate in this unique competition, where science and art intersect to reveal the beauty within scientific research. Purpose and Goals Our goal is to celebrate the beauty of science and engage the community in its impact. […]
The John F. Hardesty, MD, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at WashU Medicine proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Winston Fellow Competition. This annual event showcases outstanding research contributions from postdoctoral fellows and graduate students. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the award recipients. Winners of the 2026 Winston Fellow Awards ITVS Graduate […]
The Dean’s Impact Awards recognize faculty members whose work reflects meaningful, lasting engagement with the community. WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is proud to announce that Steven M. Couch, MD, FACS, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Dean’s Impact Award. Couch is a highly respected […]
A clinical trial led by Margaret Reynolds, MD, MSCI, from WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MDDepartment of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences explored whether vision correction surgery could make a meaningful difference, not just in eyesight, but also in behavior and daily life. The trial included 267 children with ASD or ASD-like behaviors and vision problems […]
Apply Now for the Winston Fellow Award for Postdoctoral Fellows The Winston Fellow Award Program recognizes outstanding contributions to vision science. Award Selection Please note: We will verify the postdoc job title to confirm eligibility. For questions about eligibility, please contact Jenna Krizan at krizanj@wustl.edu. Submit Your Application Submit an abstract (maximum 250 words) that […]
Macular Degeneration: A Leading Cause of Vision Loss Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 50 in North America, affecting nearly 20 million Americans today. Globally, that number is projected to reach 300 million by 2040, with nearly two million people in the U.S. living with severe vision loss. […]
Transforming noninvasive retinal imaging into practical tools for screening and referral Wilson Wang, MD, resident at WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, received an award from the Vitreoretinal Surgery Foundation (VRSF). The award is for his project titled “Clinically Actionable OCT-A Biomarkers: A Retinal Microangiopathy Index for Risk Stratification […]
New funding supports innovative research into the biology of choroidal neovascularization WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, congratulates Rajendra S. Apte, MD, PhD, for receiving a new research grant from The Carl Marschall Reeves and Mildred Almen Reeves Foundation. The grant supports Dr. Shuntaro Ogura’s project in Apte Lab […]
Researchers are learning that the eye may offer important clues about brain health, especially in people with retinal vasculopathy with cerebral leukoencephalopathy and systemic manifestations (RVCL-S) In this study, led by medical student Henok Getahun, working in the Apte lab at WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, participants with […]
An increase in gap years may be a cause for concern for the nation’s growing doctor shortage A new publication by WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, led by physicians Cynthia L. Montana, MD, PhD, and Rajendra S. Apte, MD, PhD, examines how today’s medical training path may be […]
This month, researchers from WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences joined colleagues from around the world to present their work at SfN’s poster sessions. Sean McCracken, PhD, representing the Williams lab, shared his research on retinogeniculate organization in the visual thalamus after monocular crush injury and explored the role […]
Diabetic eye disease refers to a group of vision problems caused by diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, people living with diabetes face a higher risk of developing serious eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. However, recent studies show that awareness of […]