Category: Education

Tychsen and Carter Examine Whether Outcomes Have Improved for Infants With Unilateral Cataracts

Tychsen and Carter Examine Whether Outcomes Have Improved for Infants With Unilateral Cataracts

Study highlights ongoing challenges in treating deprivation amblyopia despite surgical advances A new publication by Lawrence Tychsen, MD, and William C. Carter, explores whether visual outcomes have improved for infants born with unilateral cataracts, a condition that can lead to severe deprivation amblyopia if left untreated. The article, “Have Deprivation Amblyopia Outcomes Improved for Infants […]

Residents Claim Victory in Annual Faculty vs. Residents Kickball Showdown

Friendly competition strengthens community across the department Members of the John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at WashU Medicine gathered for the annual Faculty vs. Residents Kickball Showdown, continuing a department tradition that brings together residents, fellows, and faculty for an evening of friendly competition and camaraderie. After a hard-fought game, […]

Advancing Ophthalmic Education at the 37th Annual Ophthalmology Spring Update

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The WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences continues its commitment to advancing patient care through education with its annual Spring Update, a premier event designed to share the latest clinical insights and innovations in eye care. This long-standing program brings together faculty, trainees, and community providers to explore new […]

Match Day 2026: Introducing Our Incoming Residents & Fellows!

We are excited to welcome the newest members of the WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences residency and fellowship programs! Incoming Residents Internal Medicine 2026-2027 | Ophthalmology 2027-2030 Incoming Fellows Cornea Fellowship Oculoplastics Fellowship 1st Year Retina Fellowship 2nd Year Retina Fellowship Glaucoma Fellowship Chiefs of Ophthalmic Trauma We […]

WashU Medicine physicians discuss impact of gap years

WashU Medicine physicians discuss impact of gap years

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 […]

Free Eye Service provides vision screenings at First Ladies of St. Louis Health Empowerment Event

Free Eye Service provides vision screenings at First Ladies of St. Louis Health Empowerment Event

WashU Medicine’s student-run mobile eye clinic joined community partners to offer free vision screenings at an event attended by more than 800 people Volunteers from the WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences’ Free Eye Service participated in the Fifth Annual First Ladies of St. Louis Health Empowerment Event last […]

OD residents present research at Academy of Optometry meeting

OD residents present research at Academy of Optometry meeting

WashU Medicine Ophthalmology residents shared clinical case studies highlighting innovation in vision care and patient outcomes Two optometry residents from the WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences presented research posters at the 2025 American Academy of Optometry annual meeting, showcasing their clinical expertise and contributions to advancing patient care. […]

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Jessica Sun, MD

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Jessica Sun, MD

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 Jessica Sun, MD. Incoming Resident: Jessica Sun, MD Where are you from? Montreal, Canada and Potomac, Maryland Where did you attend Medical School? Harvard Medical School Favorite memory of […]

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Kathryn Flaharty, MD

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Kathryn Flaharty, MD

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 Kathryn Flaharty, MD. Incoming Resident: Kathryn Flaharty, MD Where are you from? Fort Myers, Florida Where did you attend Medical School? University of Michigan Medical School Favorite memory of […]

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Olivia Cummings, MD, MSc

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Olivia Cummings, MD, MSc

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 Olivia Cummings, MD, MSc. Incoming Resident: Olivia Cummings, MD, MSc Where are you from? New York Where did you attend Medical School? The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown […]

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Krishna Mallem, MD

Featured Fellows and Residents Spotlight: Krishna Mallem, MD

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 Krishna Mallem, MD. Incoming Resident: Krishna Mallem, MD Where are you from? Plainsboro, New Jersey Where did you attend Medical School? Drexel University College of Medicine Favorite memory of […]

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Deena Shaath, MD

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Deena Shaath, MD

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 Deena Shaath,MD. Graduating Fellow: Deena Shaath, MD What are your future plans? I’m moving to Orlando for a private practice job! Why did you choose Ophthalmology and Cornea? Ophthalmology […]

Yoshida Named 2025 NIH Outstanding Scholar in Neuroscience

Yoshida Named 2025 NIH Outstanding Scholar in Neuroscience

JULY 3, 2025 — ST. LOUIS, MO — WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences congratulates Mitsukuni Yoshida, MD, PhD, on being selected as a 2025 recipient of the NIH Outstanding Scholars in Neuroscience Award Program (OSNAP). I am very humbled and honored to receive this recognition. As a physician-scientist, […]

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Howard Chen, MD

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Howard Chen, MD

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 Howard Chen, MD. Graduating Resident: Howard Chen, MD What are your plans for the future? Cataract and refractive surgery fellowship. Why did you choose Ophthalmology/WashU Medicine?  I chose WashU […]

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Mary-Grace Reeves, MD, MBA

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Mary-Grace Reeves, MD, MBA

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 Mary-Grace Reeves, MD, MBA. Graduating Resident: Mary-Grace Reeves, MD, MBA What are your future plans? Vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute. Why did you choose Ophthalmology/WashU […]

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Aaditya Shah, MD

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Aaditya Shah, MD

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 Aaditya Shah, MD. Graduating Fellow: Aaditya Shah, MD What are your future plans? Starting private practice in the Chicagoland area, specifically the Northwest Indiana suburbs. Why did you choose […]

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Matthew Elitt, MD, PhD

Residents and Fellows Spotlight: Matthew Elitt, MD, PhD

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 Matthew Elitt, MD, PhD. Graduating Chief of Ophthalmic Trauma: Matthew Elitt, MD, PhD What are your future plans? Vitreo-retinal surgical fellowship at the University of Michigan Why did you […]

Fireworks Safety for Summer

Fireworks Safety for Summer

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 […]

2025 Faculty vs. Residents Kickball Showdown

2025 Faculty vs. Residents Kickball Showdown

On Saturday morning, our faculty and residents traded scrubs for sneakers and gathered at Tower Grove Park for the 2025 Faculty vs Residents Kickball Showdown! The annual game brought out the competitive spirit in the best way, as colleagues turned teammates battled it out for bragging rights and the championship title. Faculty & Fellows Line-Up […]

Andrew Lee, MD, graduates from WashU Medicine’s Pivotal Leaders Program

Andrew Lee, MD, graduates from WashU Medicine's Pivotal Leaders Program

St. Louis, MO — May 23, 2025—WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences is proud to announce that Andrew Lee, MD, Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Director of Medical Student Education for Ophthalmology, graduated from the first cohort of WashU Medicine’s Pivotal Leaders Program for Division Chiefs and Section Heads. This […]