Mae Gordon, MD, of the WashU Medicine John F. Hardesty, MD Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, and colleagues recently published a study in JAMA Ophthalmology titled, “Diagnosis of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma and Mental Health Status.”
Mae Gordon, PhD
Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
- Email: mae@nospam.wustl.edu
Director of the Biostatistics & Bioinformatics Core
The study examined the relationship between a diagnosis of primary open-angle glaucoma and patients’ mental health status, contributing to a growing body of research exploring the broader impact of chronic eye disease on overall well-being. By investigating how glaucoma may affect psychological health, the research highlights the importance of considering both visual and mental health outcomes in patient care.
Publication in JAMA Ophthalmology, one of the leading peer-reviewed journals in the field, reflects the significance of this work and its contribution to advancing understanding of the patient experience in glaucoma management.