Dr. Alex Mao

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Alex Mao is an Assistant Professor at Western University, specializing in Ophthalmology and Optometry. He is affiliated with the Ivey Eye Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Mao's clinical focus includes primary eye care and low vision rehabilitation. His training encompasses a residency at the Beijing Institute of Ophthalmology and Beijing Tongren Hospital. With numerous publications in reputable journals, Dr. Mao has contributed significantly to the understanding of intraocular pressure reduction in glaucoma treatment, the use of triamcinolone acetonide in age-related macular degeneration, and the protection of retinal pigment epithelial cells from photooxidative stress through advanced intraocular lens technology. His academic interests extend to neuronal development and the effects of gap junction proteins in various cellular contexts. Dr. Mao actively participates in continuing medical education and research advancement within the field of ophthalmology.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.