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Matthew Simunovic is a surgeon-scientist specializing in retinal diseases and related clinical research. He has a distinguished career focused on addressing the leading causes of irreversible blindness in both children and adults. His translational research encompasses laboratory investigations and clinical trials to improve outcomes for patients with inherited retinal diseases. Clinically, his interests span both adult and pediatric medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery. Matthew actively teaches as the director of the vitreoretinal fellowship at Sydney Eye Hospital and is involved in volunteer work with a non-profit organization that trains medical professionals in underserved areas of Southeast Asia. His research achievements include the development of computer-based tests for color discrimination used internationally. He is among the few vitreoretinal surgeons in the Southern Hemisphere performing approved retinal gene therapy and has been a principal investigator on significant research registries tracking therapy outcomes. Matthew's contributions have been recognized with substantial research funding exceeding $4 million, and he has been elected to prestigious societies, reflecting his impact on the field of ophthalmology. He is committed to advancing the understanding and treatment of retinal disorders through collaborative research and innovation.
University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia
Professor Simunovic leads research in retinal disease and oversees vitreoretinal fellowship training.
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