Dr. Robert Chang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Since joining Stanford University in 2009, Robert Chang has emerged as a trailblazer in cataract and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). He leads a data science team focused on building Stanford’s Glaucoma Registry Biorepository while testing new technology, including large language models for personalized patient education. His cutting-edge work includes the pursuit of novel glaucoma biomarkers, reliability of aqueous humor, and home monitoring of eye pressure and visual fields. Dr. Chang is renowned for his expertise in traditional MIGS and presbyopia-correcting refractive complex cataract surgery. He serves as Co-Director of the Stanford Glaucoma Fellowship and holds the position of Medical Director for Employer-Based Optometry. A founding member and vice president of the Asia Pacific Tele-Ophthalmology Society, Dr. Chang has numerous peer-reviewed publications and multiple patents to his name. His work integrates clinical practice with academic scholarship and medical education. He is a dedicated mentor in digital health innovation and has contributed significantly to the field through various professional organizations.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Teaching and conducting research in ophthalmology.

Medical Director

2016-01-01 — Present

Stanford Employer-Based Optometry • Palo Alto, California

Overseeing optometry services and program development.

Patents

Modular Smartphone Adapters for Mobile Ophthalmoscopy

62/138,271 2015-03-25

Innovative smartphone adapter design for capturing images of the eye.

Leland Stanford Junior University

Modular Lens Adapters for Mobile Anterior Posterior Segment Ophthalmoscopy

14/893,951 2014-01-30

Adapters designed for enhanced ocular imaging.

Leland Stanford Junior University

Courses

OPHT 199 OPHT 280 OPHT 299 OPHT 370 OPHT 399

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.