Dr. Zaid Mammo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Zaid Mammo is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He specializes in medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery, focusing on advanced optical coherence tomography imaging and practice patterns related to retinal detachment to improve access to retinal care in British Columbia. Dr. Mammo collaborates with researchers and experts in software engineering and mobile application development to enhance the field of ophthalmic imaging. His research interests include retina, ophthalmic imaging, vitreous, and optical coherence tomography, contributing to the understanding and treatment of eye diseases. Dr. Mammo is actively involved in initiatives to strengthen vision care and research excellence in the region.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.