2024 Annual Clinical Assembly Poster Competition- Ophthalmology Entries

Osteopathic student and Master of Science in Biomedical Science candidate applying for Ophthalmology.

We aim to assess the ability of hand-held, cell-phone-based fundus cameras made by Volk and Phelcom to determine their effectiveness in diagnosing common retinal conditions.

Meta-analysis: comparison of anatomic outcomes of Scleral Buckling (SB) vs. Lens Sparing Vitrectomy (LSV) vs. combined SB and LSV in treating ROP associated Stage 4A RD

Undergraduate - University of Florida, 2011 - 2015 Medical School - Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2016 - 2020 Research Fellowship - Sight for Life Foundation, 2020 - 2021 Transitional Year Internship - HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, 2021 - 2022 Ophthalmology Resident - HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, 2022 - present

Many individuals in Rural East Africa seek treatment from traditional healers for ophthalmic disease, and present to our non-profit rural clinic afterwards. This retrospective cohort study examines diagnosis frequency and prognosis in these patients.

Hello! I'm Audrey Yan, a third-year medical student at WVSOM. My interests include general ophthalmology, oculoplastics, and researching choroidal-related diseases. As I explore the world of ophthalmology, I find parallels between the meticulous attention to detail in eye health and the subtle elegance of fashion, embracing the harmony between sight preservation and style innovation.

This report introduces a cost-effective surgical method for pterygium excision, using autologous blood instead of fibrin glue and avoiding blade use, demonstrating low recurrence rates and suggesting its suitability for financially constrained patients.

OMS2 from Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine

With the recent addition of type 1 and 2 diabetes medications, this poster serves as a references and review for for ophthalmologists and otolaryngologists who treat diabetic patients. Four diabetes drugs and three insulin formulations are reviewed.

Dr. Banoub earned his undergraduate degree in Food, Agriculture, and Biological Engineering from The Ohio State University and completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He pursued a research fellowship in surgical innovation at Thomas Jefferson University and a Surgical internship at Hofstra/Northwell – Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He has a long-standing interest in systems’ design, analysis, and creation. As a Broward Ophthalmology resident, he conducts research in collaboration with FAU's Department of Computer Engineering & Computer Science within his focus of interest: Creating systems that leverage technology from other fields to solve problems in Ophthalmology including Artificial Intelligence. He is eager to be a training Ophthalmologist in Southeast Florida - providing care for many patients with complex surgical and nonsurgical eye diseases from a diversity of backgrounds. He enjoys skiing, scuba diving, tennis, soccer, piano, and art.Dr. Banoub earned his undergraduate degree in Food, Agriculture, and Biological Engineering from The Ohio State University and completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. He pursued a research fellowship in surgical innovation at Thomas Jefferson University and a Surgical internship at Hofstra/Northwell – Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He has a long-standing interest in systems’ design, analysis, and creation. As a Broward Ophthalmology resident, he conducts research in collaboration with FAU's Department of Computer Engineering & Computer Science within his focus of interest: Creating systems that leverage technology from other fields to solve problems in Ophthalmology including Artificial Intelligence. He is eager to be a training Ophthalmologist in Southeast Florida - providing care for many patients with complex surgical and nonsurgical eye diseases from a diversity of backgrounds. He enjoys skiing, scuba diving, tennis, soccer, piano, and art.

This study demonstrates that Goldmann applanation tonometry (GAT) can significantly affect the repeatability and accuracy of central corneal thickness (CCT) measurements, particularly with ultrasound-based contact pachymetry.

I am a third year medical student at Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine and I am very passionate about the field of ophthalmology. I earned a Masters in Biomedical Sciences from Nova Southeastern University as well. I have been conducting research under the guidance of my mentors at the Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus over this past year and am looking forward to continuing to connect and network with various individuals in the field of ophthalmology in the years to come.

This poster aims to highlight a unique case of Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) in the supraorbital region along with the risk factors for the development of BCC and the associated management and treatment options for these patients.

PGY-2 ophthalmology resident with Kettering Health in Dayton, OH.

Pediatric patient presented to a pediatric ophthalmology office for several month history of bilateral eye redness. Pathology report revealed conjunctival B-cell lymphoma. Unique that lymphoma presented bilaterally in a pediatric patient.

I am a Texas native who grew up with a passion for sports and the great outdoors! When I’m not competing or exploring, I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I am a graduate of Texas A&M University where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. I am currently a third-year medical student at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine. During my time in medical school, I have filled different leadership positions in student government, recorded many volunteer hours, and was initiated as a member of Sigma Sigma Phi, the national osteopathic medicine honors fraternity, as a result of excellent academic standing. Upon completion of my medical degree, my hope is to complete a residency in Ophthalmology.

We discuss a case of myasthenia gravis that went undiagnosed for approximately a month. We are advocating for inclusion of additional lab work in routine evaluation of binocular diplopia.

Studying the intracellular factors that influence the formation of regulatory structures within the VEGF promoter for future therapy targets in wet age-related macular degeneration, proliferative diabetic retinopathy and cancer.

I am a first year medical student at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. I have an undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University in Chemical Engineering, and have always been very interested in the technology used in medicine. This interest has led to my interest in the field of ophthalmology due to the wide ranging use of technology and innovation in the field.

This poster details a case report involving a unique case of orbital apex syndrome. The patient had a rapid onset of ophthalmoplegia and vision loss in his right eye over the course of one day, due to idiopathic orbital inflammatory syndrome.

Zachary Dwyer is an OMS II with the intention of attending ophthalmology residency after graduating from A.T. Still University KCOM.

Patient presents with worsening vision. Physical exam shows pre-retinal hemorrhage in the periphery and cellular debris in the anterior chamber. Uveitis labs are negative for common etiologies but repeatedly show significantly decreased platelets.

My name is Anna Egli and I grew up in Sidney, NY, a small town in the Catskill Mountains. I have always had an interest in the human eye and have pursued anterior segment ocular photography since I was 16. My senior year of high school, I was accepted to the dual admission program with St. Bonaventure University and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. At St. Bonaventure, I completed training to earn my EMT-B certification, and volunteered for the campus emergency response team. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Society in 2021 and moved to Bradenton, Florida, where I began my first year of medical school. In addition to my studies, I worked for LECOM prosecting cadavers and served as a tutor for students struggling in Anatomy. Last May, I moved to St. Augustine, where I am completing my rotations at UF Health Flagler Hospital. I'm currently involved with several case reports as well as ophthalmologic clinical research opportunities with Florida Eye Specialists in Jacksonville. I'm so excited to apply to ophthalmology residencies this summer! Outside of academics, I love reading, digital and film photography, and playing trivia with my friends.

A guide to iris photography for clinical and artistic endeavors.

Undergraduate: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Medical School: Rocky Vista University (Parker) Residency: Corewell Health - Taylor, MI

A 49 year old male with a past medical history of polyglandular autoimmune disorder presents with progressive diplopia and proptosis. After orbital biopsy, the patient is found to have ANCA negative Polyangiitis with Granulomatosis.

I am a PGY4 Ophthalmology resident at Kettering Health in Dayton Ohio. I will begin practicing comprehensive ophthalmology with my father (Joseph Holicki, DO) and Fiance (Madeleine McBain) this summer in Coldwater Michigan. Janson Rigby is also a PGY4 ophthalmology resident at Kettering health and will be practicing comprehensive ophthalmology in Montana beginning this summer as well.

A patient with no known PMHx presented several times over two years with mysterious ocular pathology and unremarkable labs. It wasn’t until a hospitilization when he confessed to a previous diagnosis of syphilis with self-treatment with OTC bovine IM PCN

My name is Naina Kohli and I am a second year medical student at VCOM-Carolina's! I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2021 with a Bachelor's in Science, double majoring in Biology and Anthropology. I was born in raised in Northern Virginia and went to Langley High School (fun fact- yes it is the one next to Langley CIA).

This is a preliminary study proving the efficacy of pilocarpine as a medication to help treat presbyopia and eliminate the need for reading glasses.

: To report the rare but possible side effect of cystoid macular edema secondary to the use of systemic nab-paclitaxel treatment and present a literature review of previously reported cases and their management.

Third-year medical student from Cincinnati, OH currently attending A.T. Still University. Graduated from University of Kentucky with a BS in Neuroscience.

A rare case of PCR-confirmed Mpox in an HIV positive patient

Divy is a second-year ophthalmology resident at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon NH. He completed college at Nova Southeastern University, did a year-long research fellowship at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and graduated with a D.O. from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale FL. He was proud to serve as the Resident Ophthalmology Fellow for AOCOO-HNS for 2023-2024.

Flu Retinopathy Manifesting as Purtscher-Like Retinopathy with Acute Neuromaculopathy in a Young Woman

I am an OMS-II at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth, TX. I am the Vice President of TCOM’s Ophthalmology Interest Group and a committee member in AAO’s online medical student community. I love playing guitar and learning about music. My passion to play music also inspires me to pursue surgical fields like ophthalmology. I would love to be able to use my hands to restore someone's vision someday.

Results suggest ordinal patient prioritization as a more reliable application for GPT-4 over conventional triage methods. GPT-4 agreed inadequately with two retina specialists using conventional triage but moderately using ordinal prioritization.

Examining how to distinguish between these two very similar diseases and their clinical presentations

PGY-1 Broward Health Ophthalmology Resident

Faricimab is an effective treatment for nAMD resistant to other anti-VEGF agents in terms of anatomical improvement and vision preservation. Further study is warrant to find out if an extended treatment interval using faricimab is effective in treating pa

The use of brachytherapy, a form of radiation therapy, plays a crucial role in the management of intraocular melanomas of the choroid. We present an uncommonly seen case of a 36-year-old female who presented with blurred vision in her left eye following s