Ophthalmology

93 researchers across 5 institutions

93 Researchers
5 Institutions
2 Grant PIs
7 High Impact

Ophthalmology research investigates the causes, progression, and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the eye. Investigations include the development and application of advanced medical imaging techniques to diagnose eye conditions, studies on the metabolic and genetic underpinnings of visual impairment, and the exploration of novel therapeutic strategies for retinal diseases. Research also encompasses retrospective analyses of patient data and detailed medical case studies to understand disease mechanisms and patient outcomes.

In Arkansas, ophthalmology research addresses significant public health concerns related to vision loss and eye disease prevalence. This work can inform strategies for improving eye care access and outcomes for diverse populations across the state. Understanding the genetic and metabolic factors contributing to eye conditions is particularly relevant given Arkansas's demographic makeup and the potential for developing targeted interventions.

This area of study involves collaborations with researchers in genetics, imaging, and public health. The engagement spans multiple institutions across Arkansas, fostering a broad base of expertise in visual science and clinical ophthalmology.

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Top Researchers

Name Institution h-index Citations Career Stage Badges
C. L. Chien UAMS 47 11,707
Nalini S. Bora UAMS 33 3,479 High Impact
Abdelrahman M. Elhusseiny UAMS 27 2,453 High Impact
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas 25 2,385 High Impact
Mohammad Pakravan UAMS 25 2,427 High Impact
Bruce Moore UA Little Rock 24 2,060 High Impact Grants
Valeriy V. Lyzogubov UAMS 23 1,912 High Impact
F. Matonti UA Monticello 22 1,676 High Impact
John D. Pemberton UAMS 19 1,744
Sami H. Uwaydat UAMS 15 1,097
Aytan Musayeva UAMS 14 692
Ahmed F. Shakarchi UAMS 14 760
William Henry UAMS 14 982
Sneh Patel University of Arkansas – Fort Smith 12 533
Philip W. Dockery UAMS 11 347
Joseph G. Chacko UAMS 10 509
Sarah Jill de Jong UAMS 10 860
Florin Grigorian UAMS 9 197
Omar Solyman UAMS 7 229
Sara Ibrahim UAMS 7 187

Strategic Outlook

Global signals from OpenAlex for this research area: where the field is growing, how concentrated leadership is, and where Arkansas sits relative to the world's top-100 institutions. Descriptive only — surfaced as input to the conversation about where to place bets, not a recommendation. Signal confidence: LOW

Global trajectory
9,849 works in 2026
+0.5% CAGR 2018–2026
Leadership concentration
6.9% held by global top 5 institutions
Fragmented HHI 34
Arkansas position
Arkansas not in global top 100
No AR institution among the top-100 contributors to this topic over the 2018–2026 window.

Top US institutions in this area

  1. 1 Johns Hopkins University 3,136
  2. 2 Harvard University 3,117
  3. 3 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 2,339
  4. 4 Doheny Eye Institute 2,083
  5. 5 Johns Hopkins Medicine 1,957

Cross-Institution Connections

Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Ophthalmology.

Brad Sims UA Little Rock
53%
Joseph Zimmer University of Arkansas – Fort Smith
52%
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
49%
Mattie S. McLellan University of Arkansas
47%
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
46%
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
44%
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
43%
Brad Sims UA Little Rock
41%
41%
Mattie S. McLellan University of Arkansas
Steven D. Vold University of Arkansas
40%

Researchers with Federal Grants

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