The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is proud to highlight the remarkable achievements of its residents and fellows in the field of ophthalmic research. Year-to-date in 2023, they have collectively published an impressive total of 16 unique articles in 14 different prestigious journals, showcasing the depth and breadth of their burgeoning expertise.

The range of topics explored by UAB residents and fellows reflects the department's commitment to comprehensive eye care. From immunotherapy-related complications to telemedicine applications and ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, their work addresses critical aspects of ophthalmology.

As we applaud the accomplishments of these residents and fellows, we also anticipate ongoing contributions from the UAB Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences in shaping the future of eye care. Their dedication to advancing knowledge and improving patient outcomes exemplifies the department's commitment to excellence in ophthalmic research.

Contributions by Fourth-Year Residents:

Calvin McNelly, M.D.

1. McNelly CL, Haider AA, Wann RC, Crosson JN, Mason JO 3rd. Pembrolizumab-Induced Nodular Posterior Scleritis. Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases. 2023 Apr 10.
2. McNelly C, Sotoudeh H, Kline L. Orbital Myositis Mimicking Wall-Eyed Bilateral Internuclear Ophthalmoplegia. Ophthalmology. 2023 Jan 14.

Tyler Rowsey, M.D.

1. Lin BR, Al-Khersan H, Rowsey T, West M, Lin A, Qu P, Bitrian E, Hudson J, Venincasa M, Fan J, Gutkind N, Diaz JD, Parekh P, Sultan H, Yannuzzi NA. Clinical Outcomes after Ocular Trauma with Orbeez Gel Pellet Projectiles. Ophthalmology. 2023 May.
2. Kates MM, Dugan C, Rowsey T, Luckett JP, Chaulk AL. Ocular self-injection of alkaline drain cleaner in a patient with psychosis. Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie. 2023 Aug 18.

Caleb Rivera, M.D.

1. Rivera CZ, Chan CE, Kline LB. Ramsay Hunt Syndrome with C2 Dermatome Involvement. Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology. 2023 Aug 31.

Connor Dugan, M.D., Ph.D.

1. Kates MM, Dugan C, Rowsey T, Luckett JP, Chaulk AL. Ocular self-injection of alkaline drain cleaner in a patient with psychosis. Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie. 2023 Aug 18.

Contributions by Third-Year Residents:

Malcolm Kates, M.D.

1. Kates MM, Tavakoli M. Spontaneous Resolution of Pseudotumor Cerebri in a Patient with End-Stage Renal Disease Following Transition from Peritoneal Dialysis to Hemodialysis. Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology. 2023 Jun 30.
2. Kates MM, Shah BM, Richardson C. Retinal Hemorrhage after Chiropractic Cervical Manipulation. Ophthalmology Retina. 2023 Aug.
3. Blech-Hermoni Y, Subedi K, Silver M, Jensen L, Coscia S, Kates MM, Zhao Y, Raley C, Edwards N, Tran B, Ray-Chaudhary A, Pathak P, Mankodi A. Expression of LIM domain-binding 3 (LDB3), a striated muscle Z-band alternatively spliced PDZ-motif protein in the nervous system. Scientific Reports. 2023 Jan 6.
4. Kates MM, Dugan C, Rowsey T, Luckett JP, Chaulk AL. Ocular self-injection of alkaline drain cleaner in a patient with psychosis. Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie. 2023 Aug 18.

Contributions by Second-Year Residents:

Mollie Moses, M.D.

1. Moses MM, Spurrier RL, Ange BL, Brooks SE. Small-angle strabismus detection by telemedicine in an experimental model. J AAPOS. 2023 Oct.
2. Kasetty VM, Starnes DC, Sood N, Qin LG, Moses MM, Frazier HK, Singh H, Marcus DM. Complications, Compliance, and 3-Year Outcomes After Endolaserless Vitrectomy with Aflibercept Monotherapy for Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy-Related Vitreous Hemorrhage. Ophthalmic Surgery, Lasers and Imaging Retina. 2023 Feb.

Contributions by Fellows:

Nathan Fischer, M.D.

1. Fischer NA, Wann RC, Crosson JN. Acute posterior multifocal placoid pigment epitheliopathy following COVID-19 infection. American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports. 2023 Mar.
2. Sherrer DM, Fischer NA, McCombs K. Physician Leader, Humble Thyself: Balancing Narcissism and Humility in Healthcare Leadership. Southern Medical Journal. 2023 Sep.

Alexandria Chaulk, M.D.

1. Kates MM, Dugan C, Rowsey T, Luckett JP, Chaulk AL. Ocular self-injection of alkaline drain cleaner in a patient with psychosis. Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie. 2023 Aug 18.

Alex Wright, M.D.

1. Wotipka EK, Wright AJ, Fan JZ, Fuhriman D, Chuang AZ, Lindhorst GC, Feldman RM, Crowell EL. Postoperative Complications of True Dropless Cataract Surgery versus Standard Topical Drops. Journal of Academic Ophthalmology. 2023 Jul 28.

Cole Richardson, M.D.

1. Kates MM, Shah BM, Richardson C. Retinal Hemorrhage after Chiropractic Cervical Manipulation. Ophthalmology Retina. 2023 Aug.
2. Beckman JJ, Webster CR, Richardson C, Fullmer M, Kendall E, Hazariwala V, Bondira I, Nguyen B, Gao M, Speicher M, Aggarwal H. A cross-sectional study of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on an ophthalmology consult service in four Michigan community hospitals. Indian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2023 Jul.
3. Morris RE, Kuhn F, Richardson C. Preventing Retinal Detachment: The Encircling Laser Retinopexy Technique. Clinical Ophthalmology. 2023 May 30.

John Paul (JP) Luckett, M.D.

1. Kates MM, Dugan C, Rowsey T, Luckett JP, Chaulk AL. Ocular self-injection of alkaline drain cleaner in a patient with psychosis. Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie. 2023 Aug 18.

William Gambla, M.D.

1. Cape H, Gambla WC, Kornblau IS. An Atypical Presentation of Relapsing Polychondritis Manifesting as Acute Angle Closure. Cureus. 2023 Aug 2.