NEW
YORK, Sept. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roxana Fu, MD, a leader in innovative approaches
in oculoplastic and orbital eye surgery, was appointed chief of
oculoplastics for NYU Langone's Department of
Ophthalmology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Dr. Fu brings a dedication to patient-centered care and a
specialty in cutting-edge research to the department and the NYU
Langone Eye Center. She will join the faculty as associate
professor in the department after several years in the same role at
the University of Pittsburgh Medical
Center, where she spearheaded using artificial intelligence and
imaging automation in optimizing ophthalmologic surgical
practice.
"We're thrilled to have Dr. Fu join our growing department,"
said Kathryn A. Colby, MD, PhD, the
Elisabeth J. Cohen, MD, Professor of Ophthalmology, and chair of
the Department of Ophthalmology. "Her surgical acumen, dedication
to patients, and ability to think outside the box to enhance care
and quality are assets to our institution's future."
Dr. Fu says her primary focus will be delivering exceptional
care by fostering meaningful relationships with her patients, and
across the variety of subspecialties that intersect with her
oculoplastic surgery practice, including dermatology,
endocrinology, neurology, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, pediatrics,
and plastic surgery.
"What excites me about oculoplastics is there is just so much
variety in the demographics of patients that I see," said Dr. Fu.
"I enjoy being able to walk with those patients through the details
of their treatment options and how they might impact their life.
Every day I feel so fortunate to be able to do what I do."
Much of her practice involves treatment of conditions that
affect the eyelids, the production of tears, and the orbit, the
cavity or socket in which the eye is situated. While some
conditions may relate to natural aging, others may be the result of
trauma, tumor, or inflammation, such as thyroid eye disease.
"Oculoplastics requires a multidisciplinary approach between
ophthalmologists and plastic surgeons, and Dr. Fu's arrival will
strengthen our already strong collaboration," said Eduardo D. Rodriguez, MD, DDS, the Helen L.
Kimmel Professor of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery and chair of the
Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery at NYU Langone. "We are
excited to bring her deep expertise to NYU Langone to further grow
our presence in this highly specialized and important area of
medicine."
Beyond direct patient care, Dr. Fu is among a select group of
oculoplastic surgeons whose research is funded by the National Eye
Institute (NEI). She holds a $2.8
million research grant from the NEI to investigate
automation of radiographic surgical indicators for pediatric
orbital abscess. She hopes that using artificial intelligence and
machine learning techniques can assist in utilizing a comprehensive
imaging database to improve patient selection for various surgical
approaches.
About Dr. Fu
Dr. Fu completed the University of Missouri–Kansas City's
combined BA/MD program to obtain degrees in biology and medicine,
graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha
honors. She went on to complete her general surgery internship at
the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale,
Arizona, and then an ophthalmology residency at the
University of Pittsburgh Medical
Center. Dr. Fu completed a prestigious American Society of
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the
University of Louisville, Kentucky, and
Indiana University in Indianapolis. Her research interests include
application of artificial intelligence in precision surgical
practice, orbital disease and reconstruction, and demographic and
workplace inclusivity in ophthalmology practice.
Media Inquiries
Colin DeVries
Phone: 212-404-3588
Colin.DeVries@NYULangone.org
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