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Expert In: Glaucoma
Sub-specialties: Glaucoma
Qualifications
MBBS, M Med(Ophth), FRCS(Ed), FRCOphth, FAMS, PhD (Lond)
Operating Hours:
Mondays – Fridays: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays
Address
Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751.
Dr Prof Aung Tin Appointment Number (For Serial): Phone: (65) 6227 7266, Phone: (65) 6100 9393 (from overseas).
Dr Prof Aung Tin Online Appointment :
Chamber Name & Address: Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751, Phonel (65) 6227 7255.
Qualification
Awards
Dr Prof Aung Tin, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Singapore National Eye Centre (SNEC), is a distinguished clinician scientist renowned for his significant contributions to the field of ophthalmology.
As the Lead Principal Investigator of the Large Collaborative Grant (LCG) titled “Tackling and Reducing Glaucoma Blindness with Emerging Technologies (TARGET),” Dr. Aung has successfully secured over S$20 million in competitive research grant funding. This groundbreaking $25 million multi-disciplinary and multicenter program grant, awarded by the National Medical Research Council of Singapore in 2022, reflects his commitment to advancing eye care through innovative approaches.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr Prof Aung Tin has earned prestigious accolades, including the Nakajima Award (2007), De Campo Award (2013) from the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology, the Alcon Research Hospital Award (2013), the Singapore Translational Research (STaR) Investigator Award (2014 and 2020), and the Robert Ritch Award for Excellence and Innovation in Ophthalmology by the Glaucoma Foundation (2017). His recognition extends to numerous other awards and medals, underscoring his outstanding achievements in the field.
With a publication portfolio exceeding 700 works, including 15 major papers in Nature Genetics (6 as the first or last author) and contributions to esteemed journals such as JAMA and Lancet, Dr Prof Aung Tin has solidified his standing as a prolific researcher. He has also shared his expertise through over 200 Invited Lectures at international meetings worldwide, earning him a place as a respected authority in the global ophthalmic community.
Dr Prof Aung Tin serves on the Editorial Boards of prominent journals, including Ophthalmology, Eye, Progress in Retinal and Eye Research, and Graefe’s Archive for Clinical Experimental Ophthalmology, among others. His leadership extends to roles such as President of the World Glaucoma Association (2016-2017), Board Member of the World Glaucoma Association and Asia Pacific Glaucoma Society, President of the College of Ophthalmologists of Singapore (2012-2014), and President of the Singapore Society of Ophthalmology (2009-2011).
Actively engaged in medical Qualification, Dr. Prof Aung Tin dedicates himself to mentoring and supervising Research Fellows, Trainees, and Students, particularly in the specialized areas of glaucoma and translational research. His commitment to advancing eye health, coupled with his extensive leadership and Qualification roles, positions Dr. Prof Aung Tin as a trailblazer in the field of ophthalmology.
Expert In: Glaucoma
Sub-specialties: Glaucoma
MBBS, M Med(Ophth), FRCS(Ed), FRCOphth, FAMS, PhD (Lond)
Mondays – Fridays: 8.30 am – 5.30 pm closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays
Dr Prof Aung Tin Appointment Number (For Serial): Phone: (65) 6227 7266, Phone: (65) 6100 9393 (from overseas).
Dr Prof Aung Tin Online Appointment:
Chamber Name & Address: Singapore National Eye Centre, 11 Third Hospital Ave, Singapore 168751.
Phone: (65) 6227 7255.
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