Onthewards: Onthepods

Tom Ayton chats to Michelle Sun about her journey with research and Ophthalmology which has culminated in her incredible achievements thus far. Michelle also provides some tips for anyone considering a future in Ophthalmology. Summary Writer:  Eloise Sobels Script Writers:  Tom Ayton, Michelle Sun Editors:  Michelle Sun, Evangelie Polyzos Interviewee:  Michelle Sun About Dr Michelle Sun Michelle is an early career ophthalmic surgeon-scientist with broad interests in ophthalmology. She completed her PhD in 2017 with a Dean's commendation for Doctoral Thesis Excellence and has close to 50 peer-reviewed publications. She has also attracted over $500,000 in research funding, having previously been a recipient of an Avant research grant. In recognition of her achievements, she was recently awarded a highly competitive fellowship at Stanford University where she will continue to develop her clinical, surgical and research skills in Ophthalmology. Michelle is also a past Board Director of the Sight For All Fou