Rising Stars: Yuxi Zheng, MD

Yuxi Zheng, MD

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Retina Today (RT): When did you know that you wanted to be a retina specialist? My interest in vitreoretinal surgery developed throughout my undergraduate education, medical school, and residency, but my earliest exposure came during college. Through a volunteer experience, I met one of the first patients to receive the Argus II retinal prosthesis (Cortigent). Seeing firsthand how emerging technology could meaningfully affect a patient’s visual function and quality of life introduced me to the innovation-driven nature of retina and left a lasting impression. As my training progressed, I became increasingly drawn to the combination of complex decision making, surgical precision, and scientific innovation that defines the field. RT: Who do you look to as mentors? I have been fortunate to work with outstanding mentors who have shaped my career path and my approach to surgery, teaching, and lifelong learning. Many of these mentors have become close friends. Durga Borkar, MD, MMCi, and Xi Chen, MD, PhD, guided me through my very first retina surgeries. I have been inspired by Lejla Vajzovic, MD, Dr.

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