Kevin Yang Wu

Dr. Kevin Y. Wu is an accomplished medical professional, dual-licensed as a Medical Doctor and a Doctor of Dental Medicine in Canada. With a passion for eye health and vision care, he is currently advancing his career by specializing in ophthalmic surgery.

As an ardent clinician-researcher, Dr. Wu leads a team that consistently pushes the boundaries of ophthalmological knowledge. He is the first author on multiple peer-reviewed publications in the field of ophthalmology and has contributed to book chapters. His research interests are innovative, encompassing ocular pharmacology, ophthalmic surgery, and biomedical engineering.

Dr. Wu's dedication and expertise have not gone unnoticed. His significant contributions to the medical field were recognized in 2021 when he was awarded the prestigious Canadian Medical Association Award. This honor highlighted his professionalism and outstanding academic achievements as a medical graduate, a further testament to his capabilities.

Dr. Kevin Y. Wu’s ongoing research and continuous pursuit of excellence in the medical field, particularly in ophthalmology, underscore his commitment to improving patient care and advancing medical knowledge. Through his extensive work and numerous accomplishments, Dr. Wu continues to be an invaluable asset to the medical community.

1. Wu KY, Michael R, Kalevar A. (2023). Comment on: Intermittent Fasting Is Associated with a Decreased Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration. American Journal of Ophthalmology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajo.2023.01.031
2. Wu KY, Ahmad H, Lin G, Carbonneau M, Tran SD. Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosomes in Ophthalmology: A Comprehensive Review. Pharmaceutics. 2023; 15(4):1167. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics15041167
3. Wu KY, Joly-Chevrier M, Akbar D, Tran SD. Overcoming Treatment Challenges in Posterior Segment Diseases with Biodegradable Nano-Based Drug Delivery Systems. Pharmaceutics. 2023; 15(4):1094. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics15041094
4. Wu KY, Ashkar S, Jain S, Marchand M, Tran SD. Breaking Barriers in Eye Treatment: Polymeric Nano-Based Drug-Delivery System for Anterior Segment Diseases and Glaucoma. Polymers. 2023; 15(6):1373. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15061373
5. Wu KY, Kulbay M, Toameh D, Xu AQ, Kalevar A, Tran SD. Retinitis Pigmentosa: Novel Therapeutic Targets and Drug Development. Pharmaceutics. 2023; 15(2):685. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics15020685
6. Wu KY, Kulbay M, Tanasescu C, Jiao B, Nguyen BH, Tran SD. An Overview of the Dry Eye Disease in Sjögren’s Syndrome Using Our Current Molecular Understanding. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2023; 24(2):1580. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms24021580
7. Wu KY, Chen WT, Chu-Bédard Y-K, Patel G, Tran SD. Management of Sjogren’s Dry Eye Disease—Advances in Ocular Drug Delivery Offering a New Hope. Pharmaceutics. 2023; 15(1):147. https://doi.org/10.3390/pharmaceutics15010147
8. Mahri M, Shen N, Berrizbeitia F, Rodan R, Daer A, Faigan M, Taqi D, Wu KY, Ahmadi M, Ducret M, Emami E, Tamimi F. (2020). Osseointegration Pharmacology: A Systematic Mapping Using Artificial Intelligence. Acta Biomaterialia. DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2020.11.011
9. Boudreault S, Chen J, Wu KY, Plüddemann A, Heneghan C. (2020). Self-management programs for cirrhosis: a systematic review. Journal of Clinical Nursing. DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15416
10. Wu KY, Wu DT, Nguyen TT, Tran SD. (2020). COVID-19's impact on private practice and academic dentistry in North America. Oral Diseases. DOI: 10.1111/odi.13444
11.  Wu DT, Wu KY, Nguyen TT, Tran SD. (2020). The Impact of COVID-19 on Dental Education in North America - Where Do We Go Next? European Journal of Dental Education. DOI: 10.1111/eje.12561
12. Kumari A, Wu DT, Motiani KK, Wu KY, Palumbo M, Tran SD. (2018). Career pathways and professional skills of postgraduate students from a dental research‐intensive programme. European Journal of Dental Education. DOI: 10.1111/eje.12413
13. Nguyen TT, Wu KY, Leclerc M, Pham HM, Tran SD. (2017). Cardiovascular Diseases and Periodontal Disease. Current Oral Health Reports. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40496-018-0165-3
14. Wu KY, Tran SD. (2023). Advances in Retinal Prostheses: Engineering and Clinical Perspectives. Sensors. (Pending review)