Albert Y. Wu

Dr. Albert Y. Wu earned his B.S. in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University and his M.D. and Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Washington. He completed ophthalmology residency training at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah, followed by a two-year ASOPRS fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto. He subsequently served on the faculty at Mount Sinai and the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary from 2011 to 2017. Since 2017, Dr. Wu has been on the faculty of the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University and is now with the University of Ottawa. His research, supported by the National Eye Institute, centers on developing stem cell–based therapies to restore vision and regenerate the ocular surface. As principal investigator of the Ophthalmic Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, he has led major initiatives such as the Human Eye Cell Atlas and translational efforts in corneal tissue engineering and ocular surface reconstruction. Dr. Wu has published widely in journals including JAMA Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology, and Retina, and serves as a reviewer for American Journal of Ophthalmology, OPRS, and Human Gene Therapy.

Day 2 Sunday - 14 Dec 2025

Time Session
14:00
17:00
ZH
  • 邱力毅 Li-Yi ChiuTaiwan Speaker Life as a U.S. Fellow: Challenges and Rewards in Housing, Transportation, and Family LifePursuing a medical fellowship in the United States offers invaluable clinical exposure, academic growth, and cultural experiences. Yet beyond the hospital walls, fellows often navigate a wide spectrum of practical and personal challenges that shape their daily lives. This session explores the realities of living abroad as an international fellow—from securing housing in an unfamiliar market to managing transportation needs such as car rental or purchase, as well as understanding school districts, childcare options, and family support systems.
  • Lessons from My Journey in Medical Centers and Community Clinics
    洪國烜 Kuo-Hsuan HungTaiwan Moderator Octopath traveler in Ophthalmology不論是仍在接受住院醫師訓練,或是剛取得專科醫師證書的眼科醫師,對於未來職涯及人生規劃的選擇,或多或少夾雜著期待、徬徨、與未知的情緒,並且存在疑問期望能獲得解答。透過今天的演講內容,將分享身為公費醫師,在完成眼科住院醫師訓練後,服務於各層級醫療院所的心路歷程。分享內容包括:眼科診所、離島醫院、地區及區域醫院,山地醫療的工作及服務經驗以及海外留學申請、博士班求學的經歷。希望透過個人經驗的分享,有助於年輕眼科醫師無痛做出生涯規劃並且激發不同的想法,找出最適合自己的道路。
  • 林韋寧 Wei-Ning LinTaiwan Speaker Challenge CaseA challenge case will be presented.離開與回歸:我在不同醫療場域中找到的眼科價值離開醫學中心到基層,三年後又再回到醫中就職,職涯中的轉折,是機運與選擇共同譜寫出的有趣故事。
  • 洪國烜 Kuo-Hsuan HungTaiwan Speaker Octopath traveler in Ophthalmology不論是仍在接受住院醫師訓練,或是剛取得專科醫師證書的眼科醫師,對於未來職涯及人生規劃的選擇,或多或少夾雜著期待、徬徨、與未知的情緒,並且存在疑問期望能獲得解答。透過今天的演講內容,將分享身為公費醫師,在完成眼科住院醫師訓練後,服務於各層級醫療院所的心路歷程。分享內容包括:眼科診所、離島醫院、地區及區域醫院,山地醫療的工作及服務經驗以及海外留學申請、博士班求學的經歷。希望透過個人經驗的分享,有助於年輕眼科醫師無痛做出生涯規劃並且激發不同的想法,找出最適合自己的道路。
  • Back to Where It All Began: Growing Through My Journey from Hospital to Community and Back Again
    李婉如 Wan-Ju LeeTaiwan Speaker 回到起點,走得更遠:從醫中到基層,再回醫院的修煉之路 Back to Where It All Began: Growing Through My Journey from Hospital to Community and Back Again我從醫學中心出發,走進基層,最後又回到醫院。 一路上,遇見了很多病人,也遇見了更多「人生」。 在醫學中心,我上的是最高端的訓練、最精準的分工;到了基層,才發現病人會把人生功課一起帶來。 原本以為看診重點是診斷與治療,結果發現——有人要的是藥,有人要的是安心,有人只是想有人聽他說一下。 回到醫院後,我突然變比較會「看懂人心」,偶爾也更知道該什麼時候閉嘴、什麼時候開眼界。 這趟路教我:醫療不是換地方做同樣的事,而是換角度看同樣的人。 希望這次分享,能一起聊聊——醫路走走停停,其實也走得更遠。
  • Survival Codes for Young Ophthalmologists Abroad: Visa × Housing × Essential Skills for Thriving Overseas
    邱力毅 Li-Yi ChiuTaiwan Moderator Life as a U.S. Fellow: Challenges and Rewards in Housing, Transportation, and Family LifePursuing a medical fellowship in the United States offers invaluable clinical exposure, academic growth, and cultural experiences. Yet beyond the hospital walls, fellows often navigate a wide spectrum of practical and personal challenges that shape their daily lives. This session explores the realities of living abroad as an international fellow—from securing housing in an unfamiliar market to managing transportation needs such as car rental or purchase, as well as understanding school districts, childcare options, and family support systems.
  • 邱力毅 Li-Yi ChiuTaiwan Speaker Life as a U.S. Fellow: Challenges and Rewards in Housing, Transportation, and Family LifePursuing a medical fellowship in the United States offers invaluable clinical exposure, academic growth, and cultural experiences. Yet beyond the hospital walls, fellows often navigate a wide spectrum of practical and personal challenges that shape their daily lives. This session explores the realities of living abroad as an international fellow—from securing housing in an unfamiliar market to managing transportation needs such as car rental or purchase, as well as understanding school districts, childcare options, and family support systems.
  • 周昱百 Yu-Bai ChouTaiwan Speaker Journal of International Fellowship in Ocular OncologyOcular oncology is a uniquely challenging yet profoundly rewarding subspecialty, requiring clinical precision, multidisciplinary collaboration, and emotional resilience. As a young ophthalmologist stepping into an international fellowship, every day becomes a chapter — a blend of unfamiliar environments, demanding cases, and transformative mentorship. This talk shares a personal and professional narrative of training abroad in ocular oncology, highlighting the milestones, turning points, and practical lessons that shaped the journey. Through exposure to a wide spectrum of ocular tumors — including retinoblastoma, choroidal melanoma, metastatic disease, vascular tumors, and rare pediatric entities — the fellowship experience broadens diagnostic insight and refines surgical decision-making. Hands-on participation in intra-arterial and intravitreal chemotherapy, plaque brachytherapy, and complex vitreoretinal oncology cases demonstrates how innovation continues to redefine patient care. Additionally, immersion in a high-volume international center fosters growth in research methodology, critical thinking, and global collaboration. Beyond clinical skills, the fellowship cultivates cultural adaptability, communication across diverse teams, and a deeper understanding of patient-centered care. The presentation aims to offer young ophthalmologists a realistic yet inspiring perspective on pursuing international training — addressing expectations, challenges, opportunities, and the lasting impact on one’s career trajectory. Ultimately, the “journal” of an international ocular oncology fellowship is more than a record of cases; it is a journey of becoming. This talk invites early-career ophthalmologists to explore the world beyond their home institutions and to discover how global exposure can shape the future of ocular oncology.
  • 邱力毅 Li-Yi ChiuTaiwan Moderator Life as a U.S. Fellow: Challenges and Rewards in Housing, Transportation, and Family LifePursuing a medical fellowship in the United States offers invaluable clinical exposure, academic growth, and cultural experiences. Yet beyond the hospital walls, fellows often navigate a wide spectrum of practical and personal challenges that shape their daily lives. This session explores the realities of living abroad as an international fellow—from securing housing in an unfamiliar market to managing transportation needs such as car rental or purchase, as well as understanding school districts, childcare options, and family support systems.
  • Albert Y. WuCanada Speaker Success in Sight: Mastering Research, Residency, and Career Excellence in Ophthalmology"Early career ophthalmologists and trainees must balance clinical responsibilities with research productivity and career development. This session is designed for medical students, residents, fellows, and junior faculty who want to strengthen their foundation for long-term success in ophthalmology. The presentation will offer practical guidance on enhancing research impact—how to identify meaningful projects, manage time effectively, and move ideas from concept to publication. Attendees will also learn strategies to avoid common pitfalls, leverage mentorship, and collaborate productively across disciplines. Beyond research, the talk will address career navigation, including how to recognize opportunities that align with individual strengths and values, and how to develop a clear trajectory in academic medicine, clinical practice, or industry. By framing research and career planning as complementary, participants will gain tools to integrate both into their professional journey. The session will emphasize resilience, adaptability, and leadership, equipping attendees with the mindset and strategies needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving field. Whether aiming to excel in residency, advance through fellowship, secure a faculty role, or engage in innovation, participants will leave with insights to chart a purposeful and fulfilling career path in ophthalmology."
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