Michele Michaelidis

Professor Michele Michaelidis is a renowned retinal consultant at Moorfields Eye Hospital and a professor of ophthalmology at the Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London. He has made significant contributions to the field of gene therapy, particularly in treating genetic retinal disorders. Recently, he gained international attention for leading a groundbreaking study that successfully restored vision in children suffering from Leber congenital amaurosis, a rare genetic condition that causes severe vision loss. His work demonstrates the potential of gene therapy to transform treatment paradigms for early-stage eye diseases, offering hope to families affected by these conditions.