Research

Achievements

Dr. Leung’s expansive peer-reviewed publications, invited presentations, and ongoing research are a testament to her expertise and dedication to helping shape the future of ophthalmic care.

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Peer-Reviewed Publications

Aug 2024

Bernier M, Miller A, Leung V, Vagefi R, Kersten RC, Kalin-Hajdu E. Dacryoscintigraphy as a guide for surgery in patients with functional epiphora. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2024; 59(4);259-263.

Apr 2024

McDonald HM, Leung V, Handzic A, Mason R, Tsao P, Jayakar J, AlShafai L, Margolin E. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia producing infiltrative orbitopathy masquerading as thyroid eye disease. J Neuroophthalmol. 2024; Online ahead of print.

Aug 2023

Nguyen AX, Leung VC, Antaki F, Antonios R, Hardy I, Boulos PR. Public perception of laser-assisted blepharoplasty versus blade-assisted blepharoplasty. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2023;58(4):302-312.

Aug 2023

Hatch WV, Leung V, Ahmed I, Schlenker M, Omali NB, Pope K, Lebovic G, McReelis K, Delpero W, Campbell RJ, Cataract Quality Outcome Initiative (CQOI) Working Group, El-Defrawy S. Ontario cataract quality outcome initiative: appropriateness and prioritization of cataract surgery. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2023;58(4):382-390.

May 2023

Leung VC, El-Khazen Dupuis J, Ashraf DC, Idowu OO, Massicotte E, Vagefi R, Kersten RC, Kalin-Hajdu E. Müller’s muscle-conjunctival resection – a multi-centered prospective analysis of surgical success. Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2023;39(3):226-231.

May 2023

Lussier C, Leung VC, El-Khazen Dupuis J, Ashraf DC, Idowu OO, Massicotte E, Vagefi R, Kersten RC, Kalin-Hajdu E. Prevalence and predictors of Hering’s response in Müller’s muscle-conjunctival resection. Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2023;39(3):237-242.

Jul 2022

Ahmed Y, Pereira A, Rai AS, Leung VC, Ahmed A, Rai AS. Prospective evaluation of medical student accuracy conducting direct ophthalmoscopy with an unmodified iPhone X. International Ophthalmology. 2022; Online epub.

Aug 2021

Daigle P, Leung V, Yin V, Kalin-Hajdu E, Nijhawan N. Personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic for oculofacial plastic and orbital surgery. Orbit. 2021;40(4):281-286.

Jun 2021

Leung V, Antonios R, Kalin-Hajdu E. Intraorbital foreign body giant cell granuloma secondary to a gelatin sponge. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2021;56(3):e88-e90.

Apr 2021

Leung V, Codère F. Letter to the editor regarding the article, “Labial mucosa grafting for lid margin, anterior lamellar, and posterior lamellar correction in recurrent cicatricial entropion”, by Singh S, Narang P, and Mittal V. Orbit. 2021;40(2):174-175.

Mar 2021

Leung V, Maietta A, Kalin-Hajdu E. Bilateral enlargement of all extraocular muscles. JAMA Ophthalmology. 2021;139(3):359-360.

Feb 2021

Leung V, Antonios R, Désy D, Rahal A, Boulos PR. A case of complete spontaneous regression of extensive Merkel cell carcinoma involving the orbit. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2021;56(1):e13-e15.

Oct 2018

Leung V, Shemesh A, Krings T, Valiante T, Margolin E. Severe intraoperative venous congestion during resection of a frontal meningioma presenting with postoperative vision loss and ophthalmoplegia: a case report. Neuro-Ophthalmology. 2019;43(4):265-268.

April 2018

Leung V, Fung S, Muni R, Ali A. Phacomorphic angle closure following silicone oil tamponade in a pediatric patient. Journal of Glaucoma. 2018;27(6):e106-e109.

Dec 2017

Leung V, Micieli J, Margolin E. Profound vision loss after a traumatic incident. JAMA Ophthalmology. 2017;135(12):1440-1441.

Sep 2017

Leung V, Hussain A, Krings T, DeAngelis D. Endovascular management of a traumatic infraorbital pseudoaneurysm causing orbital compartment syndrome: a case report. Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. 2017;33(5):e110-e112.

Apr 2017

Leung V, Pechlivanoglou P, Chew HF, Hatch W. Corneal collagen cross-linking in the management of keratoconus in Canada: a cost effectiveness analysis. Ophthalmology. 2017;124(8):1108-1119.

Oct 2016

Leung V, Belovay G, Chan C. Use of Tegaderm transparent film dressing and lubricant eye ointment to create a closed moisture chamber in a case of severe exposure keratopathy. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016;51(5):e149-e151.

Sep 2015

Leung V, Quigley L, Lam WC, Cavalcanti R, Hodges, B. Clinical efficiency and resident education – a fine balance. Postgraduate Medical Journal. 2015;91(1079):475-476.

Mar 2015

Leung V, Singh H, Ahmed I K. Inter-eye differences in patients with pseudo-exfoliation syndrome presenting with intraocular lens dislocation. Ophthalmology. 2015;122(3):480-485.

Jan 2015

Leung V, Jin YP, Hatch W, Mammo Z, Trope G, Buys Y, Macrae W. The relationship between socio-demographic factors and persistence with topical glaucoma medications. Journal of Glaucoma. 2015;24(1):69-76.

Aug 2013

Leung V, Vanek J, Braga-Mele R, Punch D, Jin YP. Role of patient choice in influencing wait time for cataract surgery. Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. 2013;48(4):240-245.

Aug 2013

Morra D, Leung V, Merman M, Plaza C, Ashley L. Down with dirt. Student BMJ. 2013;21:f4826.

Nov 2012

John-Baptiste A, Yeung MY, Leung V, Van der Velde G, Krahn M. Cost-effectiveness of hepatitis C-related interventions targeting substance users and other high-risk groups: A systematic review. PharmacoEconomics. 2012;30(11):1015-1034.

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Invited Presentations

May 2024

Leung V. Lacrimal and Orbital Teaching Pearls. 2024 Canadian Ophthalmological Society Annual Meeting, Toronto, Ontario.

April 2018

Leung V. Radiographic features of ocular and orbital implants. Ocular & Orbital Imaging Symposium, University of Toronto Diagnostic Neuroradiology Fellowship Program, Toronto, Ontario.

May 2017

Leung V, Zuo K, Chew H, Lloyd J, Kohly R, Cartotto R. Guidelines for orbital compartment syndrome - collaborative effort between Ross Tilley Burn Centre and Department of Ophthalmology, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario.

Oct 2013

Leung V. Retinal toxicity of systemic medications. Retina Fellows Research Rounds. Montreal Retina Institute, Montreal, Quebec.

Dec 2012

Leung V, Quigley L, Loat A, Hodges B. Clinical efficiency vs. resident education – what’s the relationship? Kensington Eye Institute Staff Meeting, Toronto, Ontario.

Oct 2011

Leung V, Merman E, Morra D. “I Took a Pledge” – Summary of hand hygiene initiative at Toronto General Hospital. Meeting with Dr. Bob Bell, Chief Executive Officer of University Health Network, and Dr. Michael Baker, Physician-in-Chief at Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, Ontario.

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Ongoing Research

Jun 2024 – ongoing

Redesigning Vision Care Experiences in East Toronto. Smith K, Leung V. Michael Garron Hospital, Toronto, Ontario.