Dr. João Pedro Marques
Head of the Ophthalmic Genetics Clinic at ULS Coimbra, Portugal
Portugal
Areas of expertise
- Inherited Retinal Dystrophies
- Retinal Degenerations
- Genetic Eye Diseases
- Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Stargardt Disease
- Cone-Rod Dystrophy
- Retinal Detachment
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Uveitis
About the expert
Dr. João Pedro Marques is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in ophthalmic genetics and retina. He serves as a consultant and professor at esteemed institutions in Coimbra, Portugal, and has received numerous awards for his research on inherited retinal dystrophies. With over 70 publications, he is highly active in clinical trials and is a prominent figure in the field of ophthalmology.
Dr. João Pedro Marques is an accomplished ophthalmologist specializing in ophthalmic genetics and retina. He currently serves as a consultant at ULS Coimbra in Portugal, where he also heads the Ophthalmic Genetics Clinic. In addition, Dr. Marques is an Invited Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra. His extensive clinical work includes leading various retina and retinal dystrophy trials, both at ULS Coimbra and the Centre of Clinical Trials (CEC) at AIBILI in Portugal.
Dr. Marques has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including several prestigious awards from the Portuguese Society of Ophthalmology and the Portuguese Retina Study Group. His research is globally recognized, earning him awards from international institutions like the European Society of Retina Specialists and the Brazilian Vitreoretinal Society. Notably, his PhD thesis in Health Sciences received recognition as one of the top PhD theses in his field.
In terms of research, Dr. Marques has published over 70 papers in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on topics such as inherited retinal dystrophies and ophthalmic genetics. He has served as a principal and sub-investigator in numerous clinical trials and is an active reviewer for prominent journals in ophthalmology. His research has significantly contributed to the understanding of retinal degenerations and the genetic factors influencing these conditions, and his work has been frequently cited in academic literature.
Dr. Marques is also heavily involved in clinical leadership and community outreach. He has been elected to several leadership positions, including serving as the treasurer for the Portuguese Retina Study Group. He represents healthcare providers in the European Reference Network for Rare Eye Diseases and is a key figure in managing complex retinal conditions. His dedication to both clinical practice and research continues to advance the field of ophthalmology.
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Head of the Ophthalmic Genetics Clinic
2024 - TodayULS Coimbra
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Ophthalmic Genetics & Retina Consultant
2024 - TodayULS Coimbra
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Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
2024 - TodayFaculty of Medicine, Univeristy of Coimbra (FMUC), Portugal
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Member
2016 - TodayRetinal Dystrophies Expert Committee, EVICR
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Ophthalmologist
2016 - TodayUOC - Coimbra Ophthalmology Unit
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Head of the Retinal Dystrophies Clinic
2017 - 2024Coimbra University Hospital Center (CHUC)
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Coordinator of the Ophthalmic Genetics and Ophthalmic Oncology Group
2021 - 2022Portuguese Society of Ophthalmology
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PhD in Ophthalmic genetics
Faculty of Medicine University of Coimbra
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European Board of Ophthalmology
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Ophthalmic Genetics Fellowship
Ghent University
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Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship
Medical Retina and Uveitis
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