Prof. Richard Allen
Professor of Ophthalmology at Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin, TX, USA
United States
Areas of expertise
- Eyelid Surgery
- Lacrimal Surgery
- Orbital Surgery
- Orbital fractures
- Orbital tumors
- Thyroid eye disease
- Lacrimal gland tumors
- Ptosis
- Facial nerve palsy
- Eyelid trauma and tumors
About the expert
Prof. Richard Allen is a distinguished Oculoplastic Surgeon renowned for his academic leadership and contributions to ophthalmology. He is an Examiner at the American Board of Ophthalmology and Professor of Ophthalmology at Dell Medical School, University of Texas, USA. He practices at Texas Oculoplastic Consultants in Austin, where he continues to shape the field through his expertise and mentorship.
Prof. Richard Allen exemplifies a career marked by exceptional academic achievements and significant contributions to ophthalmology. Prof. Allen's academic journey began with a B.S. in Chemistry from Duke University, followed by earning his M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine. He furthered his education with a Ph.D. in Human and Molecular Genetics from Baylor College of Medicine, where his research focused on molecular analysis of X-linked disorders affecting B lymphocyte function.
Prof. Allen's postdoctoral training included fellowships in Oculoplastic Surgery, Molecular Ophthalmology, and Comprehensive Ophthalmology at the University of Iowa, where he also completed his residency in Ophthalmology and an internship in Internal Medicine at the University of New Mexico. His commitment to education and leadership is evident through his numerous academic appointments, including his current position as Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin. Previously, he held professorships at Baylor College of Medicine and served as Clinical Professor at MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas.
Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2002, Prof. Allen has been recognized with multiple honors and awards for his contributions to the field, including the Secretariat Award and Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Carolyn F. Elles Professorship of Ophthalmology at Baylor College of Medicine. His professional memberships include leadership roles in organizations such as the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) and the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO), where he continues to shape the future of ophthalmic education and standards.
Prof. Allen is actively involved in clinical teaching and supervision, having mentored numerous fellows, residents, and medical students in oculoplastic surgery across prestigious institutions. He is also dedicated to curriculum development and educational administration, contributing significantly to the advancement of ophthalmic education through various committees and leadership roles within national and international professional societies.
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Professor
2022 - TodayDepartment of Ophthalmology, Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin, TX
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Oculoplastic Surgeon
2022 - TodayTexas Oculoplastic Consultants, Austin, TX
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Examiner
2007 - TodayAmerican Board of Ophthalmology (ABO)
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Professor
2015 - 2023Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Head and Neck Surgery, MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas, Houston, TX
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Professor
2018 - 2022Department of Ophthalmology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
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Member
2015 - 2019Skull Base Tumor Program, MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas, Houston, TX
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Associate Professor
2009 - 2014Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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Oculoplastic Surgeon
2006 - 2009Eye Associates of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
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Fellowship in Oculoplastic Surgery
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
2006
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American Board of Ophthalmology
2002
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Fellowship in Molecular Ophthalmology
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
2000
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Fellowship in Comprehensive Ophthalmology
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
2000
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Ph.D of Human and Molecular Genetics
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
1993
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Chair, Ophthalmic News and Education (ONE), Oculoplastics Subcommittee, American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) (2022)
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International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) (2011)
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American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) (2007)
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International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) (2007)
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American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) (1997)
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