Roy Schwartz

Roy Schwartz is a Specialty Doctor in Medical Retina at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, where he specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal diseases. He holds both an MD from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a PhD in AI-Enabled Healthcare from University College London (UCL) .

Education and Training

• MD in Medicine: The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (2001-2009)
• MRes in AI Enabled Healthcare: UCL (2019-2020), graduated with distinction
• PhD in AI Enabled Healthcare: UCL (2020-2023)

Professional Experience

Dr. Schwartz has a diverse background that combines clinical practice with data science. Before his current role, he served as a Medical Retina Research Fellow at Moorfields, where he gained significant experience in retinal imaging and clinical trials . His previous positions include:

• Ophthalmology Resident: Tel Aviv Medical Center (2011-2016)
• Medical Retina Research Fellow: Moorfields Eye Hospital (2016-2018)
• Physician Assistant: Hadassah Medical Center .2

Research and Contributions

Dr. Schwartz is actively involved in research, focusing on the intersection of ophthalmology and artificial intelligence. His work includes large clinical trials and big data analysis aimed at improving patient outcomes .13 He has received funding for his research projects, such as the EURETINA Retinal Medicine Clinical Research Grant .1

Teaching and Mentorship

In addition to his clinical and research roles, Dr. Schwartz is involved in education, teaching at both UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital. He shares his expertise on the application of AI in medicine with upcoming healthcare professionals .2

Current Roles

As of 2024, Dr. Schwartz also serves as a Medical Advisor for Apellis Pharmaceuticals, further extending his influence within the field of ophthalmology .24

His unique combination of medical expertise and data science positions him as a leading figure in advancing retinal care through innovative technologies.