Dr. Cynthia A. Toth, MD, FASRS, has consistently been at the forefront of ophthalmic innovation, making significant strides in retinal care. In a compelling Leaders & Legends interview from the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS), Dr. Toth's remarkable journey and contributions are showcased.
Dr. Toth's career is marked by numerous firsts. She was the first female surgeon to join the faculty at Duke Eye Center and one of the earliest researchers to utilize Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for studying retinal injuries. Her groundbreaking work includes the use of handheld OCT systems to examine infants and the development of the first intraoperative OCT-guided surgical system, revolutionizing how doctors visualize and treat the retina.
Despite an early inclination toward engineering, Dr. Toth chose medicine and has seamlessly woven threads of engineering into her illustrious medical career. Her journey is a testament to the power of interdisciplinary innovation.