Cynthia J. Roberts

About Cynthia J. Roberts

Professor of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences; and Biomedical Engineering, Martha G. and Milton Staub Chair for Research in Ophthalmology, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, USA

Why is it important to celebrate women in ophthalmology with the 2021 Power List?

It’s always important to celebrate women!

What can be done to make the field more diverse?

We need to connect broadly with our youth to open minds at an early age.

What is your proudest professional achievement?

The successes of my students and mentees are a tremendous source of pride. They are the future.

Outside of work, what makes you happy?

My children, grandchildren and extended family are a wonderful source of happiness.