Dr. Zhenyang Zhao
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Zhenyang (James) Zhao is an oculoplastic surgeon at the Emory Eye Center, where he joined in 2024 as a surgeon-scientist. He specializes in treating disorders of the eyelids, orbit, and tear ducts, offering both functional and cosmetic procedures to restore form and function. His clinical expertise includes repairing eyelid malpositions, managing thyroid eye disease, reconstructing after periocular trauma or skin cancer removal, and addressing orbital tumors and skull-base lesions.
For patients seeking aesthetic improvements, Dr. Zhao provides upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty, facial rejuvenation, and minimally invasive forehead lifts, aiming for natural-looking results. He is dedicated to partnering with each patient to align treatment with their personal goals, whether for enhanced comfort, vision, symmetry, or appearance.
An Assistant Professor at Emory, Dr. Zhao completed his American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan and his ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he received awards including the Academic Achievement Award. He earned his MD from Shanghai Medical School at Fudan University and is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Training
Oculoplastic Surgery
2024University of Michigan Hospitals
FellowshipOphthalmology
2022University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
ResidencyMD
2009Shanghai Medical University (Fudan University School of Medicine)
Medical School
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- GA, MI
- License Numbers
- 101018, 4301506689
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