Michele Lagana
About Michele Lagana
Michele Lagana Principal Investigator
Michele Lagana is a seasoned Principal Investigator with over 30 years of experience in eye care. She has played a pivotal role in numerous innovative projects, contributing to the development and testing of medical devices such as contact lenses, intraocular lenses, and LASIK surgery. Lagana has applied her extensive expertise in primary and secondary eye care services across various settings, including the Veteran's Administration, optometric and ophthalmological clinics, and laser centers.
Michele Lagana Education and Expertise
Michele Lagana holds a Doctor of Optometry degree. Her expertise encompasses clinical studies, management of ocular diseases, post-surgical care, and contact lens fitting. She has an accomplished history of conducting Phase 1 to Phase 5 clinical studies, involving study design, protocol writing, and statistical analysis. Lagana's contributions extend to groundbreaking projects in eye care technologies, with her skills firmly rooted in practical and research-based applications.
Michele Lagana Career at Bausch + Lomb
Michele Lagana served at Bausch + Lomb from 1992 to 2020, initially as Technical Training Manager (Contact Lenses) and later as Consultant Research Optometrist. Her tenure at the company saw her managing clinical studies and developing new technologies related to contact lenses and intraocular lenses. Lagana's work in correcting wavefront aberrations led to a patent and an R&D Chairman’s Award, underlining her significant contributions to the field.
Michele Lagana Professional Involvement
Michele Lagana has demonstrated a strong commitment to the optometry profession through her advocacy and service. She has served in various positions within local, regional, and state professional associations, culminating in her role as President of the New York State Optometric Association (NYSOA) from 2015 to 2016. Currently, she is a member of the State Board of Optometry and the College Council for the SUNY College of Optometry, contributing to the advancement of optometric practice and education.
Michele Lagana Published Works and Patents
Michele Lagana has contributed to the academic and scientific community through her written works and patents. She authored a book chapter and holds a patent related to the correction of wavefront aberrations using contact lenses. Her achievements have been recognized with an R&D Chairman’s Award at Bausch + Lomb. Additionally, she has exhibited numerous posters at scientific conferences, sharing her findings and advancements with peers in the field.