02/04/2026
🤝 Meet Megan Paul, MD, a PGY-2 resident at the Byers Eye Institute❗
🏠 Hometown: Southbury, CT
📚 Education: Undergrad: Dartmouth College, Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
🌲 Why Stanford? I chose Stanford for ophthalmology residency because it’s truly a place where innovation meets compassion. From day one, I was drawn to the culture of curiosity and excellence—where research isn’t just encouraged, it’s woven into daily practice. The opportunity to learn from leaders like our Chair, Dr. Goldberg, whose cutting-edge work in neuroregeneration and translational research is redefining what’s possible in vision restoration, was a major inspiration. Being in an environment where I can contribute to meaningful discoveries while growing clinically felt like a perfect fit. What stood out just as much as the science, though, were the people. The residents are not only incredibly smart and hardworking, but also kind, down-to-earth, and genuinely supportive. It felt like a community where everyone helps each other thrive. (Not to mention, the amazing Bay Area weather.)
🥼 Career aspirations: TBD! I’m still exploring my exact path, but I’m certain I want to integrate patient care, surgery, and scientific discovery into my future career
🌁 Favorite thing to do in the Bay Area: Hike to Alice’s Restaurant (beautiful hike in the Redwoods that is rewarded by the iconic Alice’s Restaurant.)
🎉 Fun fact: In the middle of the pandemic, I was quietly flown out to do COVID research at a secret rocket company.
⛷️ Additional hobbies: I love swimming, biking, running, and skiing, and I come from one of those families that treats the annual Turkey Trot like the Olympics.
