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TANG Shibo
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International Authority in Fundus & Vitreoretinal Diseases
Prof. Tang Shibo is a Chief Physician, Grade-II Professor, and Doctoral Supervisor. He currently serves as President and Vice Chairman of Aier Eye Hospital Group, Dean of Aier School of Ophthalmology at Central South University, and Director of Aier Ophthalmology Research Institute. He previously served as Deputy Director of Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University.
He graduated from Sun Yat-sen University of Medical Sciences in 1983 and pursued further studies at the University of Munich, Germany, earning his Ph.D. in 1992. With over 40 years of clinical experience in fundus diseases, he specializes in diabetic retinopathy, macular diseases, complex retinal detachment, high myopia, and pediatric fundus diseases.
Prof. Tang has led 37 research projects, including 20 national-level grants; published over 300 academic papers, with 100+ indexed by SCI; authored 5 monographs; and holds 4 invention patents. As founding chairman, he has organized 9 International Retina Symposia (IRS), establishing himself as a leading figure in China’s fundus disease field.
40+ Years of Practice
300+ Papers
100+ SCI Papers
37 Research Projects
Focus on Disease Treatment & Therapeutic Methods
| Disease | Treatment Method | Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetic Retinopathy | Vitrectomy + Anti-VEGF Injection | Pioneered intravitreal anti-VEGF therapy in China; identified immune/inflammation as a key factor in DR progression |
| Complex Retinal Detachment | Minimally Invasive Vitrectomy + Gas/Silicone Oil Tamponade | 40+ years of surgical experience with a high reattachment rate in complex cases |
| Macular Diseases (Hole/Epiretinal Membrane) | 23G/25G Vitrectomy + ILM Peeling | Precision minimally invasive approach maximizing central vision preservation |
| High Myopia Fundus Lesions | Posterior Scleral Reinforcement + Laser + Monitoring | Proposed a novel concept of retinal neovascular remodeling therapy |
| Pediatric Fundus Diseases | Individualized Comprehensive Treatment + Long-term Follow-up | Extensive experience in pediatric cases with emphasis on visual development protection |
Target Patient Populations
- Patients with diabetic retinopathy.
- Patients with complex retinal detachment.
- Patients with macular diseases.
- Patients with fundus changes associated with high myopia.
- Children with fundus diseases requiring specialized diagnosis and treatment.
Career Path
Career Milestones
Professional Memberships
Ophthalmologist Branch, Chinese Medical Doctor Association
Ocular Genetics Committee, CMDA
Ocular Microcirculation Committee
Neural Regeneration & Repair Committee
Cross-Strait Ophthalmology Committee / Chinese Journal of Ocular Fundus Diseases
American Macula Society / American Society of Retina Specialists
International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
Graefe’s Archive / APJO / Chinese Journal of Ophthalmology, etc.
Clinical Highlights
Years of Practice
Over 40 years of ophthalmology clinical experience with extensive vitreoretinal surgical expertise.
First in China to perform intravitreal anti-VEGF injection for fundus diseases.
First to report the correlation between gut microbiota dysbiosis and diabetic retinopathy.
Identified immune/inflammation as a key factor in diabetic retinopathy progression.
Trained 83 doctoral students, 10 master’s students, and 4 postdoctoral fellows.
Academic Achievements
37
Research Projects
300+
Published Papers
100+
SCI-indexed Papers
9
International Retina Symposia
Professional Memberships
20 National-level Projects
Among the 37 research projects, 20 were national-level projects.
5 Monographs
Chief editor of five monographs.
4 Invention Patents
Holds four invention patents.
Representative Publications
Lycium barbarum glycopeptide alleviates diabetic retinopathy by modulating gut microbiota
2026
Neural Regeneration Research, 2026
Retinal Amyloid Clearance Enhanced by 40-Hz Light Flicker
2026
Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, 2026
Retinal Manifestations of Alzheimer’s Disease
2026
Progress in Retinal and Eye Research, 2026
Gas tamponade combined with laser for congenital optic disc pit maculopathy
2015
British Journal of Ophthalmology, 2015
Academic Exchanges
- Founded and chaired 9 International Retina Symposia (IRS), a premier platform for global vitreoretinal experts.
- Founded the International Chinese Vitreoretinal Experts Forum and served as its chairman.
- Invited Co-Chair of Asia-ARVO 2015.
- Received the Chinese Medical Science and Technology Award First Prize in 2018.
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