Dr. Robert Roden earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ. He then completed advanced training in an optometric residency in ocular disease at the Thomas E. Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Roden then received a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Brigham Young University for his research in tear film proteomics and clinical diagnostics.
Robert Roden, OD, PhD
Assistant Professor, Director of Research
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Robert Roden, OD, PhD
Professional History: Robert Roden, OD, PhD
As the Director of Research for the Rocky Mountain University Optometry program, his research focus lies utilizing mass spectrometry-based proteomics for biomarker discovery and medicinal chemistry. He has clinical experience in a variety of settings, including government, corporate, and private optometry/ophthalmology practices. He is fluent in Spanish and enjoys learning, teaching, helping patients, and research in bioanalytical chemistry.
Outside of work, Dr. Roden enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, writing music, playing ice hockey, and being outdoors.
Dr. Roden’s teaching responsibilities include Lead Instructor for Medical Biochemistry/Genetics and Biostatistics/Medical Research Methodology. He is also involved in laboratory and clinical instruction as well as serving as faculty advisors for student research projects.
Training
Highlighting Dr. Roden’s formal education and residency training in optometry.
Doctor of Optometry
Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University
Glendale, AZ
Residency In Ocular Disease
Thomas E. Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Amarillo, TX
Ph.D. in Biochemistry
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
