Michael Balas is a first-year ophthalmology resident at the University of Toronto, with a background in computer science and data analytics. His work focuses on advancing large-scale systems improvement and technological innovation across the various subfields of ophthalmology. To date, he has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and has been an invited speaker at numerous national and international conferences. Dr. Balas' interests lie at the intersection of medicine, technology, and innovation, driving his passion for developing novel solutions to enhance patient care and streamline clinical practice.