New Videos Starting On: April 2, 2025
In this video series, Dr. Owen White will provide insights into the possible origins of Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS), the role of brain imaging and diagnostic testing, the potential hereditary nature of VSS, effective symptom management strategies, and the future of treatments and potential cures. He will also address common misconceptions about the condition and other important topics.
Dr. White, a neuro-ophthalmologist, has significantly advanced the understanding and management of VSS. After earning his medical degree from Melbourne University in 1973, he trained in general medicine, neurology, and neuro-ophthalmology across Melbourne, Toronto, and London. Upon returning to Australia, he completed MD and PhD degrees and currently serves as the Director of Neuro-ophthalmology and the Ocular Motor Research Laboratory at Royal Melbourne Hospital. His research primarily focuses on neuro-ophthalmology and the cognitive control of eye movements.
Dr. White has played a pivotal role in the development of diagnostic criteria for Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) and has been a founding expert and collaborator with the Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) since its inception. He was a key speaker at the first Visual Snow Conference and has been involved in VSI’s efforts to advance the understanding and recognition of VSS. During the early stages of research, when VSS faced skepticism within the medical community, Dr. White was a strong advocate for its legitimacy, providing critical scientific and neurological evidence to establish the condition as a recognized medical entity.
He also worked with Sierra Domb and Dr. Peter Goadsby to achieve official recognition of VSS by securing an International Classification of Diseases (ICD) code from the World Health Organization. In addition to his VSS research, Dr. White primarily works with Dr. Joanne Fielding at Monash University’s Ocular Motor Research Unit, where they focus on investigations ocular-motor conditions. His ongoing collaborations with VSI’s Global Research Team aim to further the understanding of VSS and develop effective solutions to support those affected by the condition.
Stay tuned for this informative video series, available on our YouTube channel!
