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Leon Walker Herndon Jr.

Professor of Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology, Glaucoma
Box 3802 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
Wadsworth Bldg, Durham, NC 27710

Selected Grants


Genomic Convergence in Primary Open Angle Glaucoma

ResearchConsultant · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2004 - 2010

Genetic Studies of POAG in Ghana, West Africa

ResearchInvestigator · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2003 - 2007

External Relationships


  • Alcon, Inc
  • Allergan
  • Balance Ophthalmics
  • Glaukos Corporation
  • New World Medical, Inc
  • Ocular Therapeutix Inc.
  • Sight Sciences

This faculty member (or a member of their immediate family) has reported outside activities with the companies, institutions, or organizations listed above. This information is available to institutional leadership and, when appropriate, management plans are in place to address potential conflicts of interest.