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Sandra Sue Stinnett

Associate Professor Emeritus of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics
Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Division of Biostatistics
Duke Box 3802, Durham, NC 27710
2351 Erwin Road, Eye Center, Durham, NC 27705

Overview


Analysis of data for ophthalmology including observational studies and clinical trials. Assessment of reproducibility in grading measurements for ophthalmic studies. Teaching medical statistics.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Associate Professor Emeritus of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics · 2025 - Present Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Division of Biostatistics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics

Recent Publications


Relative exophthalmos in facial nerve palsy.

Journal Article Can J Ophthalmol · October 2025 OBJECTIVE: While ocular manifestations of facial nerve palsy, such as lagophthalmos are well known, there is limited knowledge on whether CN 7 palsy impacts globe positioning and its implications on symptoms and management. We hypothesize that CN 7 palsy i ... Full text Link to item Cite

Retinal Layer Thickness and Volume Measurements in Traumatic Brain Injury.

Journal Article J Vitreoretin Dis · September 3, 2025 Purpose: To assess retinal layer thickness and volume by optical coherence tomography (OCT) in patients with prior traumatic brain injury (TBI). Methods: Adults (≥18 years) with prior TBI were prospectively recruited. 512 × 128-mm macular cube scans were o ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Self-aligning, motion-stabilized ocular imaging for eye care in urgent and emergent care settings

ResearchBiostatistician · Awarded by National Institutes of Health · 2023 - 2027

ADEPT - An adaptive prenatal intervention to increase childhood vaccinations

ResearchBiostatistician · Awarded by Emory University · 2022 - 2026

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · 1993 DrPH