Research and scientific publications — Dr. Lavín

Commitment to innovation, training and scientific progress in glaucoma

Dr. Lavín Dapena combines clinical practice with intense teaching and research activity. He worked for 16 years at Hospital Universitario La Paz (2008-2024), taking part in clinical trials and resident training. He currently directs the annual glaucoma surgery course, focused on MIGS techniques and combined surgery.

Research lines

• Neuroprotection in glaucoma
• Visual field progression
• OCT biomarkers in glaucoma
• New MIGS devices
• Combined cataract-glaucoma surgery

Achievements and recognitions

• SOM 2013 Award: Best communication in glaucoma
• Co-author SEO 2024 book: 'Cirugía de los Glaucomas' - 629 pages (ISBN: 978-84-89085-86-2)
• Experience with the XEN device: Co-author of multicentre studies on the XEN Gel Stent implant
• VIII Glaucoma Surgery Course: Organiser and speaker - Madrid, January 2025