Authors
Matt Hoffman is the editorial director for the Eye Care Network (Ophthalmology Times, Modern Retina, Ophthalmology Times Europe, and Optometry Times) as well as NeurologyLive, Contagion, IJMSC, and CGTLive. He has covered medical news for MJH Life Sciences, the parent company, since 2017.
He executive produces the Optometry Times podcast, From Paper to Clinic, and previously hosted the Medical World News shows Deep Dive and Second Opinion.
You can follow him on X @byMattHoffman and on LinkedIn, or email him at mhoffman@mjhlifesciences.com.
Vitreoretinal Specialist
Westchester Medical Center
Assistant Professor, New York Medical College
Valhalla, New York
Sheryl brings a wealth of editorial experience to MJH Life Sciences’ Eye Care Network, having engaged with the readers and the greater ophthalmic community of Ophthalmology Times for more than 20 years. As Group Editorial Director, Sheryl’s purview extends across the print and digital network of Ophthalmology Times, Ophthalmology Times Europe, Modern Retina and Optometry Times. Prior to ophthalmology, Sheryl previously covered the fields of audiology and confectionery science/technology/manufacturing.
Sheryl is also passionate about the mission, vision and values of Ophthalmic World Leaders (OWL) and recently completed her term on its Board of Directors. She continues to volunteer as Editor-in-Chief of the organization’s EMPOWER Magazine. In 2013, she received the group’s inaugural Rising Star Award. Most recently, Sheryl was honored with the OWL President’s Award in 2026. The award is granted to those who go above and beyond to support the mission and vision of OWL, which is to promote and develop diverse leadership to advance ophthalmic innovation and patient care, provide professional and personal development, and create opportunities for collaboration in eye care.
In addition, she has served as a judge for Crain's Cleveland Business Health Care Heroes Awards program as well as the Jesse H. Neal National Business Journalism Awards.