Ana Leffel is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in advocating for individuals with blindness or low vision. She works with biomedical and vision restoration companies to provide specialized vision training for clinical trial participants who have received treatments or implantable devices aimed at improving their visual functioning. By traveling to participants' communities, Leffel reduces the burden of travel to medical centers, enhancing retention and continuous participation in studies.

Leffel is highly adaptable and thrives in cross-functional teams within fast-paced, innovative environments. Her expertise spans blindness rehabilitation, artificial vision training, case management, and accessibility advocacy. Bilingual and an effective communicator, she is committed to empowering the visually impaired community and collaborating with professionals and families to improve their quality of life.

Experience

• Independent Consultant (2021 - present)

  Orion Feasibility Trial

• Independent Consultant (2020 - 2024)

  Pixium Vision

• Senior Artificial Vision Rehabilitation Manager (2017 - 2020)

  Second Sight Medical Products

Education

• MA, Orientation and Mobility

  Western Michigan University