Best Ophthalmology Podcasts (2025)

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Tech-Enabled Practice Growth: AI, Automation & the Future of Patient Experience with Altris and Adit 50:46

4d ago50:46

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Technology is no longer a “nice-to-have” in optometry — it’s the edge that separates growing practices from stagnant ones. In this episode of Power Hour, Eugene Shatsman brings together two leading innovators transforming how care is delivered and experienced: Grant Schmid, VP of Business Development at Altris AI, and Steven Marinkovich, Sr. Direct…

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Behind the pages: 100 years of OPO - Part 2 28:23

4d ago28:23

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To mark the 100th anniversary of Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO), four past editors — Neil Charman, Bernard Gilmartin, Christine Dickinson, and David Elliott — along with the current editor, Mark Rosenfield, sat down for a special podcast to reflect on their experiences as editors. OPO is the research journal of The College of Optometrist…

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Behind the pages: 100 years of OPO - Part 1 39:06

5d ago39:06

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To mark the 100th anniversary of Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO), four past editors — Neil Charman, Bernard Gilmartin, Christine Dickinson, and David Elliott — along with the current editor, Mark Rosenfield, sat down for a special podcast to reflect on their experiences as editors. OPO is the research journal of The College of Optometrist…

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084: Glasses - To Wear or Not To Wear? + Does The Bates Method Really Work? 45:00

8d ago45:00

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In this episode, Certified Bates Method Teacher, Nathan Oxenfeld shares the audio versions of the two videos he filmed while in Italy. Part 1 is the Natural Vision Vlog #6 about the role that glasses play in the natural vision training process. Quitting cold turkey is not always the best way to go about improving vision naturally. Sometimes it is b…

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Discover the Future of Non-Invasive Glaucoma Care 31:38

9d ago31:38

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This week on The Rob & Jai Show, an edition of the OIS Podcast, Rob Rothman and Jai Parekh welcome Shawn O'Neil, President and Chief Commercial Officer of ViaLase, to discuss a cutting-edge advancement in glaucoma treatment. Velas is pioneering the FLIGHT procedure—Femtosecond Laser Image-Guided High-Precision Trabeculotomy—a non-invasive, incision…

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The Quarterly Roundup: Vision Metrics Every OD Should Know in 2025 with Dr. Jason Lake 1:04:15

11d ago1:04:15

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What do the fastest-growing practices in optometry have in common? They track the right numbers, and know how to act on them. In this data-packed episode of Power Hour, Eugene Shatsman welcomes back Dr. Jason Lake, founder of the Elevate Conference and a recognized leader in practice analytics, to kick off a brand-new quarterly series built for the…

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The Highs and Lows of Turning an Idea Into a Business 39:56

12d ago39:56

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John Berdahl, MD, joins Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, and Gary Wörtz, MD, to share insights into the journey of turning an idea into a product. Dr. Berdahl highlights his experience with the research and development of pressure-equalizing goggles, a nonsurgical, nonpharmacological treatment to lower IOP by creating a small vacuum to relieve pressure o…

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Episode 467: Personal Finance Refresher with Dr. Chirag Shah

14d ago

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Dr. Chirag Shah, co-author of Financial Freedom of Rx with Jay, joins the program to discuss personal finance in the context of current market conditions and best practices as trainees near graduation.By Jayanth Sridhar

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E87- Pachychoroid Disease Spectrum- A deep Dive- Dr. Angie Fong 1:15:32

16d ago1:15:32

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This episode is a reproduction of the second retina-focused EyeNovation webinar series and a result of a special collaboration between Canadian Retina Society and Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Dr. Angie Fong from the University of Hong Kong gives a fantastic overview of pachychoroid spectrum of conditions with a focus on central serous chorior…

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Autism - Accessibility in eye care 46:10

17d ago46:10

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College Clinical Advisers Denise Voon MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney MBE FCOptom talk to Simon Berry MCOptom, an optometrist who owns and runs his own practice which specialises in working with people with autism and learning disabilities. They discuss accessibility for autistic people in eye care including the importance of acclimatisation …

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Seeing Fewer Patients and Earning More: Inside a Smarter Optometry Workflow with Dr. Janelle Davison 54:13

18d ago54:13

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You don’t need more patients — you need more from each visit. That’s the lesson Dr. Janelle Davison learned after transforming her practice into a lean, high-performing operation that runs on technology and trust. She didn’t scale by adding exam slots. She scaled by designing a smarter model, one that prioritizes revenue per patient and gets patien…

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Episode 466: Journal Club Discussion Including Faricimab Switch Study, Gender Differences in Communication, Private Equity Acquisitions and Industry Payments, Sustainability and Cataract Surgery

21d ago

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Drs. Safa Rahmani, Jesse Sengillo, and Kat Talcott join for a journal club episode.Faricimab Switch Study (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(25)00124-1/abstract)Gender Differences in Communication (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(25)00133-3/fulltext)PE Acquisitions and Industry Payments (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/…

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Transforming Myopia Treatment: Perry Sternberg Talks SYD-101 38:19

23d ago38:19

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This week on The Rob & Jai Show, an edition of the OIS Podcast, Perry Sternberg, CEO of Sydnexis, discusses the company's efforts to bring its innovative SYD-101 product to market, which aims to slow the progression of pediatric myopia. Challenges in Market Access: Sternberg emphasizes the challenges of market access and reimbursement, explaining t…

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Redefining Optical Sales: Mindset Shifts and Training Strategies, with Kayla Ashlee from Spexy 1:01:10

25d ago1:01:10

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Optical is often the most overlooked revenue driver in your practice — but not for Kayla Ashlee. As founder and CEO of Spexy, and the creator of FrameTurn®, Kayla has trained hundreds of optical teams on how to turn product conversations into moments of trust, clarity, and connection.

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Episode 465: May 2025 Retinal Physician Preview Including Stem Cells, Microbots, Artificial Intelligence, and More

28d ago

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Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the May 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, focusing on future developments in stem cells, microbots, artificial intelligence, and more. Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneBy Jayanth Sridhar

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Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023 14:04

1M ago14:04

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Interview with Susan M. Culican, MD, PhD, author of Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023 Training Inequities in Ophthalmology—Insights From Educators…

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Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023 14:04

1M ago14:04

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Interview with Susan M. Culican, MD, PhD, author of Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: Gender Differences in Case Volume Among Ophthalmology Resident Graduates, 2014-2023 Training Inequities in Ophthalmology—Insights From Educators…

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Innovator Series Finale: Top Strategies for an Efficient and Profitable Practice with Barti & Teem 52:12

1M ago52:12

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Efficiency isn’t just about cutting costs — it’s about finding new growth opportunities, and two major innovations are leading the way forward. In this final installment of our Power Hour Innovator Series, Eugene Shatsman sits down with the teams behind Barti and Teem — two companies transforming how practices run smarter, not harder.…

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Unlocking the Uveoscleral Pathway: Adam Szaronos on Bio-Interventional Innovation in Glaucoma 38:05

1M ago38:05

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In this edition of The Rob & Jai Show, the OIS Podcast welcomes Adam Szaronos, CEO of IanTrek, for a wide-ranging conversation on innovation, leadership, and unlocking new pathways in glaucoma care. Adam walks us through his career journey from Alcon to TearLab to leading IanTrek, where he’s now championing a new class of glaucoma procedures with A…

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The ROI of Experience: How to Build Loyalty Through Memorable Patient Interactions 1:02:19

1M ago1:02:19

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In this episode of Power Hour, renowned author and customer experience strategist, Dr. Joseph Michelli, joins Eugene Shatsman to explore how practices can craft emotional, memorable, and loyalty-driven experiences that set them apart. With a track record that includes Starbucks, Mercedes-Benz, Ritz-Carlton, and Zappos, Michelli unpacks how optometr…

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Innovative Technologies to Revolutionize Practice 32:39

1M ago32:39

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Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, and Gary Wörtz, MD, invite Inder Paul Singh, MD, to the podcast to discuss the technology and innovation he uses in his practice, focusing on laser floater removal. Dr. Singh reviews 1-Step vitreous removal technology (Vista Ophthalmics) for treating symptomatic floaters and how it has revolutionized his practice and prov…

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Episode 464: Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting Pearls with Drs. Avni Finn and Jordan Deaner

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Drs. Avni Finn and Jordan Deaner join the program to share clinical pearls and thoughts from the 2025 Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=AudiBy Jayanth Sridhar

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The Profit-Driving Tech Strategy That Majority of Practices Overlook, with Dr. Sage Hider 52:22

2M ago52:22

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Most practices think buying the latest technology will automatically boost revenue — but Dr. Sage Hider says it’s not about what you buy, it’s how you use it.

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E86-8-Year Cognitive Outcomes of Intravitreal Bevacizumab for ROP- Dr. Wei-Chi Wu 25:43

2M ago25:43

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Dr. Wu discusses prospective cognitive outcomes of children who had treatment for Retinopathy of Prematurity. The analysis suggests that cognitive outcomes were similar for children who had either laser or anti-VEGF injections for ROP treatment. Dr. Wu will be one of the invited guest speakers at the Canadian Retina Society meeting in Vancouver, BC…

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083: My First Two Teacher Training Graduates with June Milich and Nalini Ramji 1:11:12

2M ago1:11:12

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In this episode, Certified Bates Method Teacher, Nathan Oxenfeld talks to his first two graduates of his Natural Vision Teacher Training Program, June Milich and Nalini Ramji, about a couple of key concepts that have helped them personally improve their own vision naturally and have started to help others as well. First, Nathan explains a little bi…

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Bringing Presbyopia Back to the Forefront: Paul Smith of Orasis on The Rob & Jai Show, an Edition of the OIS Podcast 36:21

2M ago36:21

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In this edition of The Rob & Jai Show, Paul Smith, President & COO of Orasis Pharmaceuticals, joins Dr. Rob Rothman and Dr. Jai Parekh for a compelling conversation on his career path and the commercialization of Qlosi™—a novel, FDA-approved, low-dose pilocarpine eye drop for the treatment of presbyopia. With more than two decades of experience acr…

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Episode 463: The Great Retinal Detachment Game with Drs. Kyle Kovacs and Matthew Starr

2M ago

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Drs. Kovacs and Starr join for the latest gimmick the retina world is going wild for: how do you manage this retinal detachment scenario? Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=AudiBy Jayanth Sridhar

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Through His Eyes: How Zeiss Lenses Helped Photographer Kenneth Hines Rediscover His Vision & Himself 47:14

2M ago47:14

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This isn’t a clinical episode, it’s a human one. Kenneth Hines, known online as Professor Hines, is a celebrity photographer with a global portfolio. Despite depending on his eyes to make a living, he quietly lived with deteriorating vision, avoiding the eye doctor for over a decade. It wasn’t cost. It wasn’t access. It was something deeper.…

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Why Patient Experience Is the #1 Untapped Revenue Driver in Eye Care 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

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Some patients walk out feeling wowed. Others walk away — and never come back. What’s the difference? It’s not your prices. It’s not your credentials and the experience. In this eye-opening episode of Power Hour, Eugene Shatsman sits down with Shareef Mahdavi — industry consultant, speaker, and author of Beyond Bedside Manner — to expose one of the …

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Episode 462: April 2025 Retinal Physician Preview Focusing on Current and Future Therapies for Neovascular AMD (and a Mention of Biosimilars for Uveitis)

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Drs. Akshay Thomas and Priya Vakharia join to preview the April 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, focusing on current and future therapies for neovascular AMD. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Genentech, Regeneron, and Eyepoint. Dr. Vakharia has consulted for Regeneron, Ocular Therapeutix, and Eyepoint. You can claim C…

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Topic update: The impact of OCT in optometric practice 7:20

2M ago7:20

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College Library and Information Services Manager, Marlene Blackstock, talks to College Vice President Professor Irene Ctori PFHEA FCOptom PhD PGDip MSc BSc(Hons) about her research on “The Impact of OCT in Optometric Practice".

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082: RE-RELEASE - Reversing Astigmatism with Esther Joy van der Werf 1:05:46

2M ago1:05:46

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In this episode, Nathan Oxenfeld announces the untimely loss of his friend and colleague Esther Joy van der Werf. Nathan and Esther had been teaming up on the Better Eyesight Podcast from 2019-2025, releasing new episodes on the 1st of every month where they read the original Better Eyesight Magazine articles from 100 years prior, which then spurre…

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The View from the Street: Industry Trends, Strategic Shifts & Navigating Uncertainty 31:58

2M ago31:58

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In this edition of the OIS Podcast, a powerhouse panel of investment, banking, and biotech leaders offers unfiltered insights on the current and future state of the ophthalmic industry. Featuring Andrew Gitkin (Leerink Partners), Cameron Taylor (Bank of America), Susan Orr, PhD (Claris Bio), and Anupam Dalal, MD (Acuta Capital), and Dr. Pravin Duge…

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Managing the Learning Curve as an Early Adopter 39:09

2M ago39:09

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William Wiley, MD, joins Blake Williamson, MD, MPH, and Gary Wörtz, MD, to share his early experience with the VisuMax 800 (Carl Zeiss Meditec) for SMILE. The three surgeons also share experiences with other technologies and highlight the importance of embracing the learning curve to lead the way as an early adopter in ophthalmology.…

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Golden Elevator Nuggets: The AI Shifts Changing How Eye Care Practices Grow, with Daniel Rostenne 47:16

2M ago47:16

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Most practices think about growth in terms of marketing — but what if the real advantage lies in how you use technology to engage patients before they even pick up the phone?

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Episode 461: Artificial Intelligence and Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening with Dr. Pete Campbell

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Dr. Pete Campbell of the Casey Eye Institute joins to discuss applications of artificial intelligence for screening of retinopathy of prematurity. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Campbell is co-founder and CEO of Siloam Vision, which is commercializing UWF-OCT, UWF-SLO and AI for ROP. You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO web…

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AOA's Latest Battle For Optometry: What’s Changing & What’s at Risk 46:38

2M ago46:38

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Optometry is facing some of its biggest challenges yet — from Medicare reimbursement cuts to scope expansion battles and new legislative threats that could redefine the profession. If you think these issues won’t impact your practice, think again.

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Breaking Barriers in Sustained Drug Delivery: Michael O’Rourke on The Rob & Jai Show edition of the OIS Podcast 13:44

3M ago13:44

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In this episode of The Rob & Jai Show, Michael O’Rourke, CEO of Re-Vana Therapeutics, joins Dr. Rob Rothman and Dr. Jai Parekh to explore the next-generation of sustained drug delivery in ophthalmology. With millions of intravitreal injections administered annually for retinal diseases like AMD, the need for longer-lasting, more effective treatment…

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International Women's Day 2025 part 2 - For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment 48:03

3M ago48:03

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College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom speaks to College President Dr Gillian Rudduck PhD MCOptom DipTp(IP) Higher Cert Glauc and Vice President Professor Irene Ctori PFHEA FCOptom PhD PGDip MSc BSc(Hons) about their journeys to their positions of leadership within the College. They discuss what inspired each of their journeys, the barriers t…

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4 Industry Leaders, 4 Big Ideas: What's Next for Your Optometry Practice? 1:13:53

3M ago1:13:53

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Forget routine exams — eye care’s future just walked off the showroom floor at Vision Expo East 2025, and we've got your VIP ticket right here. Host Eugene Shatsman caught up with top executives from CareCredit, ZEISS, Silhouette Optical, and RevitalVision to uncover the innovations that had the industry buzzing. Whether it’s turning patient conver…

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Episode 460: Journal Club Discussion Including Macula-Off Retinal Detachment Outcomes, Progression to PDR from NPDR after Cataract Surgery, and Sexual Harassment in Ophthalmology.

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Drs. Rebecca Soares, Akshay Thomas, and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast for a journal club discussion covering three recent articles in major ophthalmology journals. Macula-Off Retinal Detachment Prognostic Factors (https://journals.lww.com/retinajournal/abstract/9900/preoperative_and_early_postoperative_factors.944.aspx) Progression to PDR from NPDR…

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E85-EyeNovation Webinar- Double Layer Sign- Dr. Usha Chakravarthy 58:28

3M ago58:28

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This episode is a recording of the retina-focused EyeNovation webinar episode which was a collaboration between Canadian Ophthalmological Society and the Canadian Retina Society. Dr. Chakravarthy will provide a background to the double layer sign, its definition and how it is detected. Data to support the presentation will be from the EDNA trial . …

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Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab 23:43

3M ago23:43

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Interview with Arshad M. Khanani, MD, author of Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab for Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema: The Pagoda Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab for Treatment of Diabetic Macular E…

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Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab 23:43

3M ago23:43

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Interview with Arshad M. Khanani, MD, author of Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab for Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema: The Pagoda Randomized Clinical Trial. Hosted by Neil Bressler, MD. Related Content: Continuous Ranibizumab via Port Delivery System vs Monthly Ranibizumab for Treatment of Diabetic Macular E…

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The Secret to Growing a Thriving Eye Care Practice with High-Value Specialty Services 45:23

3M ago45:23

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Most practices stop at routine eye exams — but what if your practice could unlock new (cash-pay) revenue streams and provide high-value specialty care without feeling like you’re selling to patients? Dr. Jordan Dau started Dau Family Eyecare from scratch, transforming it into a technology-driven, specialty-focused practice that sees 100-150 patient…

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International Women's Day 2025 part 1 - True equity for women 56:59

3M ago56:59

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College Clinical Adviser Denise Voon MCOptom speaks to Rebekah Stevens, Lead Assessor at the College, about what true equity should mean for women. They discuss the gender pay gap, work-life balance, and what advice they have to women trying to have a career while also supporting their family.

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Episode 459: March 2025 Retinal Physician Preview Focusing on PBM for Intermediate AMD, Complement Inhibition for GA, and Deep Learning for GA Imaging

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Drs. Katherine Talcott and Akshay Thomas join to discuss the March 2025 edition of Retinal Physician focusing on dry age-related macular degeneration, including photobiomodulation, complement inhibition, and deep learning for imaging. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Apellis. You can claim CME credits for prior episodes…

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Industry Titans Talk Ophthalmic Innovation: Andrew Stewart & Anthony Wallace on the Rob & Jai Show 24:25

3M ago24:25

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In this episode of The Rob & Jai Show, Dr. Rob Rothman and Dr. Jai Parekh host a captivating conversation with Andrew Stewart and Anthony Wallace—two leaders who are among the most experienced and admired executives in ophthalmology. Andrew Stewart, with over 25 years of pharmaceutical leadership across Bausch + Lomb, AbbVie, and Allergan, shares h…

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The 4 Pillars of a Highly Profitable Practice: How to Build a Scalable, Patient-Centered Business 1:03:06

3M ago1:03:06

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Building a thriving optometry practice isn’t about luck — It’s about strategy, efficiency, and data-driven decisions. Dr. David Cockrell has spent over 40 years refining the formula for success, turning his practice into a 12,000 sq. ft. powerhouse where five doctors each see 40 patients a day, without sacrificing quality of care.…

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Episode 458: Journal Club Including GLP-1 Agonists and AMD, Distribution of US Ophthalmologists, Representation Quotients in Ophthalmology Residency, Photobiomodulation Viewpoint

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Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast to discuss 4 recent articles in major ophthalmology journals. GLP-1 Agonists (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(25)00070-3/fulltext) Distribution of US Ophthalmologists (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2828323) Representation Quotients in Ophthalmol…

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