Managing dry eye in Glaucoma with Mahnia Madan, ep 40

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Managing dry eye in Glaucoma with Mahnia Madan, ep 40

In this episode, Dr. Mahnia Madan and I discuss the challenges of managing glaucoma and dry eye conditions. We explore the impact of glaucoma medications on dry eyes, the importance of tailored treatment plans, cyclosporines, lid hygiene, in-office therapies like IPL, and the collaborative approach between optometrists and ophthalmologists. The discussion emphasizes the need for personalized care to improve patients' quality of life.

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VR Visual Field testing with Abdullah Sarhan, ep 39

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VR Visual Field testing with Abdullah Sarhan, ep 39

In this episode, I talk with Abdullah “Abed” Sarhan, CEO and Co-founder of Retinal Logic, about the company's use of AR and VR technology for vision screening. Abbott shares his background in deep learning and healthcare, the development of the virtual reality prototype, the device's availability and Health Canada approval, and its differentiation from other companies' technologies. He also discusses the various test sizes and algorithms available, ongoing research, user experience, and the company's future roadmap.

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Plateau Iris with Shivani Kamat, ep 37

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Plateau Iris with Shivani Kamat, ep 37

In this episode, I discuss Plateau Iris with Dr Shivani Kamat, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Glaucoma Fellowship Program director at UT Southwestern. She also founded and co-chairs Women in Glaucoma. Today's discussion includes the difference between plateau iris configuration and syndrome, how to distinguish it from other glaucomas and treatment options.

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The Perfect Trabeculectomy with Carla Siegfried, ep 36

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The Perfect Trabeculectomy with Carla Siegfried, ep 36

In this episode, I talk with Carla Siegfried, Jacquelyn E. and Allan E. Kolker, MD Distinguished Professor of Ophthalmology and Vice-Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Professionalism at Washington University School of Medicine, about the gold standard glaucoma surgical procedure: the trabeculectomy. We exchange detailed tips for success for each step of the surgery and post-operative care. It is clear from our discussion that we must continue to train others so that the trabeculectomy does not become a lost art. This is a procedure requiring no special devices and remains the gold standard for achieving low pressures despite its higher complication rate compared to other procedures.

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Lessons Learned from Glaucoma Surgical Trials with Steve Gedde, ep 35

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Lessons Learned from Glaucoma Surgical Trials with Steve Gedde, ep 35

There have been many trials proving surgical intervention does indeed reduce the risk of progressive glaucoma damage for our patients. These include Treatment vs No Treatment studies as well as studies that compare different types of treatment. In this episode, I talk with Steve Gedde, from the University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, about lessons learned from these clinical trials.

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Cost effective Suprachoroidal Shunt with Daniel Laroche, ep 34

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Cost effective Suprachoroidal Shunt with Daniel Laroche, ep 34

In this episode, I talk with Daniel Laroche. We have crossed paths for many years at conferences having both started our practices at the same time, but this was the first time we sat down to record our conversation. Daniel Laroche is Director of Glaucoma Services and President of Advanced Eyecare of New York. He is affiliated with the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, and Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York.

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