Best Missed Checkpoints Podcasts (2024)

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How to Get Away...and NOT be Stressed! 23:45

2h ago23:45

23:45

Ever returned from a trip to find your business running like clockwork, or did you come back to chaos? My recent jaunt to South Carolina left me awestruck as our landscaping team didn't miss a beat during my absence, proving the muscle of our training and the art of delegation. Alongside my reflections, Brandon joins the conversation, echoing the s…

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Surgical Anxiety and Performance in Ophthalmology 38:08

4d ago38:08

38:08

Drs. Annie Wishna and Royce Chen join host Jay Sridhar to discuss their experiences teaching trainees with surgical anxiety. Throughout the episode, our guests share their personal anecdotes, measures to overcome surgical anxiety, and how to foster a culture that supports pscyhological improvement. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for select…

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Develop a Culture Where Everyone Belongs Ep 7 25:13

11d ago25:13

25:13

Have you ever walked into a room and felt an instant connection? That's the magic we unpack in Today's episode with Seth, Brandon and Dan that delves into the lifeblood of any thriving business – its culture. We share the laughter and lessons from our journey to nurture a workplace where the morning coffee comes with a warm greeting and bonds are b…

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The Secret Sauce of Successful Teams Quarterly Retreats and Role Clarity 22:12

15d ago22:12

22:12

Imagine pulling the emergency brake on your daily grind every three months to refuel your team's creativity and cohesion—well, that's the magic of quarterly retreats, and we're here to share how it's revolutionizing our work culture. Join us as we unveil the success stories behind stepping away from the desk, engaging in honest dialogues across com…

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Morning Safety Checkpoint w/ Starter 7:32

16d ago7:32

7:32

Ever wonder how a landscaping business turns everyday challenges into triumphs of safety and efficiency? Tune in as we chat with Brayden, a field leader with a knack for transforming company operations through continuous improvement. In this insightful discussion, we explore the significance of diverse perspectives in leadership, from the top brass…

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Morning Meetings: Maximizing Team Performance and Communication - EpX 26:06

21d ago26:06

26:06

🎙️Today on the Landscape Talk Morning show🌳 we dive into a crucial aspect of running a successful team – the importance of weekly team meetings! 🗣️💼 Gathering both management and field staff together, these meetings ensure everyone is on the same page with current announcements, targets, and the overall mission. It's an opportunity to celebrate the…

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Unlocking the Power of Effective Onboarding: The Path to a Thriving Team 15:56

22d ago15:56

15:56

🎙️ Today on the show, we dive into the world of employee onboarding! 🚀 👥 Let's face it, most companies just take their new hires out to the job and call it a day. But is that really enough? 🤔 We think not! 💡 🔍 Join us as we discuss what should be done to ensure a smooth onboarding process and set our employees up for success. How long should you in…

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Maintaining Balance in the Busiest Times - Ep 2 20:59

25d ago20:59

20:59

🌱 Struggling to Maintain Balance in Your Landscape Business? 🌿 🗣️ Join Seth, Brandon, and Dan as they discuss how to maintain balance during the busiest times in your landscape business. 🌳 It's not easy, but it can be done! 💼 🚀 In this episode of the Landscape Talk Podcast, we dive deep into strategies and tips that will help you juggle the demands…

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Harnessing the Power of Social Media for the Ophthalmologist 38:49

19d ago38:49

38:49

Drs. Rupa Wong and Dagny Zhu join host Amanda Redfern to share their experience and expertise using social media to successfully promote their ophthalmic practices and enhance their professional careers. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.

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Sharing Knowledge and Growing Your Business - Ep 1 13:14

27d ago13:14

13:14

Welcome to the Landscape Talk Podcast, our debut episode dedicated to sharing insights and experiences within the landscape industry. If you're a landscape professional eager to expand your business, look no further than LOS—a landscape peer group and operating system tailored to your needs. Join us as we delve into our wins and losses with complet…

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Landscape Talk Podcast: Introduction - Let's Get Acquainted 0:42

29d ago0:42

0:42

🌿 Attention, Landscapers! 🌿 Introducing Landscape Talk, the ultimate destination for all things landscape-related! 🏞️🚜 Join us as we, actual landscapers ourselves, dive deep into the hottest topics in the industry. But that's not all! We're here to help you grow your business and boost your profits 📈 by sharing valuable insights and showcasing the …

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Ocular Side Effects of Checkpoint Inhibitors 33:35

1M ago33:35

33:35

Drs. Meghan Berkenstock, Stella Kim, and Lauren Dalvin join the show again to teach us about immune checkpoint inhibitors: game changers in oncology, but with a host of ocular side effects. All eye providers will be seeing more patients on this class of medication, and our panel teaches us what to look for and how to manage it. Additional resources…

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Socioeonomic Determinants of Corneal Health 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

Drs. Fasika Woreta and Ekjyot Gill join host Jay Sridhar to discuss the literature and their experiences surrounding socioeconomic determinants of corneal pathology, and how social risk factors impact access to necessary corneal treatment and surgery. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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The Lasker Award for Optical Coherence Tomography 36:44

2M ago36:44

36:44

Dr. David Huang joins the show to share his story of developing optical coherence tomography (OCT), for which he, Dr. James Fujimoto, and Eric Swanson won the National Medal of Technology, the highest award for innovators in the United States, as well as the 2023 Lasker–DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award, often called "America's Nobel Prize." …

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Private Equity Ownership and Hospital Adverse Events 39:36

3M ago39:36

39:36

Host Jay Sridhar invites Drs. Sneha Kannan and Zirui Song to discuss their research group's recent publication in JAMA analyzing the association between private equity ownership and the rate of hospital adverse events, and what the results could indicate for ophthalmologists and other physicians. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected…

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Virtual Reality and Visual Field Testing 26:37

3M ago26:37

26:37

Host Andrew Pouw and Dr. Chris Johnson, a leading authority on visual field research, discuss the advent of virtual reality (VR) visual field perimetry, its advantages over conventional bowl perimetry, and how this new diagnostic technology will impact the care for patients with glaucoma. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episode…

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Ergonomics in the Clinic and Operating Room 31:24

4M ago31:24

31:24

Recent surveys have shown that a majority of ophthalmologists report musculoskeletal pain in the neck, back, and shoulders. Those who regularly use surgical loupes or perform clinical exams that induce neck flexion—such as when examining for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)—may be at even higher risk for chronic pain and disability. In today’s epis…

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Oculoplastics Diagnoses You Can’t Miss 42:47

4M ago42:47

42:47

Drs. Natalie Homer and Andrea Tooley share some major can’t-miss diagnoses in the lids and orbit that carry significant morbidity and mortality, including sebaceous cell carcinoma, orbital tumors, and infectious processes such as mucormycosis and necrotizing fasciitis. Strategies for imaging, histopathology, and management are also discussed. For a…

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The Whole-Eye Transplant 13:55

4M ago13:55

13:55

A surgical team from NYU Langone Health recently made history when it performed the world's first whole-eye and partial-face transplant in a patient who survived a high-voltage electrical accident. In today's episode, host Ben Young welcomes Dr. Vaidehi Dedania, a retina specialist and the primary ophthalmologist involved in the case, to discuss th…

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State Law and Early Eye Drop Refills 23:22

5M ago23:22

23:22

Adhering to an eye drop regimen can be difficult—especially for elderly patients with glaucoma. Those same patients often face an unexpected additional barrier to care when they run out of their medication and are denied early refills by a pharmacy or coverage by their insurance carrier. In today’s episode, Dr. Kevin McKinney talks about how his ow…

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Altitude and Retinal Surgery 30:03

5M ago30:03

30:03

How do you advise patients who need an intraocular tamponade but also plan to travel into areas of high altitude or by air? When should the surgeon opt for silicone oil instead of gas or air? Drs. Sarah Read and Jack Stringham share their experiences and pearls for managing retinal surgery in these challenging cases. For all episodes or to claim CM…

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The Ophthalmologist's Guide to Guide Dogs 55:59

6M ago55:59

55:59

Where do guide dogs come from? How are they trained, and how do they functionally support patients with visual impairment or blindness? What steps should you follow to "prescribe" a guide dog? Which patients qualify, and how much does it cost? In today’s episode, host Ben Young invites Jake Koch and his dog Forli from Guide Dogs for the Blind to sh…

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Ocular Side Effects of Antibody-Drug Conjugates 29:16

6M ago29:16

29:16

Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) are new chemotherapeutic agents that can cause significant ocular side effects. Drs. Meghan Berkenstock, Lauren Dalvin, and Stella Kim review this new class of drugs and how they can affect the eye, providing essential tips for what to look for, when to screen, and how to treat the side effects. Prescribing informati…

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Modern Approaches to Diagnosing and Treating Retinoblastoma 33:06

7M ago33:06

33:06

Drs. Maura Di Nicola and Basil Williams sit down with host Jay Sridhar to review how retinoblastoma treatments have evolved, including discussion of intra-arterial and intravitreal chemotherapy and liquid biopsy using aqueous humor samples. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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Ophthalmic Clinical Documentation and the Electronic Health Record 43:38

7M ago43:38

43:38

Dr. Mike Chiang, Dr. Michael Boland, and Kent Mathewson join host Andrew Pouw to discuss the current state of clinical documentation in ophthalmology, the future of the electronic health record (EHR), the use of scribes, and legal considerations for documentation. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podc…

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What to Expect When Expecting... in IIH 31:59

8M ago31:59

31:59

Drs. Julie Falardeau and Mike Lee discuss guidelines and pearls for the management of idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) during pregnancy and childbirth. They share how pregnancy shifts the evaluation and management of the initial diagnosis of IIH and how it can affect patients who already have a history of the disease. For all episodes or …

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Update on Intravitreal Injectable Drugs and Dry AMD Treatments 40:56

8M ago40:56

40:56

Drs. M. Ali Khan, Ajay Kuriyan, and Sarah Read join host Jay Sridhar to discuss recent developments in intravitreal injectable drugs, including 8-mg aflibercept not initially approved by the FDA, the upcoming PDUFA date for on-label bevacizumab, and approaching injections for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). For all episodes or to claim …

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Medicare's MIGS Mistake 38:39

9M ago38:39

38:39

In June 2023, the regional Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs) almost uniformly introduced draft policy language indicating cessation of coverage for many minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) procedures, including goniotomy and cyclophotocoagulation. In today's episode, host Andrew Pouw is joined by Dr. Alan Robin, the first executive …

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Functional Approach to Functional Vision Loss 47:12

9M ago47:12

47:12

Drs. Anita Kohli and Imran Jivraj discuss the evaluation and management of patients with functional vision loss, also known as nonorganic or nonphysiologic visual loss, a phenomenon in which exam findings do not support an underlying organic etiology. Drs. Kohli and Jivraj offer pearls for how to handle both adult and pediatric patients. Functional…

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Drug-Resistant Corneal Infections Linked to Artificial Tears 16:29

10M ago16:29

16:29

Cornea specialist Dr. Travis Redd discusses the recent outbreak of extensively drug-resistant corneal infections associated with artificial tears and that has led to cases of permanent vision loss and death. Dr. Redd also reviews the challenges and risks of multi-use eye drop bottles. Since January 2023, the CDC, FDA, and state and local health dep…

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Genetic Testing for the Ophthalmologist 38:40

10M ago38:40

38:40

Ophthalmic genetic counselor Molly Marra and Dr. Lesley Everett discuss the pearls and pitfalls of genetic testing, especially in cases of suspected inherited retinal dystrophy. As discussed in the episode, the National Society of Genetic Counselors offers great tools to find genetic counselors who can advise you and your patients in the diagnostic…

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Novel Approaches to Infectious Keratitis 28:55

11M ago28:55

28:55

Dr. Guillermo Amescua joins host Jay Sridhar to discuss novel approaches to infectious keratitis, including surgical approaches and corneal cross-linking. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.

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Updates in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) 37:17

11M ago37:17

37:17

Drs. Michael Chiang, R. V. Paul Chan, and J. Peter Campbell, members of the Imaging and Informatics in Retinopathy of Prematurity (i-ROP) Research Consortium, discuss the latest advances in ROP screening, treatment, and management. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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Botox! What Is It Good For? 26:31

12M ago26:31

26:31

Since its medical discovery, botulinum toxin (Botox) has found increasing use in ophthalmic practice. Drs. Natalie Homer and Andrea Tooley review the common cosmetic and functional uses of Botox, as well newer applications beyond the treatment of strabismus and facial spasms. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.…

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Glaucoma: When to Escalate or Refer 43:36

12M ago43:36

43:36

Though most people with glaucoma manage well with an eye drop or two and retain their functional vision, a subgroup of glaucoma patients worsen catastrophically over time. Is it possible to identify which group your glaucoma patients will be in? And when should the comprehensive ophthalmologist consider escalation or referral to a glaucoma speciali…

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Physician Side Gigs, Wellness, and Burnout with Dr. Nisha Mehta 36:44

1y ago36:44

36:44

Dr. Nisha Mehta, founder of the social media groups Physician Side Gigs and Physician Community, joins to discuss the state of physician burnout in 2023 and how side gigs outside of medicine can offer freedom and improved wellness. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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The Rise of Ocular Syphilis 27:26

1y ago27:26

27:26

Syphilis is on the rise nationally, and with it the prevalence of ocular syphilis is increasing. Drs. Steve Yeh and Chris Conrady join host Ben Young to discuss what clinicians need to know about the ophthalmic manifestations of syphilis and how to manage the disease when it strikes the eye. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected epis…

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Orbital Trauma 46:28

1y ago46:28

46:28

Whether in academic or private practice, ophthalmologists are often asked to see and manage patients with orbital trauma. These consults can be challenging: how soon do patients need to be seen, which require urgent care, and when should they be referred to oculoplastic and orbital surgery? In this episode, Drs. Natalie Homer and Andrea Tooley brea…

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Intraocular Tamponades Used After Vitrectomy 42:22

1y ago42:22

42:22

Drs. Sarah Read, M. Ali Khan, and Ajay Kuriyan join a group discussion on intraocular tamponades used after vitrectomy. How do air, gas, and silicone oil differ? What are the advantages and drawbacks of each? In what scenarios are they most effective, and how do patients respond to their use? And what are the current unmet needs with these tamponad…

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Private Equity in Ophthalmology 55:50

1y ago55:50

55:50

The role of private equity (PE) in ophthalmology has shifted the practice landscape during the past 10 years. While proponents of PE investment tout the benefit of extra access to capital and resources, critics fear that these partnerships lead to a loss of autonomy and potential risk to patient care. In this episode, Drs. Dagny Zhu, Omar Shakir, a…

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Pearls and Pitfalls in the Management of Intermediate Uveitis 31:30

1y ago31:30

31:30

Drs. Paul Gaudio and Ninani Kombo join Dr. Ben Young to review pearls and common challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of intermediate uveitis. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.

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Seeing Double: Management of Isolated Cranial Nerve Palsies 44:49

1+ y ago44:49

44:49

Drs. Anita Kohli and Imran Jivraj discuss the evaluation and treatment of isolated third, fourth, and sixth cranial nerve palsies, including when to order testing and imaging. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.

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Omidenepag: A New Category of Topical Glaucoma Therapy 45:47

1+ y ago45:47

45:47

Drs. Amanda Bicket and Lori Provencher join Dr. Andrew Pouw to discuss omidenepag isopropyl (Omlonti), the recently FDA-approved eye drop for treating elevated IOP in patients with primary open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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The Rise of the Ophthalmic Hospitalist 32:46

1+ y ago32:46

32:46

Dr. Amanda Redfern speaks with Drs. Maggie Hymowitz and Donna Kim about the role of the ophthalmic hospitalist, a burgeoning profession in ophthalmology with increased demand. The discussion ranges from how to get started in the field, benefits and challenges of the role, and future directions. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected e…

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Managing Patients with Developmental Delay 39:47

1+ y ago39:47

39:47

Dr. Ben Young takes the reigns as host, welcoming Drs. Pavlina Kemp and Roni Levin to discuss tips and tricks—and pitfalls to avoid—when seeing and managing patients with neurocognitive developmental delay. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.

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Options for Secondary IOLs: Scleral-Fixated and Scleral-Sutured Lenses 42:41

1+ y ago42:41

42:41

In this second half of a discussion on secondary IOLs, Drs. Brenton Finklea and Fasika Woreta rejoin the show to talk about the benefits and risks of scleral-fixated and scleral-sutured IOLs, and surgical techniques for improving their safety and effectiveness. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcast…

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Herpetic Uveitis, from Front to Back 31:25

1+ y ago31:25

31:25

Dr. Brian Do shares his diagnostic and therapeutic approach to herpetic uveitis, from the front of the eye to the back. Discussion ranges from anterior uveitis to acute retinal necrosis, including surgical management from the perspective of a retinal surgeon. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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Clinical Trials and Post-Market Side Effects 33:51

1+ y ago33:51

33:51

Drs. Sarah Read, M. Ali Khan, and Ajay Kuriyan join a group discussion on incorporating newly approved medications into practice, focusing on real-world examples of Vuity (pilocarpine drops), brolucizumab, and drugs for dry AMD in trial. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podcasts.…

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Journal Club: Strabismus Surgery Patterns and Outdoor Time for Myopia Prevention 27:11

1+ y ago27:11

27:11

Drs. Pavlina Kemp and Matthew Weed discuss 2 recent publications in major ophthalmology journals: the first examining strabismus surgery patterns in an IRIS Registry study, and the second evaluating the association between outdoor activity and myopia progression. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, visit www.aao.org/podca…

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Sustainability and the Ophthalmology Operating Room 26:41

1+ y ago26:41

26:41

Drs. Daniel Choi and Meron Haile discuss approaches to achieving sustainability in the ophthalmology operating room, including data on the carbon footprint of ophthalmic surgery, recommendations from major US organizations, and lessons from healthcare systems outside the United States. For all episodes or to claim CME credit for selected episodes, …

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