Drs. Maura Di Nicola and Basil Williams join to preview the September 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. The theme for this issue was ocular oncology. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?fil…

Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, the podcast where your curiosity drives our conversation! In this episode, we respond to a listener's inquiry regarding innovative solutions for fitting lenses over irregular corneas. Join Roya and Sheila as they break down complicated custom lens cases and offer their expert insight. This week, we are privileged to host…

Drs. Avni Finn and Basil Williams join the program to talk about some of their personal highlights attending the 2024 American Society of Retinal Specialists Annual Meeting in Stockholm, Sweden. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=A…

Join Roya and Sheila on this episode of "Try Not 2 Blink" as they explore the latest advancements in in-office dry eye diagnostic tools, which have been making headlines recently. They will share their clinical insights on effectively implementing these tools in practice. In this episode, we are excited to welcome Dr. Inna Lazar, an accomplished op…

This week on Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila reintroduce their acclaimed segment, the SLPOD (Scleral Lens Pearl of The Day), where they discuss the potentially harmful preservatives present in some widely used makeup brands, shedding light on what consumers may not realize. In the second half of the episode, we are joined by esteemed expert …

Drs. Sabin Dang and Kat Talcott join to discuss a recent article published by Dr. Dang's team examining the impact of prior authorizations on delivery of treatment in retina practices. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi…

Welcome to the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink. In today's discussion, hosts Roya and Sheila will share recently published research in retinal ophthalmology. They will review the good, bad, and ugly and how it relates to clinical care. Among the topics covered will be the potential benefits of melatonin in reducing the risk of developing and prog…

Dr. Glaucomflecken (Dr. Will Flanary) and Dr. Basil Williams join for a heartfelt discussion of ophthalmology resident wellness and burnout, depression and suicide in medicine, and strategies at the ground level to address outstanding issues. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visi…

Dr. Witkin from the American Society of Retina Specialists talks about our current knowledge of the incidence of retinal vasculitis following intravitreal injection of Pegcetacoplan for treatment of geographic atrophy. Discussed article: Witkin AJ, Jaffe GJ, Srivastava SK, Davis JL, Kim JE. Retinal Vasculitis After Intravitreal Pegcetacoplan: Repor…

Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week, Roya and Sheila discuss the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest advancements by attending conferences. Then, they discuss the complexities of treating patients with a history of glaucoma filtering surgery, including the risks associated with blebs and how to navigate compatibility with contact len…

On this week's Try Not 2 Blink episode, our hosts Roya and Sheila begin by breaking down two interesting patient cases. Sheila shares her experience treating a young patient with progressive myopia, exploring treatment options and considerations. Roya discusses her challenging case of a patient who suffered from severe dry eye requiring specialized…

A panel of guests optometrists share their feedback about communication issues between optometry and the speciality of retina. Guests panelists: Dr. George Papadakis, Dr. Brian Feinstein, Dr. Lena Moiseiykina and Dr. Nagar Sohbati.

Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join to discuss three recent publications from major ophthalmology journals. IRIS Registry DME Analysis (https://ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00266-5/fulltext) Gas versus Oil for RRDs (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(24)00209-5/fulltext) ChatBot Diagnosis of Glaucoma (https://www.ajo.com/a…

In this latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, we're excited to welcome back Dr. John D. Gelles, a renowned expert in keratoconus treatment, to share his extensive knowledge with us. He'll provide updates on the latest advancements in HOA lenses, outline his three-step approach to treating keratoconus, and discuss new surgical options available for pat…

Dr. Yewande Babalola joins the show to discuss her experiences as a VR Surgeon in Nigeria and what she learned as a travel grant winner to the 2024 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=Audi…

Join us on this Try Not to Blink episode as Roya and Sheila kick off the conversation by discussing life upgrades, including one of the best inventions in 2023. Share your own life upgrades by sending us a message; we would love to hear them. The conversation then takes a personal turn as they welcome special guest Mark Morarie, a keratoconus patie…

Drs. Kat Talcott and Yoshi Yonekawa join to preview the July 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi…

Welcome to Try Not To Blink; in this episode, Roya and Sheila share the latest advancements in eyewear technology, specifically the revolutionary Rayban Meta AI sunglasses. Listen as Sheila shares her hands-on experience with these cutting-edge glasses, which enable users to capture photos, ask questions about their surroundings, and receive instan…

On today's Try Not to Blink episode, Roya and Sheila will kick it off with the Cliffs/Coles Notes on corneal topographers. Sheila will provide valuable insight on scanning and essential things to remember when selecting a map. She will provide a comprehensive overview of the maps available; axial power, tangential, elevation maps, and what images t…

Dr. Louie Cai is joined by his former co-residents Drs. Ollya Fromal and Anand Gopal to discuss their experiences during fellowship and whether they would do it again.By Jayanth Sridhar

On Try Not 2 Blink, you will join Roya and Sheila for the second episode in their series on corneal GP lenses. In this special episode, they connect with Rob Ahern, Director of Operations at Valley Contax, for a unique behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing process of GP lenses. Before welcoming Rob, the hosts start the show by sharing their e…

Dr. Steve Charles joins to discuss the state of the vitreoretinal field in 2024 both surgically and in terms of practice structure and delivery. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi…

Dr. Arthur sit describes his surprising research results on the effect of scleral buckle on ocular fluid dynamics. The discussed article: Lyons LJ, Kazemi A, Bakri SJ, Barkmeier AJ, Iezzi R, Olsen TW, Hodge DO, Sit AJ. The Effect of Scleral Buckle Surgery on Tonographic Outflow Facility, Positional Intraocular Pressure, and Ocular Biomechanics. Oph…

We are pleased to announce the launch of a three-part series on corneal GP lenses, beginning this week on "Try Not to Blink." Our first episode welcomes back the "GP Lens King" and esteemed guest Dr. Edward Bennett. In this episode, Dr. Bennett shares his knowledge on fitting GP lenses, including his top tips and best practices. Roya and Sheila wil…

Dr. Omar Shakir joins to discuss in-office vitreoretinal surgery, including a deep dive on pros/cons, effects for the healthcare system at large, and how he responds to major criticisms. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Shakir is a shareholder in iOR Partners. You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aa…

Join Roya and Sheila on the latest episode of Try Not To Blink as they welcome a special guest, Dr. Jason Jedlicka, a renowned expert in scleral lenses. Before introducing Dr. Jedlicka, Sheila shares her thoughts on her latest spectacle lens brand experience, providing an honest review for listeners. In this engaging episode, Dr. Jedlicka shares hi…

Drs. Yoshi Yonekawa and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the June 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi…

Welcome to the Try Not 2 Blink Podcast, where Roya and Sheila explore the latest developments and expert insights in contact lenses. In this episode, they dive into the world of bandage contact lenses, discussing their uses, FDA-approved options, and pearls for successful use. They also examine the latest technology in this area and address potenti…

Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week's show featuring Roya and Sheila. In this episode, they will discuss the neuro adaptation requirements for success with multifocal optics and why it is crucial to prepare patients for the process of their brain learning to adjust and utilize the new lenses. Roya emphasizes the importance of not reacting strongl…

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Dr. Paul Micevych from the UC San Francisco discusses his group's work on systemic and individual risk factors leading to complicated diabetic retinopathy requiring vitrectomy. Discussed article: Micevych PS, Taha AM, Poddar A, Stewart JM. Individual and Systems-Based Risk Factors for Diabetic Vitrectomy in an Urban Safety-Net Hospital. Ophthalmol …

Four recently matched medical students into ophthalmology residency join to discuss their experiences in the residency match. 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

On the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila delve into the topic of artificial tears and their efficacy. They share their recommended drops and explain the reasoning behind their choices, as well as present a study that sheds light on the subject. Later in the episode, Roya and Sheila have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. David…

Drs. Kat Talcott and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the May 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Zahid has equity in Eyedaptic. You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi…

Join us today on Try Not 2 Blink as Roya and Sheila discuss effectively communicating with and de-escalating situations with angry patients. Roya shares her experience of trying to diffuse a situation with an upset patient in her office. Do you encounter frustrated patients dealing with the effects of dilation? Learn about the new dilation reversal…

On today’s episode of TN2B Roya and Sheila reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing use of punctal plugs. During the discussion, Sheila introduced a new tapered plug called the SOFT PLUG Extended Duration 180-T from OASIS, highlighting its options, benefits, and potential relief for patients. In addition, the hosts welcomed Dr. L…