Best Yaglı Podcasts (2024)

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42: Presbyopia – Refractive surgery solutions 28:37

3h ago28:37

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As it is a condition that comes on with ageing, presbyopia is something that optometrists very commonly encounter in practice. For most people who develop long-sightedness, their eyesight is easily corrected with spectacles and sometimes contact lenses. But many patients seek to reduce their dependence on spectacles and that’s where refractive surg…

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41: Gene therapy – Now and in the future 28:21

2M ago28:21

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Gene therapy is one of the most exciting areas of modern medicine. In eye care, they promise to restore the vision of patients with both rare genetic eye diseases, such as a certain type of inherited retinal dystrophy, as well as more common conditions that have genetic components, like AMD. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty uncovers how gene ther…

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40: Menopause – Effect and cause 26:14

3M ago26:14

26:14

Half of the population experience menopause, but its effects are wide-ranging and poorly understood. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty investigates how menopause can affect the eye — from inflammatory changes, such as blepharitis, to dry eye disease and even an association with glaucoma. Michelle examines the scientific research with Stuti Misra, …

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39: Complaints – Taking the lead 28:11

4M ago28:11

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Complaints are a normal part of a patient-facing industry, like optometry — from problems with prescriptions to quibbles about customer service. Therefore, handling complaints in a professional manner is an essential part of the GOC’s Standards of Practice. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty hears from Dawn Slocombe, a Complaints Resolution Manager…

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38: Evidence-based practice – What, where, why? 25:35

5M ago25:35

25:35

In optometry, exciting new products or treatments are constantly coming onto the market. As practitioners, we need to keep our knowledge up-to-date, so that we can offer solutions to our patients if they present with an ocular condition. But is the evidence strong enough to make a recommendation or to provide that treatment? In this episode, Michel…

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37: Immunology and allergy – A not so obvious link 26:59

6M ago26:59

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Ocular allergy can be more complicated than the seasonal conjunctivitis that optometrists see frequently in practice. To treat allergic reactions effectively, it’s important to understand how the immune system works. In this episode, Michelle and Dr Peter Frampton, an optometrist at Aaron Optometrists in the North of England, discuss the four types…

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36: SEN – The path to lifelong eyecare 28:01

7M ago28:01

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Children with special educational needs (SEN) are 28 times more likely to have a problem with their vision—or how their brains interpret vision—than their peers. It’s essential that optometrists understand how to make appointments as successful as possible for SEN children and their families. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty asks Ellie Hughes, As…

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35: Dry AMD – Hope on the horizon 27:54

8M ago27:54

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of sight loss in the UK, and the dry form is the most common type of the condition. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty visits a community practice in Harborne, Birmingham, to meet optometrist Bradley Warwick. Brad specialises in dry AMD, so Michelle and Brad discuss how to manage and c…

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Yarima Karama Interview 1:45:25

9M ago1:45:25

1:45:25

Yarima Karama is a true renaissance man for the Afrikan community. He is a liberationist, author, artist, entrepreneur, hip-hop phenom and loves black people. Check out Yarima Karama’s work through his app called Yarima Karama or go to yarimakarama.com where you can find his Real Life Real Talk Live talks. In the meantime, also check out Yarima Kar…

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The Interview 2pac Never Had - Resurrection Of A Legacy 1:07:35

9M ago1:07:35

1:07:35

On this program, we interview the late great Tupac Amaru Shakur. Tupac is a multi platinum selling hip hop star, actor, poet, and revolutionary. Today, we get his perspective on society and his music. Thank you in advance for tuning in. Peace and chaos!

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Dr. Umar Ifatunde Johnson Interview 1:16:34

9M ago1:16:34

1:16:34

Dr. Umar Johnson is a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and Certified School Psychologist who is considered an expert on education and mental health of Afrikan and Afrikan-American children. Dr. Umar as he is known to friends, family, and loved ones, is a kinsman to both the Great Abolitionist Frederick Douglass (1818-1895) and the late Abolitionist Bi…

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The Occultist: IllumiNicki Blanco 53:19

10M ago53:19

53:19

IllumiNicki Blanco is a wife and mother of 2. She's also a solitary practitioner of the occult art. Moreover, she is grateful for having a zesty life and on a quest for an abundance of knowledge. Questions That Will Be Asked:1. How does one protect one's self from hexes and/or bad energy, generally speaking?2. Do you worship the devil/demon? Do you…

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34: YAG and SLT – Optometrist-delivered laser treatments 28:42

10M ago28:42

28:42

Laser treatments are a great way for optometrists to learn new skills and add some variety to day-to-day practice. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty brings us into her YAG laser capsulotomy clinic in Birmingham, where she treats posterior capsule opacification (PCO) following cataract surgery. Michelle walks us through an appointment with a patien…

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Gender Warring Part 2 58:38

11M ago58:38

58:38

In this episode, we speak about men and women when it comes to issues in relationships. Thus, we provide solutions as well.

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Misconceptions of Femininity (Conditional Femininity & Performative Femininity) 22:04

11M ago22:04

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On this episode, we talked about the misconceptions of femininity. Thus, we lay out the differences between conditional femininity and performative femininity.

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Beware of Greeks Bearing Gifts - YaG Agenda 1:15:26

11M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

In this episode, we talk about the LGBTQ agenda against the heterosexual community.

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33: Cataract surgery – Understanding risks and managing complications 28:39

11M ago28:39

28:39

Over 400,000 cataract procedures are done every year in England alone and the surgery is also one of the most successful in modern medicine. But complications can still occur, for a number of reasons. With optometrists becoming ever more involved with cataract surgery patient pathways — from direct referral to postoperative care — in this episode, …

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What Is Universal Principle? 38:29

11M ago38:29

38:29

In this episode, we speak about Universal Principles and apply those principles to everyday life and current events.

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Gender Warring Part 1 17:11

11M ago17:11

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In this episode, I address gender warring within the community

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The TRUTH About OGUN 28:21

11M ago28:21

28:21

In this episode, we talk about the orisha (deity) Ogun, the god of iron, transformation, wealth, health, political power, rum and mediation.

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Neicy J Interview - A Mind Of A Contemporary Woman Part 2 👩🏿‍⚖️👩🏿‍⚕️👩🏼‍✈️ 3:37:43

12M ago3:37:43

3:37:43

Neicy J was born in 1985 in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently, she's a Superintendent of Human Resources at a Hospital. Thus, she has been working in healthcare for the past 20 years. Moreover, she has a BAS in Health Information Management. Niecy also volunteers for various causes and put in work of a total of 250 hours, annually. What's more, she's sin…

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32: Managing Myopia – Now and for the future 28:40

12M ago28:40

28:40

Myopia can be much more than just shortsightedness. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty speaks to her friend Kathryn, who has severe myopia, to find out how the condition can cause further ocular health problems, like macular degeneration. Two years ago on the podcast, we explored how optometrists should play an active role in myopia management usin…

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Niecy J Interview - A Mind of a Contemporary Woman Part 1 2:58:29

1y ago2:58:29

2:58:29

Neicy J was born in 1989 in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently, she's a Superintendent of Human Resources at a Hospital. Thus, she has been working in healthcare for the past 20 years. Moreover, she has a BAS in Health Information Management. Niecy also volunteers for various causes and put in work of a total of 250 hours, annually. What's more, she's sin…

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Authentic Pride Vs. Hubristic Pride 1:01:31

1y ago1:01:31

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In this episode, we examine the difference between Authentic Pride Vs Hubristic Pride from current events.

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31: Diabetic Retinopathy – Screening & Treatment 27:02

1y ago27:02

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Regular eye screening for the more than 4 million people in the UK with diabetes is essential. The chronic condition is difficult to manage, but high blood sugar over time can damage the blood vessels in the retina. These changes to the eye can be detected by retinal photography, yet diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness, because it …

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30: Glaucoma – ISNT it suspicious? 27:33

1y ago27:33

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Detecting and diagnosing suspect glaucoma isn’t an exact science, but the stakes are high—undetected or late-diagnosed optic nerve damage can lead to irreversible vision loss. Subtle changes in the optic nerve head can be confusing, though, so as an optometrist, being confident in your clinical decisions is essential. In this episode, Michelle Hanr…

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29: Hydroxychloroquine – Potentially toxic, potentially blinding 27:59

1+ y ago27:59

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One of the side-effects for patients who take hydroxychloroquine, or chloroquine, can be retinal toxicity. The drug is usually taken to help treat rheumatic disorders, but around 7.5% of people who take hydroxychloroquine for over five years are thought to develop retinopathy. That’s why regular monitoring of the eyes is essential. Typically, monit…

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28: Leadership and accountability in optometry – Essential not optional 29:12

1+ y ago29:12

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Leadership in optometry can take many forms - from solving a patient’s complaint successfully, to managing a team of optometrists, to dealing with our busy workflows. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty asks Mat Pickering, the General Manager of Optegra UK, how optometrists can become leaders in the workplace. Michelle is the Optometrist Lead at Opt…

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27: Dry Eye? Think MGD and beyond 29:03

1+ y ago29:03

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The impact of severe dry eye or ocular surface disease on quality of life has been compared to someone who’s had a renal transplant or unstable angina. In this episode, we hear how dry eye disease affected both the ocular and mental health of patient Dave Cannell. For optometrists, dry eye can be tricky to manage and patients may need to be refer…

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26: Patient Mental Health – Eyes and minds 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

27:40

Mental health isn’t usually the first consideration in optometrists’ minds when they see patients. But with conditions like anxiety and depression on the rise, optometrists, as primary healthcare providers, should be on the lookout for mental health concerns and how to point patients in the right direction. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty asks o…

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Nucleus Disassembly Techniques in Cataract Surgery Including MiLoop 1:30:34

1+ y ago1:30:34

1:30:34

Disassembling the lens nucleus is a crucial step during cataract surgery. Different techniques may be better suited to different cataract types, require more skill and ultimately make a difference in visual recovery and corneal health. Your Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts take a detailed look at the MiLoop technique and discuss the pros and co…

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Gather Social Interview W/ Andrew Sorensen 1:08:47

1+ y ago1:08:47

1:08:47

Andy Sorensen is a concept creator and coffee brewer at Gather Social. Additionally, he is an entrepreneur, innovator, small business operator with additional formal training and practices in contemporary arts and sculpture. Thus, he is now a tech start up co-founder at Gather Social along with his son; Elija Sorensen, who is a computer programmer …

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25: Visual Field Tests – When, why and what it can mean 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

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Visual field tests can be invaluable when trying to explain a patient’s symptoms, like headaches, or detecting early disease, from glaucoma to stroke, or rarer neurological conditions, such as pituitary tumours. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty asks Stephen Freeman, an optometrist and lecturer at the University of Plymouth, when to be suspicious …

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Retinal Detachment Risk in Lens Surgery 1:21:02

2y ago1:21:02

1:21:02

Ophthalmologists are performing cataract and refractive lens exchange surgery in younger patients. One of the major risks that eye care professionals need to inform these patients about is retinal detachment yet the evidence to quote from has been scarce and confusing. How age, axial length, gender, and laser capsuotomy, impact the risk needs to be…

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24: Mental Health – Optometrists, be well! 27:56

2y ago27:56

27:56

Mental health conditions can affect anyone and can have a negative impact on optometrists’ work. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty discusses these implications with Sheena Tanna-Shah, an optometrist who retrained in therapy after her own experience with anxiety. Also, avoiding stress and burnout at work can help to reduce the risk of mental health…

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23: Eyelid lesions – Look for the sign: Malignant or benign? 27:41

2y ago27:41

27:41

Coming across eyelid lesions is an everyday occurrence for optometrists, but distinguishing them from each other can be a challenge. In this episode, we hear from Nina, who had a basal cell carcinoma (BCC) on her lower eyelid. Michelle Hanratty then explores the various types of malignant and benign lesions that could present in practice, with Mr R…

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22: Corneal Disease – Big problems in young eyes? 27:37

2y ago27:37

27:37

Paediatric eye conditions can often leave optometrists concerned and confused about how to manage patients. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty explores both inflammatory and infectious causes of corneal disease in children. Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, Mr Michael O’Gallagher of the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast explains how vernal keratoconjun…

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21: Uveitis – Detecting the rare and managing the obvious 28:05

2y ago28:05

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Uveitis is thought to cause around 15% of severe sight loss in the UK. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty explores both punctate inner choroidopathy or PIC, a form of posterior uveitis, and the more common presentation of anterior uveitis, with Consultant Ophthalmologist Professor Alastair Denniston and Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon Dr Balini Balas…

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20: Sudden loss of vision - Time is sight! 28:06

2y ago28:06

28:06

Many optometrists will have experienced a patient calling and saying that they suddenly can't see. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty travels to the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital to explore the loss of vision, focussing on artery and vein occlusions, with optometrists Helen Wilson and Amanda Harding. The discussion addresses how optometrists can en…

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MendACity Movement @ The Truth Spot 1:09:35

2+ y ago1:09:35

1:09:35

In this episode, we interview the cast members as well as managerial staff members of MendACity Movement about how they were able to get involved with the movement. Furthermore, they also explain how MAC impacts the community as a whole. Thus, we are promoting the play which takes place at Raw Remedies (Las Vegas, NV) on June 17th & 18th 2022. More…

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19: Modern contact lens practice – The CLEAR way forward 29:23

2+ y ago29:23

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Fitting contact lenses might be a straightforward task, but modern contact lens practice is constantly evolving. Last year, the British Contact Lens Association released a series of reports, called CLEAR, to help harness the most recent contact lens research and modernise contact lens practice, in an evidence-based manner. In this episode, Michelle…

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18: Enhanced Optometric Services - Part 2 (Scotland & Northern Ireland) 28:03

2+ y ago28:03

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The four nations of the UK each have their own Enhanced Optometric Services. This is the second of two episodes which explore how these pathways benefit patients, practitioners and the NHS. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty explores the services available in Scotland with Kathryn Trimmer, an IP optometrist based in Grampian, and in Northern Irelan…

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17: Enhanced Optometric Services - Part 1 (Wales & England) 24:45

2+ y ago24:45

24:45

The four nations of the UK each have their own Enhanced Optometric Services. This is the first of two episodes which explore how these pathways benefit patients, practitioners and the NHS. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty discusses the Enhanced Optometric Services in Wales with Clare Pearce, an optometrist based in Cardiff and in England with Kev…

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16: Binocular Vision - Managing convergence anomalies 28:12

2+ y ago28:12

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Binocular Vision disorders present themselves frequently to optometrists but the most appropriate solution is not always obvious. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty discusses the path to single vision with Dr Aleks Mankowska, an optometrist and lecturer in the Bradford School of Optometry and Vision Science. We also hear about the experience of Ele…

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Antiseptics and the Eye 1:12:23

2+ y ago1:12:23

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Antiseptic preparation of the eye is an absolutely vital step of cataract surgery in order to prevent infection. This treatment must be balanced with minimising harm to the ocular surface. In true OATR style, we take a detailed look at the pros and cons of traditional iodine and more modern chlorhexidine antiseptic solutions. Getting these seemingl…

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15: Vitreomacular disorders - Smoothing wrinkles and mending holes 27:45

3y ago27:45

27:45

Vitreomacular conditions can be sight-threatening if they are not picked up by practitioners. In this episode, optometrist Michelle Hanratty speaks to Mr Kam Balaggan, consultant ophthalmologist and consultant vitreoretinal surgeon. They discuss how to recognise vitreomacular disorders and how to decide when referral is required. Also, to gain an i…

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14: Glaucoma – Assessing the risk to resolve referral dilemma 26:06

3y ago26:06

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Glaucoma is a difficult condition to diagnose. Optometrist Michelle Hanratty discusses referral dilemmas and the impact of the NHS backlog with optometrist, Paddy Gunn, and consultant ophthalmologist, Mr Imran Masood. Paddy Gunn, Principal Optometrist Education and Training at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, has a specialist qualification in glaucom…

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Omega-3 Supplements for Treating Dry Eye 1:01:22

3y ago1:01:22

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Treating dry eye disease is difficult. Trying to treat dry eye disease based on evidence can seem even harder. Omega-3 fatty acid supplements have been on a rollercoaster of popularity in treating dry eye. Evidence appeared to swing from indicating huge benefit to being similar to placebo. Your hosts, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew analyse the ke…

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13: Infection control – Protect the patient, protect yourself 28:08

3y ago28:08

28:08

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened awareness of infection control measures in all professions. As optometrists, there are particularly important precautions to take. In this episode, optometrist Michelle Hanratty discusses the mechanisms of transmission for respiratory infections, gastrointestinal pathogens and eye illnesses with microbiologist D…

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Narrow Angle Interventions 45:06

3y ago45:06

45:06

Oh, you thought we were finished talking about narrow angles? We were just getting warmed up! In this OATR episode, your hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew provide practical tips on interventions for treating narrow angles. Everything from tips on laser iridotomy to IOL calculation in short eyes. Part of our motto is "the simple things often ov…

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