Best American Society of Retina Specialists Podcasts (2024)

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Yale L. Fisher, MD 31:15

1M ago31:15

31:15

Dr. Yale Fisher has had an undeniable impact on the field of retina. He led the way in the development of new techniques and instruments in the field, particularly in ultrasonography and vitreoretinal surgery. His pioneering work in ocular endoscopy has expanded the boundaries of what is possible in the field and he has shared his expertise extensi…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Stuart L. Fine, MD 29:48

2M ago29:48

29:48

Dr. Stuart L. Fine is world-renowned for his leadership in ophthalmology education, research, and patient care. A pioneering investigator, Dr. Fine helped shape the field of retina through his leadership of numerous National Eye Institute (NEI)-supported, multi-centered clinical trials to evaluate new and existing treatments for retinal disease. Am…

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Gene Expression Profile Class Change in a Case of Aggressive, Recurrent Melanoma 12:19

3M ago12:19

12:19

In this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray joins Dr. Jennifer Aye to talk about a case of recurrent aggressive ciliochoroidal melanoma requiring enucleation after brachytherapy elsewhere for recurrence at the biopsy site. The tumor showed progression from gene expression profiling (GEP) class 1A, PRAME negative to GEP Class 1b. For more information visit …

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Chronic Effects of e-Cigarette Aerosol Inhalation on Macular Perfusion 12:11

3M ago12:11

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In this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray joins Dr. Lejla Vajzovic to discuss the impact of e-cigarette use on macular perfusion employing optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) in a study of 25 patients. Learn if there are differences in retinal microvasculature measurements in patients using e-cigarettes compared to nonsmoker control groups. F…

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Retinopathy Associated With Ritonavir Treatment for HIV Infection: A Case Series Reappraisal in the COVID-19 Era 13:20

3M ago13:20

13:20

In this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Steven Yeh, MD, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Truhlsen Eye Institute to discuss 3 cases of retinopathy secondary to ritonavir use in the treatment of HIV. The review identified 3 patients with a history of HIV treated with antiretroviral therapy including ritonavir who had been evaluated for bil…

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Retinal Vasculitis After Intravitreal Pegcetacoplan: Report From the ASRS ReST Committee 15:04

3M ago15:04

15:04

On this episode, Dr. Murray welcomes Andre Witkin, MD, Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, to discuss the article, Retinal Vasculitis After Intravitreal Pegcetacoplan: Report From the ASRS Research and Safety in Therapeutics (ReST) Committee. On February 17, 2023, pegcetacoplan 15mg (Syfovre – Apellis Pharmaceutica…

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ASRS Leaders & Legends Interview: Morton F. Goldberg, MD, FAOS, FACS 30:06

4M ago30:06

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In this episode, the History of Retina welcomes retina leader and legend, Morton F. Goldberg, MD, who shares stories from his extraordinary career. Listen in as he recalls co-hosting the 1968 Arlie House Symposium on the Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy with colleague Stuart Fine, MD. This groundbreaking international meeting of the world’s expert…

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Sports Safety for Retina Health 31:52

5M ago31:52

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Participating in sports can have a host of benefits, including enhanced physical and mental health. Along with the positive impact of playing sports, there is a risk of physical injury including those that can affect vision. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Timothy Murray is joined by Dr. Harry Flynn and Dr. Landon Rohowetz of …

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Retina Controversy: Biosimilar to Biosimilar Anti-VEGF Switching for Retinal Diseases 15:44

6M ago15:44

15:44

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Baruch Kuppermann, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine, California, to explore evidence from other specialties regarding cross-switching between biosimilars, and learn if there are any foreseen patient safety concerns for retina specialists. For more information visit www.AS…

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PPV for VMT Resulting in Persistent Postop Loculated Foveal Subretinal Fluid 18:06

6M ago18:06

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On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes R. Rishi Gupta, MD, FRCSC, FASRS, associate professor at Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, to discuss a case report on how a case of postoperative persistent loculated subretinal fluid (SRF) developed after pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) for vitreomacular traction (VMT) syndrome. Explore the manag…

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Primary ASCT for Unilateral Primary CNS Lymphoma–Ophthalmic Variant 16:05

6M ago16:05

16:05

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Colin McCannel, MD, from Stein Eye and Doheny Institutes, University of California, Los Angeles, California, to discuss a case report on the long-term outcomes of 2 cases of primary autologous stem cell transplantation (ASCT) for the treatment of primary central nervous system lymphoma–ophthalmic variant…

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Effect of Prefilled vs Vial-Drawn Syringes on Sustained Increases in lOP in Pts Treated With Aflibercept 17:55

6M ago17:55

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On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Aleksandra Rachitskaya, MD, FASRS, of Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio to explore the effect of syringe type on developing sustained intraocular pressure (IOP) increases. Learn how the type of syringe may or may not affect outcomes. For more information visit www.ASRS.org/JVRDForum. …

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Modified Split-Thickness Corneal Patch Graft for Conjunctival Erosions in Patients with Port Delivery System Implant: Surgical Technique and Long-Term Outcomes 13:08

7M ago13:08

13:08

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Daniel M. Miller, MD, PhD, FASRS, of Cincinnati Eye Institute, to discuss a surgical technique that affects patients with port delivery system implants who experience a conjunctival erosion. For more information visit www.ASRS.org/JVRDForum. Welcome to ASRS’s Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases (JVRD) Auth…

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Socioeconomic Disparities in Patients Receiving Intravitreal Injections for Age-Related Macular Degeneration Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic 17:46

7M ago17:46

17:46

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Xuejing Chen, MD, assistant professor at Boston University School of Medicine, to discuss a study on how the pandemic affected people from variable demographics. Explore the data and learn if the pandemic affected access to intravitreal injection treatments. For more information visit www.ASRS.org/JVRDFo…

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Valsalva Retinopathy Associated With COVID-19: Diagnosis and Surgical Management 13:47

7M ago13:47

13:47

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Sean D. Adrean, MD, from Retina Consultants of Orange County, to discuss a case of retinopathy secondary to intense coughing and vomiting as symptoms of COVID-19. Learn about the diagnosis and eventual surgical management. For more information visit www.ASRS.org/JVRDForum. Welcome to ASRS’s Journal of Vi…

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Impact of prefilled syringes and masking on post intravitreal injection endophthalmitis 17:13

7M ago17:13

17:13

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Charles C. Wykoff, MD, PhD, FASRS, Retina Consultants of Texas, to discuss the study on the comparison of rates of endophthalmitis (1) following intravitreal injection of antivascular endothelial growth factor therapies with glass-vial preparation (GVP) vs prefilled syringes (PFS) and (2) before and afte…

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Asymmetric Purtscher-Like Retinopathy Caused by a Hypertensive Emergency and Undiagnosed Type 2 Diabetes 11:16

7M ago11:16

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On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Sharon Fekrat, MD, FACS, FASRS, Duke University, to discuss a case involving a 29-year-old, obese, hypertensive man who presented with a 10-day history of progressive vision loss in the left eye with no history of trauma. The visual acuity was 20/25 OD and hand motions OS. Learn the importance of one con…

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Fungal Endophthalmitis Secondary to Aspergillus terreus Exacerbated by Intravitreal Dexamethasone in a Patient With Sarcoidosis 10:58

9M ago10:58

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On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Caroline Awh, an ophthalmology resident, to discuss a recent JVRD case report from the July/August issue on a rare cause of fungal endophthalmitis. Learn how this case poses significant diagnostic and management challenges. For more information visit www.ASRS.org/JVRDForum. Welcome to ASRS’s Journal …

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Opportunity Cost of Vitreoretinal Surgeries 11:56

9M ago11:56

11:56

On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Ella Leung, from Georgia Retina, to discuss Medicare reimbursements for the physician work component of vitreoretinal surgeries as a significant opportunity cost for the physician relative to office-based patient care of equivalent time. Explore how the current analysis compares Medicare physician re…

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Retinopathy of Prematurity Screening of Preterm Infants With Icteric Vitreous 9:46

9M ago9:46

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On this episode, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Audina Berrocal from Bascom Palmer Eye Institute to discuss a recent JVRD case report from the July/August issue on preterm newborns with ROP and vitreous opacification thought to be caused by hyperbilirubinemia. Because of vitreous opacification, these patients could not be properly examined for ROP…

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Evolving Treatment Patterns in Diabetic Macular Edema Between 2015 and 2020 13:15

10M ago13:15

13:15

On this episode of the JVRD Author's Forum, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Paul Hahn of NJ Retina to discuss a JVRD article from the May/June 2023 issue on DME treatments between 2015 and 2020 by US retina specialists. Learn whether practice patterns align with conclusions from major randomized DME clinical trials. Real world outcomes and clinical…

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Effect of Macular Internal Limiting Membrane Peeling on Single Surgery Success Rates of Vitrectomy 12:04

10M ago12:04

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On this episode of the JVRD Author's Forum, Dr. Timothy Murray welcomes Dr. Mark Seamone from the University of Alberta to discuss a JVRD article from the May/June 2023 issue on surgery success rates of vitrectomy with a macular off retinal detachment. Learn whether peeling the ILM is the right approach for patients in certain subsets of retinal de…

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: The Founding of the American Society of Retina Specialists 39:01

11M ago39:01

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Since its founding in 1982, the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) has grown exponentially in size and influence, making it a powerful national advocate and primary source of clinical and scientific information and education for its members. It does, in fact, represent all things retina. Listen in as ASRS founders, Drs. Jerald Bovino, Ro…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Daniel F. Martin, MD, FASRS 32:52

1y ago32:52

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Daniel Martin, MD, FASRS, has focused much of his extraordinary career on the design and execution of clinical trials to evaluate new drugs and therapeutic strategies for retinal disease. He has been – and is still -- at the helm of some of the most influential retina research of our time. His contributions have not only guided treatment practices,…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Richard F. Spaide, MD 27:15

1y ago27:15

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Few people have thought as deeply about retina’s most perplexing questions as Richard Spaide, MD. He is a brilliant innovator and ‘retinal philosopher’ whose research and novel theories on the pathophysiology of retinal disorders have spawned nearly 400 peer-reviewed publications, including many of the most-cited and influential papers in the field…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Donald J. D'Amico, MD, FASRS 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

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Beyond his operating room wizardry and passion for patient care, Donald J. D’Amico, MD, FASRS, is recognized for his gift of oratory which has made him a world-renowned lecturer, moderator and educator. In this compelling interview, Dr. D’Amico recounts fascinating stories of his early days in practice, including his experience operating with the F…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, MD 27:47

1+ y ago27:47

27:47

A recognized pioneer in retinal imaging, Lawrence A. Yannuzzi, MD, is a revered practitioner and educator who has earned an international reputation for his keen observational skills, inquisitive mind and the ability to publish findings at lightning speed. In this Leaders & Legends interview, Dr. Yannuzzi shares interesting insights into his career…

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Diabetes and Your Vision: A Conversation with the National Eye Institute 31:32

1+ y ago31:32

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People with diabetes are at risk for developing diabetic eye disease, which can result in vision loss and blindness. And people with early stages of diabetic eye disease may experience few if any symptoms. But losing sight from diabetes is far from a foregone conclusion, especially with regular dilated eye exams, early diagnosis, and treatment adva…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Carol L. Shields, MD, FASRS 30:25

1+ y ago30:25

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In this inspiring interview you’ll hear from the remarkable Carol L. Shields, MD, FASRS, a true pioneer in every sense of the word. Listen in as she recalls her childhood making house calls with her physician father, her years captaining Notre Dame’s first championship varsity women's basketball team, her induction into the Academic Hall of Fame, t…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Gary W. Abrams, MD, FASRS 26:49

1+ y ago26:49

26:49

Retina pioneer and innovator Gary W. Abrams, MD, FASRS, discusses his inspiring professional journey spanning numerous groundbreaking advancements in the field, from the advent of the air pump and endolaser, to gas, silicone oil, perfluorocarbon liquid, vitrectomy and wide-angle viewing. Listen as he recalls his memorable job interview with Robert …

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: Importing Vitrectomy to Canada 37:35

1+ y ago37:35

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In 1971, Dr. Robert Machemer, Anton Banko and Jean-Marie Parel designed the vitreous infusion cutter (VISC), one of the first commercially available instruments to remove vitreous during a vitrectomy. Shortly thereafter, Mark Mandelcorn, MD, FRCSC, arrived at Bascom Palmer from Toronto and became Dr. Machemer’s first fellow, working directly alongs…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Harry W. Flynn, Jr., MD, FASRS 30:43

1+ y ago30:43

30:43

A fascinating conversation with Dr. Harry Flynn who recounts his stellar career. A visionary surgeon who has introduced numerous innovations and new technologies to the operating room, he discusses the evolution of small-gauge surgery, his collaborations with the legendary Jean-Marie Parel, Ing. ETS-G, PhD, his love of research, working with reside…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: George A. Williams, MD, FASRS 30:24

1+ y ago30:24

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An extraordinary look back with George Williams, MD, FASRS, who discusses his experience during the Aaberg-Abrams era at the Medical College of Wisconsin, his groundbreaking exploration of pharmacological ways to manipulate the vitreous and the birth of retinal pharmacology. A staunch crusader on behalf of retina, Dr. Williams is a recognized healt…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Audina M. Berrocal, MD, FASRS 28:25

1+ y ago28:25

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Audina Berrocal, MD, FASRS, is one of the world’s leading experts in the surgical management of retinopathy of prematurity and pediatric vitreoretinal disorders. She is also the youngest daughter of Jose Berrocal, MD, who was the first retina fellow at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in 1963 and went on to be the first retina surgeon in Puerto Rico…

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: The Artificial Retina 36:04

1+ y ago36:04

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Since vision issues and blindness were first diagnosed and documented, scientists have sought a cure. In this video, ASRS Foundation President Timothy G. Murray, MD, MBA, FASRS, talks with Mark S. Humayun, MD, PhD, an internationally recognized pioneer in vision restoration who assembled a multidisciplinary team of experts to develop the first FDA-…

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: The History of Vitrectomy 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

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History of Retina Co-director Kirk H. Packo, MD, FASRS, hosts an all-star panel of retina giants, who recount the coming of age of vitrectomy surgery. Listen in as Drs. Thomas Aaberg, Sr., Gary Abrams, Steve Charles, Gene de Juan, and Wayne Fung share their compelling first-hand accounts of vitrectomy from the early days of open sky and the Vail Vi…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: María H. Berrocal, MD, FASRS 27:11

1+ y ago27:11

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Few stories in our field are as unique as that of the Berrocal’s, a multigenerational retina tour de force. In this Leaders & Legends segment, Maria Berrocal, MD, FASRS, daughter of the late Jose Berrocal, MD, an internationally renowned retina pioneer who was the first retina surgeon in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, shares stories about her extra…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Julia A. Haller, MD, FASRS 30:42

1+ y ago30:42

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Julia Haller, MD, FASRS is a world-renowned retina surgeon and scientist who has innovated significant translational advances against blindness. She discusses her remarkable journey in academic and organized medicine, including being among the first to administer gene therapy and to inject anti-VEGF in a human eye. A trailblazer for women in retina…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Thomas M. Aaberg, SR, MD, FASRS, and Thomas M. Aaberg, JR, MD 32:40

1+ y ago32:40

32:40

An extraordinary conversation with Thomas Aaberg Sr., MD, FASRS, and son Thomas Aaberg Jr., MD, who share a rare look inside the early years in retina. Tom Aaberg Sr., discusses his remarkable career, early innovations that moved the needle, and his friendship and collaborations with Robert Machemer, MD. Tom Aaberg Jr., MD, adds his recollections f…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Michael T. Trese, MD, FASRS 31:08

1+ y ago31:08

31:08

In this interview with one of retina’s true giants, Mike Trese, MD, details his remarkable 45-year career spearheading revolutionary developments in both pediatric and adult retina. He shares the challenges of navigating blinding diseases with the youngest and most vulnerable patients and the amazing advances that have increased the success rate fo…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Steve T. Charles, MD, FACS, FICS, FASRS 30:31

1+ y ago30:31

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It would be hard to imagine retina surgery today without the contributions of Steve Charles, MD, FACS, FICS, FASRS . Over the course of his amazing career, he has amassed over 100 patents, introducing among other things, scissor segmentation, the linear vacuum, disposable cutters, retinectomy, the Ocutome 8000, and ‘medium term PFO.’ Listen as he d…

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: Scleral Buckle 58:50

1+ y ago58:50

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In this compelling panel discussion, host Timothy G. Murray, MD, MBA, FASRS, explores the history of scleral buckling through the first-hand accounts of renowned vitreoretinal surgeons Allan (Buzz) Kreiger, MD; Charles (Pat) Wilkinson, MD, MA; Gary W. Abrams, MD; and Michael Lambert, MD. The experts share their professional experiences with scleral…

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ASRS Leaders and Legends Interview: Kirk H. Packo, MD, FACS, FASRS 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

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A truly fascinating discussion with Kirk H. Packo, MD, FACS, FASRS, an internationally renowned vitreoretinal surgeon whose unique creativity, intellect and story-telling abilities have made him a legendary teacher of retina. Listen as Dr. Packo reflects on his mentors, and his experience coming of age in retina during the ‘heyday’ of instrument de…

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ASRS Milestones in Retina: Inventing the VISC 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

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Invention of the vitreous infusion suction cutter (VISC) for vitrectomy surgery revolutionized the field of retina in the 1970s. Now, more than 50 years later, the VISC remains central to every retinal surgeons armamentarium and no one is more surprised than the man behind its development -- Jean-Marie Parel, Ing.ETS-G, PhD, FARVO. In this extraord…

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AMD Awareness Month: A Conversation with the Macular Degeneration Association 27:26

2y ago27:26

27:26

February is age-related macular degeneration (AMD) awareness month, an opportunity to bring needed attention to this common retinal disease which impacts more than 11 million people in the US alone. On this episode of ASRS's Retina Health for Life, Dr. Joshua Mali, Medical Director of the Macular Degeneration Association (MDA) joins Dr. Timothy Mur…

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Understanding Diabetic Macular Edema 21:06

2+ y ago21:06

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Diabetes is a major public health issue and every person diagnosed with diabetes is at risk of developing diabetic eye disease. Diabetic macular edema is a common complication of diabetic eye disease, which occurs when blood vessels in the retina are damaged and leak fluid into the macula causing blurry central vision. On this episode of ASRS's Ret…

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Artificial Retina Restores Sight to the Blind 30:33

2+ y ago30:33

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It seems like science fiction to restore the sight of a person who has been blind for years, but innovations in the field of retina have made the impossible possible. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Timothy Murray is joined by the co-inventor of the artificial retina Dr. Mark Humayun, co-Director of USC’s Roski Eye Institute a…

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The Patient’s Role in Maintaining Retinal Health 23:09

3y ago23:09

23:09

Retina patients have a critical role to play in maintaining their retinal health by seeking out treatment from a retina specialist, becoming informed about their condition and following through on their treatment plan. On this episode of ASRS's Retina Health for Life, Dr. J. Michael Jumper of West Coast Retina in San Francisco joins Dr. Timothy Mur…

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Retina Basics for Patients 23:37

3y ago23:37

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Did you know that your clear view of the world, the one that allows you to read, drive and recognize faces, relies on the health of your retinas? On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, retina specialist Dr. Ryan Rich of Retina Consultants of Southern Colorado joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss what the retina is, how they make healthy v…

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Retinopathy of Prematurity 26:56

3y ago26:56

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Retinopathy of prematurity is a retinal condition that can affect premature infants, and is the most common cause of vision loss in children. On this episode of ASRS's Retina Health for Life, Dr. R.V. Paul Chan of the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois at Chicago joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss why screening premature …

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