Best Vision Eye Institute Podcasts (2025)

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Myopia SOS with Prof Ian Flitcroft - Episode 1 - Off the naughty step 50:25

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15d ago50:25

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Myopia SOS! In the first of this six part series, join your 'agony aunt' Dr. Kate Gifford, an optometrist, researcher, and co-founder of Myopia Profile, and 'agony uncle' Professor Ian Flitcroft, a distinguished paediatric ophthalmologist and co-founder of Ocumetra, as they tackle your burning questions on myopia management. In British vernacular, …

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Sports Safety for Retina Health 31:52

2y ago31:52

31:52

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

3y 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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Episode 4: Paediatrics co-management with Dr Ed Boets and Dr Christolyn Raj 31:45

3y ago31:45

31:45

It’s paediatrics time! Dr Ed Boets and Dr Christolyn Raj tackle myopia and amblyopia, complete with tips and tricks to help you feel more confident when seeing these patients in your optometric practice. Myopia: the importance of good refraction, the dos and don’ts of atropine, to contact lens or not, and balancing device use in a modern world. Amb…

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Episode 5: Keratoconus co-management with Dr Alex Ioannidis and Prof Rasik Vajpayee 33:48

3y ago33:48

33:48

In this episode, we travel to the anterior segment as Dr Alex Ioannidis and Prof Rasik Vajpayee discuss the latest in keratoconus, corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL) and corneal transplants. Find out when you should be referring patients for CXL and corneal transplant assessment, whether CXL can be repeated, whether CXL is recommended in keratoco…

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Episode 3 (Part 2): Oculoplastics co-management with Dr Lewis Levitz and Dr Nima Pakrou 31:03

3+ y ago31:03

31:03

Are you confident working up a Bell’s palsy patient? If not, this episode is for you. Dr Lewis Levitz and Dr Nima Pakrou pick up where they left off in part 1, with a discussion on facial palsies, before tackling periocular oedema and thyroid eye disease. Dr Lewis Levitz (VIC) is a highly experienced cataract surgeon and general ophthalmologist wit…

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Episode 3 (Part 1): Oculoplastics co-management with Dr Lewis Levitz and Dr Nima Pakrou 30:28

3+ y ago30:28

30:28

Dr Lewis Levitz and Dr Nima Pakrou join host Kristina Iacovangelo to delve into the world of oculoplastics beyond lumps and bumps. Listen to their systematic approach to working up out-of-the-ordinary cases, including how to decide whether a ptosis patient should be referred to an oculoplastic surgeon, neuro-ophthalmologist or the emergency departm…

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Episode 2 (Part 2): Cataract surgery co-management with Dr Rushmia Karim and Dr Christolyn Raj 32:01

3+ y ago32:01

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Part 2 of this episode sees Dr Rushmia Karim and Dr Christolyn Raj continue to discuss complex cataract scenarios, including situations where there is co-occurring amblyopia or a reliance on one eye for vision. Dr Rushmia Karim (NSW) is a skilled paediatric ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon with a special interest in neuro-ophthalmology. Read mo…

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Episode 2 (Part 1): Cataract surgery co-management with Dr Rushmia Karim and Dr Christolyn Raj 30:17

3+ y ago30:17

30:17

In part 1 of this episode, Dr Rushmia Karim and Dr Christolyn Raj use real-life cases to explore some of the complexities around cataract surgery, including the importance of a tailored and collaborative approach to lens selection and whether a pre-operative multifocal contact lens trial is useful for interested patients. Dr Rushmia Karim (NSW) is …

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Episode 1: Refractive co-management with Dr Tess Huynh and Dr Abi Tenen 37:34

3+ y ago37:34

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In this episode, Dr Tess Huynh and Dr Abi Tenen discuss out-of-the-box questions to ask prospective laser patients to determine their suitability for refractive surgery, what to include in your referral letter and plenty of fascinating, real-life cases. Dr Tess Huynh is a highly respected cataract, corneal and refractive surgeon who is actively inv…

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

3+ y 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

4y 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

4y ago30:33

30:33

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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Briony Glastonbury 6:51

4+ y ago6:51

6:51

This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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Education Panel 46:37

4+ y ago46:37

46:37

This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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John Grigg 1:16

4+ y ago1:16

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This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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Jenna Jones 25:37

4+ y ago25:37

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This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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Lorraine Villaret 6:44

4+ y ago6:44

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This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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Braille Panel 39:07

4+ y ago39:07

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This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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Ron McCallum 34:31

4+ y ago34:31

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This event targets our community of young patients, their parents or carers, and teachers. We were delighted to welcome inspirational individuals such as Emeritus Professor Ron McCallum, Mia Armsworth, Connor McLeod, Brodie Smith, Dr James Smith and Jenna Jones alongside a host of specialists in the field, who demonstrated that vision loss and blin…

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

4+ y ago23:09

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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

4+ y 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

4+ y 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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What is Uveal Melanoma? 29:17

4+ y ago29:17

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Uveal melanoma, or ocular melanoma, is the most common eye cancer diagnosed in adults, affecting approximately 2,500 people in the United States each year. Unrelated to skin melanoma, uveal melanomas often have no signs or symptoms, underscoring the importance of regular dilated retina exams for early diagnosis and treatment to safeguard sight. On …

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Understanding Retinoblastoma 26:23

4+ y ago26:23

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Retinoblastoma is a rare form of eye cancer that affects infants and young children. In recent years, significant advances have been made in retinoblastoma diagnosis and treatment, helping not only save children's lives but in many cases preserving vision in the eye affected by cancer. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Carol Shi…

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Easing Treatment Burden for Retinal Patients 23:24

4+ y ago23:24

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Treatments for some retinal conditions like age-related macular degeneration (AMD) require frequent appointments, which can be a burden for both patients and their families. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Jeffrey Heier of Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss the treatment burden that many patie…

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Advanced Imaging for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) 26:02

4+ y ago26:02

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Advanced imaging technologies have enhanced retina specialists’ ability to diagnose, manage and treat many retinal conditions including age-related macular degeneration (AMD). On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Justis Ehlers of the Cole Eye Institute at the Cleveland Clinic joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss these new imaging te…

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Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Current and Emerging Therapies 26:20

4+ y ago26:20

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Advances made in the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in the last two decades are among the most exciting in all of medicine. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Peter Kaiser of the Cole Eye Institute at the Cleveland Clinic joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss #AMD treatments on the horizon that may lead to …

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AMD Update: What Patients Need to Know Now 25:37

4+ y ago25:37

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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects 11 million Americans, but with early diagnosis and treatment by a retina specialist, vision loss from the wet form of AMD can be avoided. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, ASRS President Dr. Carl Awh of Tennessee Retina joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss all things #AMD including imagi…

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Gene Therapy for Retinal Disease 28:19

4+ y ago28:19

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On this episode of ASRS's Retina Health for Life, Dr. Timothy Murray is joined by retina specialist Dr. Thomas Ciulla of the Midwest Eye Institute, a world's authority on gene therapy applied to the eye. Tune in to learn more about gene therapy breakthroughs that are saving and restoring vision for people with retinal conditions and what the future…

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Clinical Trials for Retinal Disease 35:55

4+ y ago35:55

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Clinical trials have ushered in sight-saving advances in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of retinal disease. On this episode, Dr. Charles Wykoff of Retina Consultants of Texas joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss promising clinical trials currently underway for retina conditions and the role patients play in making advances possible. Resourc…

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Retinal Detachment 23:43

4+ y ago23:43

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Retina specialist Dr. Jay Stallman of Georgia Retina and his patient David Bragg join Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss retinal detachment, an emergency situation in which the retina separates from the back wall of the eye. Tune into hear David's experience with retinal detachment, the symptoms to watch for and the importance of prompt treatment by a r…

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Sickle Cell Retinopathy 29:51

5y ago29:51

29:51

Retina specialist Dr. Adrienne Scott of the Wilmer Eye Institute at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss sickle cell retinopathy, a condition present in some patients with sickle cell disease which can lead to vision loss. Tune in to learn more about the condition and how early diagnosis and treatment …

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Advances in Surgical Treatments for Diabetic Retinopathy 29:12

5y ago29:12

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Advances in the surgical treatment of diabetic retinopathy have increased the chances of preventing vision loss for many patients. On this episode of ASRS’s Retina Health for Life, Dr. Maria Berrocal joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss how surgical treatment for the condition has become quicker, safer and more effective. Resources: Access a downloa…

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A Conversation about Diabetic Eye Disease with the American Diabetes Association 31:13

5y ago31:13

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It’s possible to have a diabetes-related eye condition such as diabetic retinopathy and not even know it, as people with early stages of the disease may experience few, if any, symptoms. That’s why recognizing the risk, learning the symptoms and seeking early treatment from a retina specialist are critical to preserving and protecting vision. On th…

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Diabetic Retinopathy: Risks, Symptoms, Prevention and Treatment 21:17

5y ago21:17

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Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that can cause blindness, but with early detection and treatment by a retina specialist, disease-related vision loss can be avoided. Retina specialist Dr. Sophie Bakri of the Mayo Clinic joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss all things diabetic retinopathy including imaging and treatment advances tha…

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Patient's Guide to Eye Injections 28:36

5y ago28:36

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Eye injections, also known as intravitreal injections, are a vital treatment option that retina specialists use to help save and improve people’s sight. Retina specialist Dr. Geoffrey Emerson of the Phillips Eye Institute and Retina Center of Minnesota joins Dr. Murray to discuss what patients can expect during eye injections and address common pat…

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Advances in Retinal Imaging 27:14

5y ago27:14

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In the past decade, a revolution in retinal imaging has advanced the diagnosis, management and treatment of retinal conditions. Dr. Murray interviews retina specialist Dr. Christina Weng of the Baylor College of Medicine Cullen Eye Institute to discuss how new imaging technologies have advanced retinal care. Resources: Visit the ASRS glossary for d…

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Medicare Open Enrollment 17:38

5y ago17:38

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Retina specialist Dr. John Thompson of the Wilmer Eye Institute and ASRS EVP Jill Blim join Dr. Murray to discuss Medicare Open Enrollment and what retina patients need to know in order to select a plan that’s right for them. Resources: Learn more about Medicare Open Enrollment at asrs.org/MedicareOpenEnrollment and Medicare.gov.…

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Using Mindfulness to Improve Health 21:14

5y ago21:14

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by a challenging health diagnosis or medical condition? Did you know that lifestyle modifications and positive thinking can help? Dr. Timothy Murray interviews retina specialist Dr. Tara McCannel of the UCLA Stein Eye Institute about simple mindfulness and lifestyle habits we can all adopt to improve our overall healt…

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What is a Retina Specialist? 25:46

5y ago25:46

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Retina specialist Dr. Nina Berrocal of the University of Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute joins Dr. Timothy Murray to discuss what a retina specialist is and when to seek their expert care. Tune in to learn about the symptoms and risk factors of retina diseases like age-related macular degeneration (AMD) diabetic retinopathy as well as how speci…

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Healthy Retinas and Healthy Aging 24:03

5y ago24:03

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Did you know that vision loss and blindness are not a normal part of aging? Dr. Timothy Murray and retina specialist Dr. Judy Kim of the Medical College of Wisconsin Eye Institute discuss how healthy retinas make healthy vision possible and what we can all do to maintain retina health especially as we age. Resources: Your risk of some retina condit…

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Atropine, Engaging With Science And Responsible Practice – With Prof Karla Zadnik 27:39

5y ago27:39

27:39

Professor Karla Zadnik, Dean of the Ohio State University College of Optometry in the USA, guides us through a variety of fascinating topics. In her capacity as Principal Investigator of the Childhood Atropine for Myopia Progression (CHAMP) study, Karla explains this multi-site, four year clinical trial which is investigating two proprietary formul…

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What’s next for the International Myopia Institute? – with Dr Monica Jong 18:57

5+ y ago18:57

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Dr Monica Jong, Executive Director of the International Myopia Institute, founded by the Brien Holden Vision Institute, tells us all about the IMI’s big plans for 2020. With the landmark publication of the seven IMI White Paper reports almost a year ago now, we discuss the impact of these reports so far and all of the resources available on the IMI…

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Myopia Management in Practice – with Philip Cheng 33:04

6y ago33:04

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Philip Cheng, well-known clinical optometrist from Melbourne, Australia and prolific contributor to the Myopia Profile Facebook group, takes us through the twists and turns of myopia management in practice. Philip founded his greenfield independent practice over three years ago with a near-exclusive focus on myopia management, and in this podcast w…

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More on 0.01% atropine treatment for myopia control - with Prof Mark Bullimore 36:12

6y ago36:12

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Professor Mark Bullimore of the University of Houston, Texas USA, tells us more on the complex topic of 0.01% atropine, including its stability as a compound, and takes us on a short journey through chemistry explaining how current studies are using novel formulations to address this issue. Have you heard of ‘heavy water’? I hadn’t, until now! Mark…

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What MiSight FDA approval means to eye care practitioners - with Prof Lyndon Jones & Prof Debbie Jones 28:48

6y ago28:48

28:48

Lyndon and Debbie Jones from the Centre for Ocular Research and Education and University of Waterloo, Canada, highlight the impact that FDA approval for CooperVision MiSight myopia control contact lens has for eye care practice in the US, and across the world. How does MiSight and the FDA approval fit within the whole ecosystem of myopia control? W…

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Atropine 0.01% for myopia management - with Prof James Loughman 31:06

6y ago31:06

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Professor James Loughman from Technological University Dublin, and the Centre for Eye Research Ireland, challenges us to think differently about low dose atropine. What are we actually getting in the bottle? How should we approach atropine usage in practice? What will future research tell us? The message on 0.01% atropine is complex and perhaps not…

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IMI definitions report paper with Prof Ian Flitcroft 30:29

6+ y ago30:29

30:29

Kate Gifford chats to Professor Ian Flitcroft about the International Myopia Institute (IMI) paper on Defining and Classifying Myopia, of which he was the lead author. Topics include why we need to define myopia for clinical, epidemiological and research reasons; grading systems for structural complications of myopia; why the refractive definition …

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Progressive vs bifocal spectacles - which is best 10:07

7y ago10:07

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Are progressive addition lenses and bifocals created equal for myopia control? How should we pick which lens type to prescribe, and what's on the horizon for our non-contact lens wearing young myopes?By Kate Gifford