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DENTOLOGY - The Business of DentistryBilal Ahmed - Rethinking Tax E187In this episode of the Dentology podcast, hosts Andy and Chris chat to Bilal Ahmed, a chief accountant with a passion for financial literacy and a knack for breaking down complex money matters.Bilal shares his journey from growing up in a family business to navigating the complexities of accountancy and eventually finding his niche in the dental industry. He chats about the state of financial literacy in dentistry - why so many professionals struggle with managing personal finances, tax planning, and budgeting, and why these crucial skills aren’t taught in schools or even bus...2025-03-1755 min
Find A Way Podcast#94 Animating Perspectives w/ Bilal AhmedBilal is a visionary entrepreneur that combines technical expertise with creative innovation to revolutionize how businesses uses animation for growth. With a background in Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Bilal has led large-scale projects, taught as a university lecturer, and spent over four years navigating the entrepreneurial journey, gaining invaluable insights along the way.Now based in Cambridge, Ontario, Bilal is the founder of an animation studio dedicated to leveraging storytelling to elevate branding, marketing, and training solutions. Passionate about changing perspectives through animation, Bilal is on a mission: to inspire and create meaningful impact through his...2025-03-0539 min
Armpit IntellectualsEp. 16: We Sinful Women: The Power of Urdu Feminist PoetryIn today's episode, we delve into 'We Sinful Women,' a profound collection of Urdu feminist poetry translated and edited by Rukhsana Ahmed.
This episode highlights the evolution of Urdu as a literary language and the significant contribution of women poets like Kishwar Naheed and Fahmida Riaz. The discussion touches on the historical context, especially under General Zia-ul-Haq's regime, where poetry became a tool of resistance against political tyranny and social oppression.
Key poems such as 'Censorship' and 'Anticlockwise' by Kishwar Naheed are analyzed for their powerful metaphors and themes of resilience, while Fahmida Riaz's...2025-01-2622 min
The Dental Implant PodcastThe Business of Implant Dentistry with Bilal AhmedIn this episode, Bilal Ahmed, chartered accountant, discusses business finances and how we should plan our implant businesses and training2024-10-1440 min
Sushant Pradhan PodcastEP 254: Aashish Pradhan, Bilal Ahmed Shah, Ankit Shrestha | All About Fashion | Sushant PradhanAs leaders of top fashion brands in Nepal, Aashish Pradhan, co-founder of Basemark, Bilal Ahmed Shah, CEO of Latido Leathers Nepal, and Ankit Shrestha, co-founder of HUBA, provide valuable insights into the intricacies of the industry, sharing their experiences and perspectives. From trends and challenges to opportunities and innovations, this podcast explores the dynamic landscape of Nepali fashion, offering valuable insights for fashion enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.
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Queer Collective PodcastCan You Be Muslim AND Queer?! ft. Bilal AhmedThe Queer Muslim Experience. What does that look like? Can the two co-exist? Bilal Ahmed, a queer Muslim and refugee from Dubai now residing in Canada, challenges stereotypes with their profound connection to both queerness and Allah. Discover the intricacies of navigating queerness in predominantly Muslim countries, family dynamics, and Bilal's personal reconciliation between being a queer Muslim. We hope this conversation bridges the gaps between faith, identity, and acceptance. Enjoy!
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The Safi Bros PodcastSuccess Stories - No Beats NecessaryRami & Erkan are the two amazingly talented brothers who make up the Nasheed Duo, No Beats Necessary. The boys have found international success with their music, with thousands of monthly listeners & bangers such as “How Can You Deny” & “Why Won’t You Pray? ft. Muslim Bilal”. Rami & Erkan released their latest album “Reflections” in 2022 & they have even more in the works! These guys have had a profound impact on not only us, but the Muslim community and we are proud to call them brothers to the Safis.A huge thank you to Rami & Erkan, you can find their music on...2023-09-1558 min
Harp TarihiYavuz Sultan Selim Savaşları [1512-1520]
0:00 Giriş
2:55 Safevi Devletinin Kuruluşu (1501)
4:15 Şehzade Selim'in Safeviler'e Saldırması
5:08 Taht Mücadelesi
9:30 Şahkulu İsyanı (1511)
11:20 Karıştıran Muharebesi (1511)
22:16 Yeniçeri Ayaklanması
26:53 Yavuz Sultan Selim'in Tahta Çıkışı (1512)
34:53 II. Bayezid'in Vefatı (1512)
37:17 Şehzade Ahmed'in İsyanı
39:43 Şehzade Korkud'un İdamı
46:10 Yenişehir Muharebesi (1513)
54:30 Kızılbaş Tehlikesinin Bertaraf Edilmesi
59:27 Çaldıran Muharebesi (1514)
1:20:27 Turnadağ Muharebesi (1515)
1:27:23 Koçhisar Muharebesi (1515)
1:37:25 Cezayir'in Fethi
1:39:00 Mercidabık Muharebesi (1516)
1:53:08 Suriye'nin Fethi (1516)
1:57:33 Ridaniye Muharebesi (1517)
2:10:05 Mısır'ın Fethi (1517)
2:14:33 Mekke ve Medine'nin Osmanlı'ya İlhakı
2:15:27 Şah İsmail'in Mektubu
2:17:23 Halifeliğin Osmanlı'ya Geçişi
2:19:32 Yavuz Sultan Selim'in Vefatı (1520)
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YelloWorks PodcastsBILAL AHMED SHAH - PUB TALK - S2 - 03In this captivating episode of PUBTALK, we had the privilege to host none other than Bilal Ahmed Shah, the visionary CEO and founder behind LATIDO. LATIDO stands as a remarkable homegrown brand celebrated for its exquisite leather products, with a special emphasis on crafting exceptional leather jackets. Joining the conversation were hosts of PUB TALK Raaz and Prashraya, who are also the Co-Founders of RATNA RAAZ, an esteemed luxury tailoring brand hailing from Nepal.Titled against the backdrop of the vibrant fashion industry in Nepal, this episode of Pub Talk delves deep into the heart of this dy...2023-08-251h 16
Seedz of Revolution: Daughters of the WhirlwindSalute to Revolutionary Babas w/ Bilal Sunni-Ali and an ancestral Salute to Ahmed ObafemiIt’s Baba’s (Father’s) Day! Our last episode of the season is dedicated to the Babas.We give an ancestral salute to Baba Ahmed Obafemi and shower flowers on special guest, Baba Bilal Sunni-Ali. Baba Bilal proudly chronicles the history of his fathers, grandfathers and revolutionary fathers of the Black liberation movement. We discuss our blessed family dynamic, lessons learned from both of our Babas and the power of descending from Garifuna forefathers who were never enslaved, movement builders who resisted oppression and honorable men who held sacred the humanity of Black people.Babas, we salute you today and ev...2023-06-181h 04
DeenStrongSh. Hamza Yusuf Recommending Book: "Indelible Footprints" by Dr. Ahmed BanguraSh. Hamza Yusuf Recommending Book: "Indelible Footprints" by Dr. Ahmed Bangura by Bilal Elsakka2023-02-1200 min
Harp TarihiHendek Savaşı (627) | İslam Tarihi #4Uhud Muharebesinden sonra. Yahudiler ve Müşrikler birleşerek Medine'yi kuşattılar. Bu kuşatmada Müslümanlar çok çetin bir imtihandan geçirilmişti. Bu videomuzda sizlere Hendek Savaşını anlatıyoruz.
Kaynak: TDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, M. Asım Köksal - İslam Tarihi, Kitab-ül-Meğazi Hz. Peygamber'in (s.a.v) Savaşları, Ebû Abdullah Muhammed b. Ömer el-Vâkıdî, c.3, Kısas-ı Enbiyâ ve Tevârih-i Hulefâ, Ahmed Cevdet Paşa, Hazret-i Muhammed Mustafa (s.a.v), Osman Nuri Topbaş, Hz. Muhammed Aleyhissalâtu Vesselâm, Şemseddin Yeşil2023-01-2112 min
Harp TarihiUhud Muharebesi (625) | İslam Tarihi #3İslam Tarihinde Bedir Muharebesinden sonra Uhud Muharebesine kadar olan hadiseleri derleyerek sizlere aktarmaya çalıştık. İnşaallah faydalı olur.
Kaynak: TDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, M. Asım Köksal - İslam Tarihi, Kitab-ül-Meğazi Hz. Peygamber'in (s.a.v) Savaşları, Ebû Abdullah Muhammed b. Ömer el-Vâkıdî, c.3, Kısas-ı Enbiyâ ve Tevârih-i Hulefâ, Ahmed Cevdet Paşa, Hazret-i Muhammed Mustafa (s.a.v), Osman Nuri Topbaş, Hz. Muhammed Aleyhissalâtu Vesselâm, Şemseddin Yeşil2023-01-2117 min
Harp TarihiBedir Muharebesi (624) | İslam Tarihi #2Peygamberlerin sonuncusu Efendimiz Hazreti Muhammed (a.s.m)'a peygamberlik vazifesi verilmesinden Bedir Muharebesine kadar olan hadiseleri derleyerek sizlere aktarmaya çalıştık.
Kaynak: TDV İslam Ansiklopedisi, M. Asım Köksal - İslam Tarihi, Kitab-ül-Meğazi Hz. Peygamber'in (s.a.v) Savaşları, Ebû Abdullah Muhammed b. Ömer el-Vâkıdî, c.3, Kısas-ı Enbiyâ ve Tevârih-i Hulefâ, Ahmed Cevdet Paşa, Hazret-i Muhammed Mustafa (s.a.v), Osman Nuri Topbaş, Hz. Muhammed Aleyhissalâtu Vesselâm, Şemseddin Yeşil2023-01-2122 min
The Coaches Network PodcastKeep on Diggin' with Ahmed Bilal (Blackburn Rovers)Episode #204 of The Coaches Network Podcast.The guest for this episode is Ahmed Bilal. Ahmed holds the UEFA A Licence and is currently a Youth Development Phase Coach with Blackburn Rovers FC, having previously held roles Cheltenham & Rochdale. Ahmed joins CoachYas to discuss his journey from his steps into coaching, the challenges of trying to break into the industry and establish himself in the UK and plenty more. Enjoy!The Coaches Network is proud to formally reveal our very first Patreon membership. This membership consists of monthly donations with a price worth as much as...2022-09-301h 17
Dj-ahmed skalzy[ 94 bpm ] DJ SKALZY Zina Daoudia ft. Cheb Bilal - Ntaya Da3if زينة الداودية وشاب بلال - انتايا ضعيف[ 94 bpm ] DJ SKALZY Zina Daoudia ft. Cheb Bilal - Ntaya Da3if زينة الداودية وشاب بلال - انتايا ضعيف by Dj-ahmed skalzy2022-08-2004 min
DeenStrongImam Ahmed's DreamImam Ahmed's Dream by Bilal Elsakka2022-05-2806 min
OIS Podcast | Ophthalmology's leading PodcastBilal Khan, New World Medical, on Balancing Mission with ProfitabilityNew World Medical, maker of the Ahmed Glaucoma Valve, continues to innovate and maintain a steady pipeline without the cachet that comes with big-name partnerships.CEO Bilal Khan spoke with OIS podcast host Rob Rothman, MD, about assuming the lead role at New World Medical from founder Dr. A. Mateen Ahmed—Bilal’s father-in-law.While Dr. Ahmed and Bilal can “geek out” about glaucoma devices at the dinner table, it wasn’t that way 12 years ago. Bilal joined New World Medical in 2008 after working in finance and as an actuary. His lack of a medical background...2022-04-2740 min
The Concept of UsA Conversation with Askia BilalIn this episode, Ahmed has a conversation with Askia Bilal, instructor at University of Missouri and artist. Askia shares his experiences growing up, art, and the importance of finding solitude in our noisy culture. To learn more about Askia Bilal visit askiabilal.art or on Instagram @askiabilal.art. Always remember: You are loved. You are not alone. Join our community!InstagramTwitterFacebookTwitchConnect with us:Ahmed on InstagramMarwa on InstagramMusic by Ah! ElghanaiCover artwork by Kalush Creates
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Honestly BilalA Chat with Tamara Fountain, MDIn this episode, we chat with Dr. Tamara Fountain. Dr. Fountain is professor of ophthalmology at Rush University Medical Center and maintains a private practice in oculofacial plastic surgery in Chicago’s northern suburbs. She grew up in Minneapolis where her dad was a commercial airline pilot and her mom a marketing executive. Dr. Fountain received her B.A. in Human Biology from Stanford University and her M.D. from Harvard Medical School. After an internship in internal medicine at Pennsylvania Hospital, she completed her residency in ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Fountain pursued specialty trai...2021-11-1330 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Asanté Quintana, MS4Chris Cho chats with 2022 residency applicant and fellow MS4, Asanté Quintana. They discuss Asanté’s passion for policy and advocacy which developed during his time in undergrad at Cornell. They also discuss Asanté’scontributions to ophthalmology through scholarly activity with the Vanderbilt Eye Institute regarding inequities in cataract surgery. Asanté recently founded Meharry Medical College’s Ophthalmology Interest Group which is also touched on. Finally, the two chat about how music production keeps evolving Asanté’s worldview.2021-10-2224 min
Honestly BilalEquity in Ophthalmology-Episode 3In this episode, Arhem chats with Dr. Bonnie An Henderson. Dr. Henderson is the contributing author of Chapter 4 of Women in Ophthamology (https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030593346). Dr. Henderson is a past President of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and curently is a Clinical Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine. Previously, she was the Director of the Cataract and Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Henderson is the Associate Editor for the Journal of Refractive Surgery. She has authored over 125 articles, papers, book chapters, and abstracts and has delivered over 275 invited...2021-10-1450 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Mark Greiner, MDIn this episode, Chris Cho (MS4) chats with Dr. Mark Greiner from the University of Iowa.Dr. Greiner is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. He is the medical director of the Iowa Lions Eye Bank, the fellowship director of the cornea, external diseases and refractive surgery fellowship, and the Robert and Joell Brightfelt Professor of cornea researchThey discuss:-Dr. Greiner's road to ophthalmology and cornea.-Moving from California to Iowa.-The mission of the Lion's Eye Bank.-Dr. Greiner's current and ongoing research developments .-Residency applicants: How to stand out.-The musical mind of Dr. Greiner and...2021-09-3047 min
ON AIR WITH SANJAY SILWAL GUPTA#058 - Bilal Ahmed Shah & Nitika AcharyaStarting at an early age, Nikita Acharya, Co-Founder and CEO of Urban Girl, and Bilal Ahmed Shah, Founder and CEO of Latido, have exponentially scaled their brands in the respective industries. They are one of the true pioneers of the start-up ecosystem of Nepal and have consistently fostered entrepreneurship in our country!2021-09-281h 07
Honestly BilalEquity in Ophthalmology-Episode 2In this episode of our Equity in Ophthalmology series, host Arhem Barkatullah sits down to chat with Dr. Bryn Burkholder from the Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Burkholder is the author of chapter 1 of the book, Women in Ophthalmology. (link: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030593346)2021-09-1332 min
Freshly GroundedEpisode 246: Bilal SayoudEpisode 247 with Bilal Sayoud, who has actually been part of current events recently. They talk about football very briefly before getting to know each other on a personal level through The Game. Be sure to listen till the end where Faisal let’s out that the listeners might be in for a surprise with episode 250 nearing! 📦 GET THE FRESHLY GROUNDED CARD GAME: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com/prod... 💪 Support Freshly Grounded & Our Work: https://www.patreon.com/freshlygrounded ------ OUR FREE ONLINE COURSES 📚NEW: Automate Your Brand: Time-Saving Ways to Grow your Socia...2021-09-031h 12
Deen & Dunya(OP)BOKSEN TEGEN DE WERELD! - D&D PODCAST #32 MET WAHHAB AHMEDEen echte knock-out podcast sessie met Wahhab Ahmed. Een professioneel bokser met Pakistaanse roots. Oké, hij dient nog enkel een licentie aan te vragen. De corona-maatregelen hadden roet in het eten gegooid.
Bilal durft hem toch aan de tand te voelen door in te gaan over zijn verloop als bokser, hoe de bokswereld in elkaar steekt en waarom hij zijn brood wilt verdienen met dit levensgevaarlijke beroep waar ook Islamitische haken en ogen aan zitten?
Tevens gaat Wahhab ook in op zijn stichting Robina, vernoemd naar zijn moeder, en hun welzijnswerkzaamheden in Pakistan.
A...2021-07-271h 26
Honestly BilalEquity in Ophthalmology-Episode 1In this premiere episode of Equity in Ophthalmology, we sit down with the Co-Editors of the newly released book, Women in Ophthalmology. Dr. Christina Weng and Dr. Audina Berrocal give us an insight into how their bond, background, and current roles today spurred the concept of this passion project to come to fruition. We hear the story of their journey in the field as women in ophthalmology, what we all can bring to the conversation, and the core message of this work from various leaders who contributed.From now until September 22, you can receive a discount by contacting christina.weng...2021-07-1139 min
Branding Deep Dive with Ahmed Cheema18. Branding a Muslim Fraternity with Shaheer Ali, Hammad Fazlani, and Bilal AyubALM is the first muslim interest fraternity in America, and our guests on this episode are Shaheer Ali, Hammad Fazlani, and Bilal Ayub who have all been a part of the ALM leadership team at different points in the journey. The story of ALM is unique because most organizations spend a long time trying to get visibility and brand recognition and by the time they get there they have already experienced the ups and downs of the journey. ALM quite literally stumbled on to the scene with major media coverage from the beginning and had to learn a...2021-07-061h 24Honestly BilalA Chat with S.K. Steven Houston III, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Steve Houston of the Florida Retina Institute about his path from engineering to ophthalmology and eventually vitreoretinal surgery. We discuss:-Telemedicine advances in the era of COVID-19 in relation to ophthalmology.-The future of telementoring through remote surgical viewing.-Entrepreneurship and innovation as a niche for budding ophthalmologists and Dr. Houston’s startup, HealTheia.2021-07-031h 12Honestly BilalA Chat with Benjamin Young, MD, MSIn this episode, I chat with Benjamin Young, MD, MS. As a current vitreoretinal surgery fellow at the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center, Dr. Young and I discuss:-His journey in ophthalmology and advice from his training days as a resident at Yale.-The origin of the Eyes For Ears podcast.-Advice for those going through the virtual match.-Tips for podcasting.You can follow Dr. Young on Twitter @BenjaminKYoung. You can also follow the Eyes For Ears podcast on Twitter and Instagram @Eyes4Ears for all the latest episode releases!2021-06-1625 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Brandon McKenzie, MS3In this episode, Chris Cho sits down and interviews future colleague and rising MS4 Brandon McKenzie. Brandon is a medical student applying for residency in ophthalmology this fall and attends school at Howard University. Check out his chat with Chris as they discuss:(1) How Brandon got interested in ophthalmology and his experience being a scribe (2) Putting together a webinar for aspiring ophthalmologists with Dr. Rob Melendez, Dr. Ninita Brown, and Dr. Katrina Loy (3) Brandon's interests in ophthalmology including potential subspecialties (4) How he keeps sane in medical school by exercising and playing chess2021-06-0724 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Grayson Armstrong, MD, MPHIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Grayson Armstrong. Dr. Armstrong is a clinical fellow in ophthalmic telemedicine at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. During the 2019–2020 academic year, Dr. Armstrong served as the chief resident in ophthalmology and the director of the ocular trauma service at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. Dr. Armstrong was elected to the American Medical Association Board of Trustees in June 2019. He also active within the Massachusetts Medical Society, serving on its Resident and Fellow Section governing council, and within the Massachusetts Society of Eye Physicians and Surg...2021-05-2723 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Ravi Goel, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Ravi Goel of Wills Eye Surgical Network in Cherry Hill, NJ. Dr. Goel is a cataract and refractive surgeon who is a renowned leader in advocacy within the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Medical Association. He is a skilled expert in establishing a social media presence within the field of ophthalmology and has delivered several lectures on a national level with regards to this topic.We discuss:-Tips for medical students and trainees from the reflections of his own journey in ophthalmology.-His blog ProtectingSight.com and how lifelong learning is...2021-05-0526 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Emily Xu, medical studentIn this episode, Chris Cho (MS3, lead host of Honestly Bilal's med student section) chats with his classmate Emily Xu. Emily is an MS3 at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Emily discusses:-Her interest in ophthalmology-Being a lead writer with The Lens: Ophthalmology Research Newsletter and the respective upcoming podcast-Research in glaucoma-Hobbies including dance!You can follow Emily on Twitter @emxumed and on Instagram @emxu.med2021-04-2419 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Ned Lu, medical studentIn this episode, I chat with Ned Lu. Ned is a medical student at Harvard Medical School. He is finishing up a research year in the Harvard Retinal Imaging Lab before applying to residency this upcoming fall in ophthalmology. We discuss:-Ned's interest in ophthalmology-How his experience taking a research year has been-Diversity and other initiatives in the Harvard Retinal Imaging Lab-Tennis and the future of the men's tour!2021-03-3010 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Gabriella Schmuter, medical studentIn this episode, I chat with Gabriella Schmuter. Gabby is a current MS3 and incoming residency applicant in ophthalmology. We discuss her interest in the field, her recent publication about the role of social media in the Journal of Academic Ophthalmology, her public speaking background/tips for others, and her food review Instagram page! You can follow Gabby on Instagram at @gabbyschmuter and her food review page @gabbyschoiceny.2021-03-1816 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Dr. GlaucomfleckenIn this episode, I chat with medicine's favorite comedian and ophthalmologist, Dr. Glaucomflecken. We discuss....-Discovering ophthalmology and why it is the best specialty.-The creative process of making TikToks.-Content creation: overcoming negative criticism.-The importance of humor and self-expression within medicine.-Overcoming health issues to advocate for young adults with cancer through First Descents.-Training as a former ophthalmology resident at the University of Iowa: Why finding a program that feels like a family matters.You can follow Dr. Glaucomflecken on Twitter @DGlaucomflecken and on TikTok @DrGlaucomflecken.For more information on how you can give back to First...2021-03-0531 minHonestly BilalReflections on the 2021 Ophthalmology MatchIn this episode, I chat with former guests and recently matched applicants in the 2021 ophthalmology residency cycle. Listen in on what we learned, what worked well, advice for incoming applicants, and other takeaways from the virtual interview cycle.Panel Bilal Ahmed (Twittee: bilal_1712)-MS4 University of Toledo -Incoming resident at the University of IowaSanah Aslam (Twitter-@Sanah_Aslam)-MS4 Medical College of Georgia-Incoming resident at the Kresge Eye Institute.Victoria Ly (Twitter-@Victoriavly)-MS4 University of Arkansas-Incoming resident at UT Southwestern.Ankur Parikh (Twitter-@AnkurAParikh)-MS4 Northeast Ohio Medical University-Incoming resident at University of Cincinnati2021-02-2631 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Jay Sridhar, MDIn celebration of this 50th episode of Honestly Bilal, co-host Ankur Parikh (MS4 NEOMED) and I chat with our mentor Dr. Jay Sridhar.Dr. Sridhar is an Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and the Associate Residency Program Director at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Sridhar is also the creator and host of the award-winning podcast, Straight From The Cutter's Mouth: A Retina Podcast. With over 280 episodes, the series provides an educational platform from which listeners can learn informative and insightful perspectives from the world of vitreoretinal surgery. We discuss Dr. Sridhar's biggest advice for medical students interested in ophthalmology...2021-02-1925 minHonestly BilalA Chat with José-Alain Sahel, MDIn this episode, I chat with José-Alain Sahel, MD. Dr. Sahel is the chair and Distinguished Professor of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, director of the UPMC Eye Center, and the Eye and Ear Foundation Endowed Chair of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sahel studied medicine at University Denis Diderot, Paris VII, and Ophthalmology at University Louis Pasteur Strasbourg University. He received his medical degree with a Medal of the Faculty of Paris and obtained his specialty certification in ophthalmology. He completed a residency in Ophthalmology at the Louis Pasteur University Hospital in Strasbourg. He a...2021-02-1518 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Ian Seddon, medical studentIn this episode, I chat with Ian Seddon from Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Ian is a third-year medical student at NOVA Southeastern University and plans to pursue a career in ophthalmology. We discuss Ian's interest in ophthalmology, what he expects from clerkships this year, and how his college days of being a rower draw parallel to what he sees is crucial in being a team player in ophthalmology. You can follow Ian on Twitter @IanSeddon407.2021-01-2618 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Anapatricia Maldonado Cerda, MDIn this episode, I chat with Anapatricia Maldonado Cerda, MD, a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. Ana bravely shares her inspiring story of facing setbacks by not matching in ophthalmology in the previous application cycle and what she has done to overcome it. We discuss how processing that experience felt in that moment and how she got back on her feet with her loved ones' support. Ana describes how she pivoted to spark her comeback for this current cycle and the advice she has for anyone who might face a similar outcome down the road. We...2021-01-1426 min
The Sound of SocialHow I Gained 1.6 Million Subscribers & Became The NETFLIX For Pets | The Sound of SocialIn this episode, I am joined by Amman Ahmed, founder of Music For Pets. We talk about this exciting business which has been referred to as the “Netflix for pets”, the importance of watch time over subscriber count and how Amman started a million-pound business from the ground up.
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ammanah...2021-01-1126 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Nicolas Yannuzzi, MDIn this episode, I am joined by Nicolas Yannuzzi, MD. Dr. Yannuzzi is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and a vitreoretinal surgeon at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL.We discuss Dr. Yannuzzi's early background and non traditional path in oncology, finance, and ultimately how he came to ophthalmology with an interest in retina. Dr. Yannuzzi details his experience training at Bascom Palmer as one of the Chief Residents and how this experience shaped him for his fellowship there as well. We discuss his approach to staffing fellows, the differences in learning styles applicants to residency in op...2021-01-0934 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Kalla Gervasio, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Kalla Gervasio, who resides as one of the Chief Residents at Wills Eye Hospital. Dr. Gervasio shares her journey into ophthalmology and what led her to pursue two fellowships in neuro-ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery upon completion of her residency training this year. Dr. Gervasio describes these two subspecialties and what makes them unique for any medical student interested in ophthalmology who may not have heard of them. We discuss how she is the co-founder of the Journal of Narrative Vision, her previous background studying the classical humanities, and how all this experience ties int...2020-12-3120 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Edmund Tsui, MDIn this episode, I chat with Edmund Tsui, MD. Dr. Tsui is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at UCLA, where he specializes in uveitis. We discuss Dr. Tsui's early exposure to ophthalmology through his undergrad research. Dr. Tsui also shares his experiences with the collaborative nature of working in uveitis, an area many medical students may not know much about within the field of ophthalmology. From there, we discuss Dr. Tsui's work as a social media editor of numerous academic journals and how he sees these networks as potential avenues for sharing cited studies and educational or mentorship purposes. Finally, Dr. Tsu...2020-12-2817 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Michael Klufas, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Michael Klufas. Dr. Klufas is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University and a Vitreoretinal Surgeon on the Retina Service at Wills Eye Hospital with Mid Atlantic Retina. Dr. Klufas discusses his journey into ophthalmology and his reflections on his career path. As a vitreoretinal surgeon and reviewer of surgical videos for Eyetube, Dr. Klufas walks through a recent case, representing some of the technology and techniques commonly used in his specialty. With his recent induction this year into the Retina Society, Dr. Klufas shares his experience with key mentors who ha...2020-12-2029 minHonestly BilalA Chat with John Miller, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. John Miller. Dr. Miller is the Director of the Retinal Imaging and the Associate Director of the Vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is also an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School. We discuss Dr. Miller's work in the retinal imaging lab and the focus on bringing together the brightest minds at all training levels from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Miller leads his field in 3D telementoring in vitreoretinal surgery, broadcasting opportunities for trainees at institutions worldwide to watch live-streamed vitreoretinal surgeries. You can follow Dr. Miller...2020-12-1116 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Alexis Warren, MDIn this episode, I chat with Alexis Warren, MD. Dr. Warren is one of the Chief Residents in ophthalmology at the University of Iowa. We discuss her beginnings in ophthalmology and how she is now pursuing a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery. Dr. Warren reflects on her experience training at the University of Iowa and what she has learned in being a leader as a chief resident for her junior residents while taking on more responsibility in the OR and clinic with the patients she serves. With a passion for advocacy, she encourages medical students to continue to take ownership of...2020-12-0314 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Richard Davidson, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Richard Davidson. Dr. Davidson is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado. He resides as the Co-medical Director of the Rocky Mountains Lions Eye Bank, the Co-director for the Cornea/External Disease and Refractive surgery fellowship, and the Vice-Chair for Clinical Affairs and Quality at UCHealth Eye Centers. We discuss Dr. Davidson's beginnings in ophthalmology and what drew him to pursue his subspecialty of cornea. As a former Director of Medical Student Education for the Department of Ophthalmology, Dr. Davidson gives insights on how medical students in their preclinical years can tak...2020-11-2618 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Robert Swan, MDIn this episode, I chat with Robert Swan, MD. Dr. Swan is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at SUNY Upstate in Syracuse, New York where he is also the Ophthalmology Residency Program Director and a specialist in uveitis.We discuss he path to the profession, his specialty of uveitis, exciting updates about the program, and what kind of candidate would make a great fit in the residency program.For more information on the residency program including a virtual tour, click here: https://www.upstate.edu/eye/education/residency/index.php2020-11-2026 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Yoshihiro Yonekawa, MDIn this episode, I chat with Yoshihiro Yonekawa, MD. Dr. Yonekawa is a pediatric and adult retinal surgeon at Wills Eye Hospital and Mid Atlantic Retina and resides as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. We discuss his early fascination with microsurgery and how the mentorship of Dr. Paul Chan, a former guest of the show and current Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, was instrumental in introducing him to pediatric retina. Dr. Yonekawa shares what makes the field of pediatric retina so unique within...2020-11-1335 min
CM Conversations“Politicians need to approve chemical recycling if they’re serious about sustainability.”In this episode, Bilal Ahmed, our specialist recruiter in the waste and recycling markets for CM Industrial, was joined by two representatives from Biofrabrik Technologies: COO Marc Fröse and CTO Benjamin Richter.Biofabrik are an innovative German company that have some truly pioneering technologies in green chemicals and waste-to-energy.Their environmentally friendly, sustainable solutions could transform the waste and energy sectors, combating global issues like the plastics crisis.Here’s what the three of them discussed in their CM Conversation.If you'd like to speak to Bilal about the podcast, ple...2020-11-1123 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Ike Ahmed, MD, FRCSCIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Ike Ahmed. As a world-renowned leader in ophthalmology and the founder of what is known as Microinvasive Glaucoma Surgery or MIGS, Dr. Ahmed has approached innovation in his own way by breaking down barriers. With an accomplished career in Canada, he continues to be a leader in North America and worldwide in the medical/surgical approach of managing complex eye disease. You can learn more about Dr. Ahmed's work at the Prism Eye Institute and read more about his many accolades here: https://www.prismeyeinstitute.com/about/our-doctors/dr-ike-ahmed/. You can watch over 140 of Dr...2020-11-0622 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Lindsay De Andrade, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Lindsay De Andrade. Dr. De Andrade is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Iowa. As an alum of the University of Iowa's medical school and ophthalmology residency program, she shares her perspective on strengths of one of the nation's top-ranked residency programs. Dr. De Andrade discusses how she came to find her specialty of choice in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery. She also discusses her involvement in the Women in Ophthalmology Conference and how the University of Iowa has a strong tradition of supporting trainees and faculty involved in advocacy...2020-10-3016 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Rishi Singh, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Rishi Singh. Dr. Singh is a Staff Surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic's Cole Eye Institute, the Medical Director of Informatics at the Cleveland Clinic, and an Associate Professor at the Lerner College of Medicine. We start by discussing Dr. Singh's journey into ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery. Dr. Singh shares insights into what big data means in the healthcare landscape and what the Cleveland Clinic is doing to lead the charge in innovation and analysis for improving care. As a leading member of the Retina World Congress, Dr. Singh gives us his take on...2020-10-2529 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Preeya Gupta, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Preeya Gupta. As an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology specializing in Cornea and External Disease at Duke University, Dr. Gupta shares insights on her story in ophthalmology and her expertise in dry eye disease. She discusses finding a niche, the importance of persistence and grit, and why staying true to your authentic self is the key to making a difference and honing creativity. You can follow Dr. Gupta on Twitter @preeyakgupta. Be sure to check out her website, www.preeyagupta.com. You can also follow Duke Eye Center on Twitter at @dukeeyecenter.2020-10-2216 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Alice C. Lorch, MD, MPHIn this episode, I chat with Alice C. Lorch, MD, MPH. Dr. Lorch is the Program Director for the Ophthalmology Residency Training Program and an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School (HMS). She is also the Associate Chief of Quality for the Department of Ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear (MEEI). Dr. Lorch shares her journey in ophthalmology as a Harvard Medical School alum and former Chief Resident of the HMS/MEEI residency program. Now, as Program Director, Dr. Lorch has lead the program in new and exciting directions with the virtual surgical training curriculum and initiatives focused...2020-10-1819 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Nimesh Patel, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Nimesh Patel. Dr. Patel is a vitreoretinal surgeon in adult and pediatric retina at Mass. Eye and Ear and Boston Children's Hospital. He is also a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical SchoolWe discuss Dr. Patel's path to ophthalmology and his experiences completing his residency and fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Patel was instrumental in developing Bascom Palmer's Instagram page and explains why social media is an excellent educational platform. He also shares key insights into the residency interview process from the selection committee's perspective and general advice for applicants. Finally...2020-10-1523 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Eduardo Alfonso, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Eduardo Alfonso, MD. As the Director of the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Dr. Alfonso shares his origin story in ophthalmology. We discuss his appproach to servant leadership, the importance of social media, and how Bascom Palmer continues to push the envelope in ophthalmic care and explore new horizons.You can follow Dr. Alfonso on Twitter at @ealfonsobpei and you can follow the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute on Twitter and Instagram at @bascompalmereye.2020-10-1119 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Sanah Aslam, medical studentIn this episode, I chat with Sanah Aslam. Sanah is a fourth-year medical student at the Medical College of Georgia and recently applied for residency in ophthalmology. We discuss Sanah's path to finding ophthalmology and how her passion for neuroscience and drew her to the field. Sanah shares some experiences from her ophthalmology rotation at her medical school and how she had a blast taking call with the residents. We discuss her love of animals, how she missed out on meeting Hasan Minhaj TWICE, and what she's watching on Netflix these days. You can follow Sanah on Twitter at @Sanah...2020-10-0820 minHonestly BilalA Chat with William Park, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. William Park, MD. As program director for the ophthalmology residency program and Clinical Assistant Professor at Loyola University, Dr. Park provides his insights on the program's culture and what he is looking for in applicants. Dr. Park is an alum of the residency program and resides as the director of ophthalmology alumni affairs for Loyola University. He is also the clinic director for the eye clinic at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital. You can follow Loyola's ophthalmology residency program on Instagram @loyola_ophthalmology and check out the program's website below to learn more...2020-10-0508 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Luis Berrocal, MD-PGY-1In this episode, I chat with Dr. Luis Berrocal, MD PGY-1 at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Luis and I discuss his interest in ophthalmology and how he felt the calling to pursue the specialty. He shares what drew him as an applicant to UIC and what he believes applicants should keep in mind when thinking of programs that fit who they are as a person. Luis shares some advice for the upcoming interview season, and we finish off talking about some tennis! Luis can be reached at lacaba2@uic.edu, and you c...2020-10-0422 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Peter MacIntosh, MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Peter MacIntosh, M.D. from the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine (UIC). Dr. MacIntosh and I discuss his journey into ophthalmology and his origin story. As the current ophthalmology residency program director, he shares exciting updates going on at UIC and the focus of global health partnerships available throughout each year of training. Dr. MacIntosh touches on the family atmosphere at UIC and what he is looking for in applicants who would make a great fit.You can learn more about the residency...2020-09-3008 min
The Golden AgeEpisode 3: Run(ing): Featuring Takwah AhmedJoin me this week as I talk with Takwah Ahmed, a runner who decided to carve her own path. We talk about the stresses of school, the art of running, and David Dobrik. Make sure to listen to previous episodes if you haven't already!
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bilal-bartaai/message2020-09-2857 minHonestly BilalA Chat with R.V. Paul Chan, MD, MSc, MBA, FACSIn this episode, I chat with Dr. R.V. Paul Chan, MD, MSc, MBA, FACS. Dr. Chan is the Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). We discuss Dr. Chan's calling to ophthalmology, finding an academic interest in retinopathy of prematurity, the importance of mentorship, being a founding member of the Vit-Buckle Society, and how the rich history of UIC is rooted in a tradition of improving the lives of people here and abroad. Dr. Chan shares his reflections on a professional journey...2020-09-2743 minHonestly BilalA Chat With Sayyada ”Maela” Hyder, medical studentIn this episode, I chat with Sayyada "Maela" Hyder. Maela is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine who recently applied for residency in ophthalmology. Maela shares her inspiring story about coming to America and overcoming the trials of a new language, a new healthcare system, and being the sole provider for her family. We discuss her journey working 80 hour work weeks while being enrolled in community college, her discovery of ophthalmology through her interest in gene therapy, and her community service work for the underserved. Maela has worked hard to get to where she...2020-09-1812 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Ogul Uner, medical studentIn this episode, I hang out with Ogul Uner. Ogul is a fourth-year medical student at Emory University who recently applied for residency in ophthalmology. From his days as a college student at UPenn after leaving his home country of Turkey, to reading journal articles about Retinoblastoma, Ogul's journey has been marked by a willingness to go above and beyond to satisfy his intellectual curiosity. Ogul has worked with researchers at Emory and abroad to collect data and publish in high impact academic journals such as JAMA oncology. Ogul continues to expand on his passion for ophthalmology by his other...2020-09-1319 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Audina Berrocal, MD and Thomas Albini, MDIn this episode of Honestly Bilal, I am joined by two guests: Dr. Audina Berrocal, M.D., and Dr. Thomas Albini, M.D. Both Dr. Berrocal and Dr. Albini are Professors of Clinical Ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. Dr. Berrocal is the Director of the Pediatric Retina Service and is also the Director of the Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship. Dr. Albini is the Co-Director of the Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship. We talk about coming from families in medicine, the recent passing of actor Chadwick Boseman and what defines purpose in a career, the early days of VBS...2020-09-091h 00Honestly BilalA Chat with Malik Kahook, MDIn this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Malik Kahook M.D. We discuss Dr. Kahook's journey to ophthalmology and specializing in glaucoma, which started in Akron, Ohio. As a former trainee and now Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado, Dr. Kahook discusses in detail the values and culture of the ophthalmology residency program. He resides as the Slater Family Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology, the Vice-Chair of Translational Research, the Chief of the Glaucoma Service, and the Co-Director of the Glaucoma Fellowship. World-renowned for his innovations and advancements in the industry, he discusses how the Kahook Dual Blade came to...2020-09-0319 min
dhaaniOral Hygeine, Immunity functions, Menopause & Stress - Dr. Bilal A Shaikh- Episode 75Our guest today is Dr. Bilal A Shaikh who graduated from the de’Montmorency college of dentistry Lahore in 1992 and started private clinical practice as an associate in Feb 1994. In 1998 he went for his post graduate, Masters programme in prosthodontics from Guys, kings & St’ Thomas’ school of Medicine, Dentistry & Biomedical sciences ( Now kings College London) . And now runs a private practice in lahore with a focus in Dental Implantology, prosthodontics & General dentistry and also a health care consultancy called Admoray solutions in Toronto , Canada. He was also a director of clinical training of a Swiss dental implant company called Biodenta Canada...2020-09-0137 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Jennifer Lindsey, MDOn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Jennifer Lindsey M.D. Dr. Lindsey is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute. Dr. Lindsey is also the Program Director for the Ophthalmology Residency Program.We discuss how her path to ophthalmology was born from early curiosities in high school biology and undergraduate research. Dr. Lindsey touches on the importance of the Women In Ophthalmology Society and what it means to her. She shares exciting features that make Vanderbilt a fantastic place to train for residency. We also get an insight into what she is looking for in...2020-08-3020 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Chad Lewis, MPH, medical studentIn this episode, I am joined by Chad Lewis, MPH. Chad is a fourth-year medical student at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth who is applying for residency in ophthalmology this fall. Chad has a story of resilience, determination, service, and passion. We discuss his early upbringing in the Bay Area and how the loss of his father at a young age framed his views on health disparities and helped guide him on his journey to where he is today. Chad's time in the Marines was spent in places around the world including Southeast Asia, Iraq, and New Orleans...2020-08-2631 minHonestly BilalA Chat with John Kitchens, MDIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. John Kitchens MD. Dr. Kitchens is a world-renowned name in vitreoretinal surgery and has trained at top-ranked institutions such as the University of Iowa and the Bascom Palmer Eye Institue. He is a partner at Retina Associates of Kentucky, a private practice of 15 retina specialists. The practice participates in a joint vitreoretinal surgery fellowship with the University of Kentucky and has trained some of the best surgeons in the world.We talk about Dr. Kitchens' formative experiences as a young college student who struggled in school, his fate encounter with finding his...2020-08-2337 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Daniel Moore, MDIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Daniel Moore MD. Dr. Moore is a Glaucoma specialist, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, and Program Director of the Ophthalmology Residency Program at the University of Kentucky. We talk about the new and only nationwide residency track in Global Ophthalmology UK is offering, the collegial culture and attitude of the program and department, what Dr. Moore looks for in applicants, and his advice for applicants in this unusual application cycle. You can follow the University of Kentucky's Ophthalmology Residency Program on Instagram @ukophthalmology to see the program up close with the day to da...2020-08-2017 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Thomas Oetting MD, MSIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Thomas Oetting MD, MS. Dr. Oetting is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Iowa where he serves as Program Director of the Ophthalmology Residency Program, the Rodolfo N. Perez Jr, MD, and Margaret Perez Professor in Ophthalmology Education, and Deputy Director of the VA Medical Center Surgical ServiceWe talk about his background in engineering and his time in the military, the idea of being the "Captain Of Your Own Ship" at the University of Iowa and what that means, the faculty who are dedicated to the education of the...2020-08-1537 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Meghana Kalavar, medical studentIn this episode, I am joined by fourth year medical student Meghana Kalavar. Meghana is an alum of Johns Hopkins University where she did her undergraduate studies and Master’s degree in public health. Meghana is currently a student at the University of Miami School of Medicine. This fall, she will be applying for residency training in ophthalmology. Meghana has had a variety of unique professional experiences from being a consultant for a public health initiative in Canada and India, to researching gender disparities and their impact in the field of ophthalmology. Recently, she was a published author with researchers at...2020-08-1218 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Rohit Ross Lakhanpal, MD, FACSIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Rohit Ross Lakhanpal MD F.A.C.S. Dr. Lakhanpal is a renowned expert in the medical and surgical management of vitreoretinal disease. His contributions to the field have made major impacts in the use of 25 gauge vitrectomy surgery and the use of intraocular retinal prosthesis. Dr. Lakhanpal was appointed by OSN as one of the Top 150 Medical and Surgical Retina Innovators in North America. Dr. Lakhanpal is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American...2020-08-0841 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Andrea Tooley, MDIn this episode, I'm joined by my guest Dr. Andrea Tooley MD. Upon completing her residency at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Tooley went on to complete a fellowship in Oculoplastic Surgery and Orbital Disease at Cornell University before coming back to Rochester, Minnesota to join the faculty at the Mayo Clinic as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology. Dr. Tooley has had an illustrious career followed by thousands around the world through her blog, website, Youtube Channel, and Instagram page. This year, with the help of Dr. Janice Law MD and Dr. Usiwoma Abugo MD, the three came up with the...2020-08-0532 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Andrew Hendershot, MDIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Andrew Hendershot MD. Dr. Hendershot is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center where he serves as Program Director for the Ophthalmology Residency Program. We talk about his non-traditional path to getting into ophthalmology residency, what are the challenges and rewards of being a program director, his advice for ophthalmology residency applicants this cycle, what he is looking for in applicants for his program at The Ohio State, and finally what he is excited about going on at OSU's program that makes it a great place...2020-08-0126 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Harris Ahmed DO-PGY1, MPHIn this episode, I catch up with Dr. Harris Ahmed DO, MPH. We virtually met through a chance encounter on Twitter and since then have collaborated on a webinar which had over 200 attendees from 9 different countries. Harris is a leader in health policy for the next generation of physicians. In medical school he even was an extra in a movie with Chris Hemsworth! You can follow him on Twitter @drharrislakers2020-08-0134 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Prithvi Mruthyunjaya, MDIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Radiation Oncology at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Mruthyunjaya is the Director of Ocular Oncology and the Director of the Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship Program. We talk about his early path to medicine and ophthalmology, the role of serendipity and seizing opportunities, how a constant bit of self-doubt leads to going the extra step in patient care with humility, and his journey from Duke to England to now being at Stanford. You can follow Dr. Mruthyunjaya on Twitter @eyeamprithvi. Like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoy...2020-07-2941 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Rukhsana Mirza MDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Rukhsana Mirza MD, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Medical Education at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We discuss her path to the field of ophthalmology and medical retina, her take on the effects COVID-19 has had on prospective applicants for residency in ophthalmology, what she herself looks for in applicants, and how to make an application stand out. Dr. Mirza is a renowned leader in medical education within ophthalmology. In 2016, she was awarded by the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology the "Excellence in Medical Student Education Award". Dr. Mirza is a...2020-07-2527 minHonestly BilalA Chat with David Wu MD PhDIn this episode, I chat with Dr. David Wu MD PhD, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Johns Hopkins University's Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Wu is a vitreoretinal surgeon and scientist who balances making breakthroughs in gene therapy related to retinal disease, and training fellows in dealing with complex retinal surgery. We talk about his journey in the field from an early interest in research, his approach to teaching and mentorship, how he overcame any doubts about himself in his career, and how his kids are keeping him busy these days. Like, comment, subscribe on Youtube, Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify...2020-07-2219 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Gary Wörtz MDMy guest in this episode is Dr. Gary Wörtz MD. He is a renowned name in the field of cataract and refractive surgery in ophthalmology. He is the host of one of the biggest podcasts in ophthalmology, "Ophthalmology Off the Grid", Chief Medical Advisor for Omega Ophthalmics, and the Editor in Chief of "MillenialEye". Dr. Wörtz is based in Lexington, Kentucky and we met via Twitter after I reached out to him, as a fellow Kentuckian, a couple months ago. I explained how "Off the Grid" was the influence for me to make a professional Twitter account, he th...2020-07-1628 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Victoria Ly, medical studentIn this episode, I hang out with Victoria Ly. As a now fourth year medical student at the University of Arkansas, Victoria is applying for residency in ophthalmology this fall. We chatted about how she found her interest in the field, and her recent rotation experience at her home program. Victoria loves to cook and hangout with her little sister Sophia, who is also in medical school there with her! It was so fun getting to bond over how Dads can be the most loyal fanbase and her love of the hit Netflix special "Ozark" (which she still needs to...2020-07-0816 minHonestly BilalA Chat with Tim Steinemann, MD PART 2In this episode, Dr. Tim Steinemann MD returns to talk overcoming adversity and challenges through grit, what ophthalmology applicants should look for in a residency program, his journey in advocacy and policy making, the importance of branding, and the challenges the millennial generation faces ahead in ophthalmology. Dr. Steinemann is an accomplished ophthalmologist, cornea specialist, educator, advocate, and mentor. He practices in Cleveland, Ohio at MetroHealth and is an affiliate of Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Steinemann has consistently won "Instructor of The Year" by the ophthalmology residents at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute who he regularly oversees while...2020-07-0529 minHonestly BilalEpisode 5: A Chat with Angie Choudhury, medical student, and Eileen Bowden, MDIn this episode, I get to hang with Angie Choudhury and her sister, Eileen Choudhury Bowden. Angie is a rising fourth-year medical student at the University of Texas-Rio Grande applying for residency in ophthalmology this fall, while Eileen is finishing up her fellowship in Glaucoma at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami. These two share both a sisterly bond and love for ophthalmology, but also support each other for who they are as individuals. I had a blast laughing with them and getting to know them as people. Angie's persistence to seek opportunities in ophthalmology...2020-07-0127 minHonestly BilalEpisode 4: A Chat with Melissa Yuan, medical studentIn this episode, I meet and talk with Melissa Yuan. Melissa is a rising fourth year medical student at Cornell University and graduated from Harvard for her undergraduate education. We chat about her love of animals, how she found ophthalmology, her research experience in neuroscience, and her year abroad in Spain. Melissa is as down to earth as she is accomplished and it was a pleasure to hang with her on this virtual platform. I'm sure will be an asset to any residency program in the country next year. Until then, go do your thing this year and best of...2020-06-3029 minHonestly BilalEpisode 3: A Chat with Tim Steinemann, MDIn this episode, I sit down with a mentor who I have had the pleasure of getting to know through Twitter. Dr. Tim Steinemann is a Ophthalmic clinician, surgeon, researcher, and teacher. His specialty is focused on corneal disease and transplant. He practices at MetroHealth In Cleveland, Ohio and is an affiliate of Case Western Reserve University where he teaches residents in ophthalmology. He is a renowned advocate and voice in the ophthalmology community. It was my pleasure to have him talk about his insights on what mentorship and advocacy mean to him. His enthusiasm for ophthalmology is matched by hi...2020-06-2833 minHonestly BilalEpisode 1: A Chat with Ravi Parikh MD, MPHIn this premiere episode, I got to chat with Dr. Ravi Parikh from Manhattan Retina and Eye in New York City. We talked about his journey into ophthalmology, why he chose to specialize in treating retinal disease, the heroes who inspired him, and his passion for global health2020-06-2135 minHonestly BilalEpisode 2: A Chat with Arjun Watane, medical studentI sit down with my first medical student, Arjun Watane, a fourth year at the University of Miami School of Medicine on this episode of @HonestlyBilal. We talk about his life growing up in Florida, his love of statistics and ophthalmology, his innovative project he is in charge of with medical education, and our shared passion for tennis. Be on the look out for Arjun to make it big this year and do his thing, a great guy with a bright future. All the best Arjun, see you on the tennis court!2020-06-2122 min