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Making ContactExposed Part 2: the Human Radiation Experiments at Hunters Point from SF Public PressIn episode two of “Exposed” from our friends at the San Francisco Public Press, we explore a little-known chapter in San Francisco’s nuclear era: human experiments carried out to assess the health effects of radiation. Scientists from the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory, located at the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard, designed and executed at least 24 experiments that involved gathering data from humans — in some cases, injecting test subjects with radioisotopes or having them ingest fluids laced with trace amounts of radioactive materials. Even football players from the San Francisco 49ers were enrolled as test subjects in these so-called tracer studies.2025-02-1229 minMaking ContactExposed Part 1: the Human Radiation Experiments at Hunters Point from SF Public PressToday we present the first half of a two-part radio documentary from our friends at the San Francisco Public Press, “Exposed,” opening a window into the little-known history of the Hunters Point Naval Shipyard. The sprawling abandoned naval base, in San Francisco’s southeast waterfront Bayview neighborhood, is currently the site of the city’s largest real estate development project. The base played a key role in the Cold War nuclear era, when it housed a research institution known as the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory, which studied the human health effects of radiation. In episode one of the podc...2025-02-0529 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleSpherical Aberration and The EyeSpherical aberration is a term often used in ophthalmology and optometry, especially in relation to lens surgeries and intraocular lens design. Recently, IOL manufacturers have been manipulating spherical aberration as a tool to provide a greater range of vision, but rarely explaining the mechanism. Your OATR hosts, Dr Nick Andrew and Dr Ben LaHood, as always, discuss the simple things often overlooked and the complex things often ignored in the eye world. They take a deep dive into spherical aberration of the eye to provide you with a better understanding of an increasingly important topic for ophthalmologists and optometrists.2025-01-273h 14
Peer2Peer: The PodcastThe Future of IOL Calculations with Damien GatinelDr Ben LaHood, Prof Damien Gatinel, and Sam Carter discuss the latest advancements in RayTrace, including the integration of Gatinel’s PEARL-DGS formula. This new feature leverages AI to improve RayTrace’s predictive accuracy and optimise results by factoring in IOL curvature and effective lens position.
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Dr Ben LaHood, refractive cataract and laser vision correction surgeon from Australia, has gained international recognition for his extensive research on astigmatism management and biometry, which is regularly shared around the world. Additionally, Dr Ben LaHood is the host of two widely popular ophthalmology-themed podcasts.
Professor Dami...2025-01-0933 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastFrom Sir Ridley to Prof Lyra: Rayner’s 75-Year Journey to GalaxyCelebrating Rayner’s 75-year legacy of innovation since pioneering the first IOL alongside Sir Harold Ridley, host Dr Ben LaHood welcomes Rayner CEO Tim Clover and VP of R&D Nat Davies to discuss the company’s extraordinary journey. Together, they delve into Rayner’s commitment to partnering with surgeons, the development of breakthrough technologies like the new RayOne Galaxy spiral IOL, and the company’s unwavering focus on advancing cataract and refractive surgery innovation.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended...2024-11-2627 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastGalaxy: First Clinical ExperiencesHost Dr Ben LaHood welcomes Mr Allon Barsam and Ms Purvi Thomson from OCL Vision in London to discuss their first clinical experiences with the new RayOne Galaxy spiral IOL. They delve into the innovative science and technology behind the lens, which provides a full range of vision with minimal dysphotopsia. They also share insights from their first implantations and discuss the promising early results.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any...2024-10-2818 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastThe Different Ways RayPRO Can Benefit A SurgeonAt AUSCRS 2024, Dr Ben LaHood led a live podcast featuring Professor Paul Ursell, Dr Josefina Botta, and Mr Luke Anderson to explore the diverse advantages of the RayPRO tool for surgeons. Tune in to this 10-minute discussion to hear each surgeon’s unique perspective on its benefits.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothin...2024-09-0411 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastRayOne EMV in My US Practice: Billing Insights & Modern Patient BenefitsJoin Dr. Ben LaHood and Dr. Blake Williamson as they delve into RayOne EMV and its successful integration into Dr. Williamson's US practice. Learn why Dr. Williamson chooses this lens, how it enhances patient satisfaction, and the innovative billing strategies he employs. Whether you're a US surgeon looking to optimize your financial strategy or interested in modern patient care solutions, this episode provides valuable insights into the benefits and outcomes of using RayOne EMV. Discover how this lens stands out in a busy practice and why it's a strong choice for today's patients.
Th...2024-07-3032 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastThe Sophi Story 4 years in, with Dr Erik MertensWhat factors drive a surgeon to switch to a different phaco system? Is it about customising settings to match your preferences, ensuring seamless integration with your operating team, or optimising efficiency? Following Rayner's recent acquisition of Sophi, Dr Ben LaHood delves into these questions with Dr Erik Mertens, who has been using the Sophi Phaco System for four years. In this insightful conversation, Dr Mertens shares his experiences and highlights the innovative features of the Sophi system that are inspiring surgeons worldwide to make the switch.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. T...2024-06-0520 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastThe Sophi Story: 4 years in, with Dr Erik MertensWhat factors drive a surgeon to switch to a different phaco system? Is it about customising settings to match your preferences, ensuring seamless integration with your operating team, or optimising efficiency? Following Rayner's recent acquisition of Sophi, Dr Ben LaHood delves into these questions with Dr Erik Mertens, who has been using the Sophi Phaco System for four years. In this insightful conversation, Dr Mertens shares his experiences and highlights the innovative features of the Sophi system that are inspiring surgeons worldwide to make the switch.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. T...2024-06-0420 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastGlaucoma Patients: Benefits of RayOne EMVDr Ben LaHood and Dr Rajen Desai discuss the complexities of selecting the right IOL for patients with glaucoma. They emphasise the need for a personalised approach to IOL selection while taking into consideration a multitude of factors, such a disease severity, patient lifestyles, and pupil size.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothing presented in...2024-04-2524 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastEnhancing Patient Understanding in Cataract SurgeryHosted by Dr Ben LaHood, this special episode is in collaboration with Ophthalpreneurs and brings together the founder Amanda Cardwell Carones, alongside Mr Allon Barsam for an insightful discussion, sharing valuable insights on the crucial importance of enhancing patient counselling. Topics cover: mastering pre-surgery counselling, breaking communication barriers, and providing personalised care to achieve optimal outcomes in cataract and refractive surgery.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor...2024-02-1328 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastTailoring IOL Selection for Patient LifestylesDr Ben LaHood and Dr Cyres Mehta analyse patient lifestyles, occupations and personality types to tailor their IOL selection.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothing presented in this podcast is intended to give instruction or guidance on the use of any Rayner products; it is not designed to replace a surgeon's independent judgement about the...2024-01-2318 min
Global Loyalty Organisation PodcastGLO Loyalty Panel @ WAF: Emirates, Air France-KLM, Lufthansa, Etihad, Mastercard and Allianz Partners on latest in loyalty and loyalty solutions (Sept 2023)Key takeaways from GLO-hosted loyalty session with Dr. Nejib Ben-Khedher, Emirates, Ben Lipsey of Air France - KLM, Gerald Schloegl of Lufthansa/Miles & More, Bruce Lahood from Mastercard, Mark Potter from Etihad and Ricky Horwitz of Allianz Insurance discussing loyalty strategies in 2024 and beyond.2023-11-2839 min
SUSSEX BY THE SEA PODCASTSussex By The Sea Podcast | EP 111
EPISODE 111
DAVID SQUARE joins us to talk about his long running Reposs Non League Round Up Show, The Pitching In Southern League Goals Show, famous guests, podcast awards & the ins and outs of his matchday commentary from Enfield Town FC
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On Episode 111's FAN ROUNTABLE we are joined by special FAN guests ROB THOMPSON of Folkstone, STAN LAHOOD of Lewes and TERRY SCOTT of Margate, Gabriel Leytanis of Enfield & Jon Andrews of Canvey Island
Who with the #SBTSFanRT Boy...2023-11-251h 06
SUSSEX BY THE SEA PODCASTSussex By The Sea Podcast | EP 108
EPISODE 108
On the show this week
I join up with NED BRAXTON of the Brewing Brothers!!
(At his Ivyhouse lane Brewery & Tap room)
We talk his breweries growing relationship with Hastings United, the Brewing Brothers story and of course......BEER!!🍻😁
Then we have the #SBTSFanRT FAN ROUNDTABLE
Around the table today we have in the U's corner
Ian Grant
Ben Bennett
And representing the rest of th...2023-10-141h 14
CRST: The PodcastNavigating A-Constant Optimization and Surgically Induced AstigmatismHost Ben LaHood, MBChB, PGDipOphth, PhD, FRANZCO, FWCRS, and guest Florian T.A. Kretz, MD, FEBO, discuss optimizing the A-constant and surgically induced astigmatism in cataract surgery—two topics featured in CRST’s recent cover focus on astigmatism management. Together they delve into the multifaceted nature of A-constant optimization and the complex challenges of surgically induced astigmatism. For more insights on astigmatism management, read the July issue of CRST: https://crstoday.com/articles/july-2023/a-worthwhile-effort?single=true.2023-08-3023 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastRayOne EMV – Developing a Lens Perfect for *Almost* AnyoneRecorded at ASCRS, Dr Ben LaHood chats with Professor Graham Barrett who has made an extensive contribution to ophthalmology including Rayner’s RayOne EMV enhanced monofocal IOL.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Nothing presented in this podcast is intended to give instruction or guidance on the use of any Rayner products; it is not desig...2023-06-2030 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastAdvanced IOL OpticsRecorded at ASCRS, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Damien Gatinel dive deeply into advanced IOL optics and discuss the bench testing Gatinel has performed across a large number of the IOLs currently on the market. The results of this work empower ophthalmic surgeons to better predict the performance of different IOLs based on key factors such as asphericity, aspheric aberration (positive or negative), thickness, multifocality, aperture effect, lens placement and more.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer med...2023-06-0643 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastAstigmatism Management around the WorldDr Ben LaHood and Ms Lucia Pelosini discuss the effective strategies for managing astigmatism. They delve into key aspects such as patient assessment, selection processes, and the treatment of astigmatism in regular and irregular eyes. They also analyse the latest data on the RayOne EMV Toric and share invaluable insights to help achieve optimal outcomes with toric IOLs.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a s...2023-05-2322 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastTrue Blended Vision – How To Do It Right (Part 2)Mr Alastair Stuart and Dr Ben LaHood explore the advancements in technology that enable modified monovision. The discussion encompasses the utilisation of positive and negative spherical aberration, a comprehensive comparison between enhanced monofocal and trifocal IOLs, and valuable insights for surgeons striving to deliver optimal blended vision to patients who desire reduced reliance on eyeglasses.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a subst...2023-05-1213 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastTrue Blended Vision – How To Do It Right (part 1)Mr Alastair Stuart and Dr Ben LaHood explore the advancements in technology that enable modified monovision. The discussion encompasses the utilisation of positive and negative spherical aberration, a comprehensive comparison between enhanced monofocal and trifocal IOLs, and valuable insights for surgeons striving to deliver optimal blended vision to patients who desire reduced reliance on eyeglasses.
This podcast is provided for general information purposes only. The presenters’ views are their own. Nothing contained within this podcast is intended to offer medical advice for the treatment of any illness or disease, nor is it a subst...2023-05-0916 minPeer2Peer: The PodcastIOL Materials: What We Know TodayIn this episode of Peer2Peer: The Podcast, Professor Gerd Auffarth (Germany) explores IOL materials with Dr. Ben LaHood (Australia). Together, they dive into the widespread debate surrounding hydrophobic and hydrophilic lenses and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each, including material opacification and glistenings.
The disclaimer for this episode is available in the show notes at rayner.com/peer2peer
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Ophthalmology Against The RuleNucleus Disassembly Techniques in Cataract Surgery Including MiLoopDisassembling the lens nucleus is a crucial step during cataract surgery. Different techniques may be better suited to different cataract types, require more skill and ultimately make a difference in visual recovery and corneal health. Your Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts take a detailed look at the MiLoop technique and discuss the pros and cons of various phaco options including femto laser assisted, divide and conquer, and chop. As you'll hear, just like with nuclear fission, with great power comes great responsibility when choosing an option to split the nucleus.2023-02-191h 30Ophthalmology Against The RuleRetinal Detachment Risk in Lens SurgeryOphthalmologists are performing cataract and refractive lens exchange surgery in younger patients. One of the major risks that eye care professionals need to inform these patients about is retinal detachment yet the evidence to quote from has been scarce and confusing. How age, axial length, gender, and laser capsuotomy, impact the risk needs to be taken into account. So, your OATR hosts, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew take a deep dive into the topic to clarify what we should be considering and discussing with our patients before performing lens surgery. 2022-12-111h 21
The Second LookThe Second Look with Warren HillDr Warren Hill is a legend of IOL calculation and biometry. He has developed his own artificial intelligence IOL power calculation method; has had a role in developing many tools that we use every day; and continues to share his immense knowledge via his own website. Join us for a chat about the current state of biometry, lens calculation accuracy and much more, including Warren's background of classical art training and his love for flying military jets. 2022-11-031h 00
The Second LookThe Second Look with Vance ThompsonDr Vance Thompson is a well known and loved cataract and refractive surgeon from South Dakota, USA. He has continued to be at the forefront of the latest available technologies, running multiple FDA trials over many years. Vance has grown an extremely busy and successful practice while maintaining great company morale. Join us for a great chat about how he has managed this feat, gain insight into how his advice could help your business and learn from a wonderful human who inspired me to be a refractive surgeon with a research interest.2022-06-0539 min
Ophthalmology off the Grid by EyetubeInsights From an Australian OphthalmologistBlake Williamson, MD, MPH, and Gary Wörtz, MD, welcome Ben LaHood, MD, MBChB(dist), PGDipOphth(dist), FRANZCO, to learn his perspectives on the similarities and differences in ophthalmology from his side of the world in Adelaide, Australia. Dr. LaHood shares his path from medical student in New Zealand to his current position as an ophthalmic surgeon, his passion for achieving optimum outcomes in astigmatism management, and more. 2022-03-2455 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with David LockingtonDr David Lockington is an ophthalmologist from Glasgow, Scotland, who is changing the way we teach ophthalmic surgery. David's quest to improve training with use of simulation and model eyes makes a lot of sense when compared to the preparation of pilots and top athletes, so why not surgeons? David is the keynote speaker for this years RANZCO meeting, his entertaining presentations are always a crowd favourite. I'm sure that after listening to our chat, you will be updating the way you prepare for surgery too.2022-02-2854 min
ESCRS PodcastsEyeJc: Episode 20This is an audio recoding of Episode 20 of the ESCRS Online Journal Club, hosted by Artemis Matsou (Greece) and Imran Yusuf (UK) Our experts were Ben LaHood and Harry Roberts who discussed the following paper: Toric intraocular lens implantation vs. femtosecond laser-assisted arcuate keratotomy for correction of moderate astigmatism in cataract surgery: December 16, 2021 https://journals.lww.com/jcrs/Abstract/9000/Toric_intraocular_lens_implantation_vs_.99361.aspx2022-02-0951 minCRST: The PodcastTop Phaco SavesBen LaHood, MD, MBChB(dist), PGDipOphth(dist), FRANZCO, who served as a member of the judges' panel for CRST’s Phaco Saves video contest, joins grand prize winner Ahmed Assaf, MD, PhD, FRCS(Ed), and runner up Steven G. Safran, MD, to discuss the cases featured in their winning videos and how they stay calm during challenging situations in the OR.2022-01-2729 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleAntiseptics and the EyeAntiseptic preparation of the eye is an absolutely vital step of cataract surgery in order to prevent infection. This treatment must be balanced with minimising harm to the ocular surface. In true OATR style, we take a detailed look at the pros and cons of traditional iodine and more modern chlorhexidine antiseptic solutions. Getting these seemingly minor steps optimised helps to optimise outcomes for patients.2022-01-011h 12
Ophthalmology Against The RuleOmega-3 Supplements for Treating Dry EyeTreating dry eye disease is difficult. Trying to treat dry eye disease based on evidence can seem even harder. Omega-3 fatty acid supplements have been on a rollercoaster of popularity in treating dry eye. Evidence appeared to swing from indicating huge benefit to being similar to placebo. Your hosts, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew analyse the key studies to unravel all an optometrist or ophthalmologist needs to know about Omega-3 supplements to treat dry eye patients optimally. All this, along with the OATR entertainment you know and love.2021-10-041h 01
Ophthalmology Against The RuleNarrow Angle InterventionsOh, you thought we were finished talking about narrow angles? We were just getting warmed up! In this OATR episode, your hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew provide practical tips on interventions for treating narrow angles. Everything from tips on laser iridotomy to IOL calculation in short eyes. Part of our motto is "the simple things often overlooked" and this is definitely one of those topics that is rarely discussed but can make a huge difference to patient happiness and outcomes.2021-09-1245 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Marcus AngMarcus Ang is an ophthalmologist from Singapore who is the driving force behind the Young Ophthalmologist movement in the Asia Pacific region. Marcus has already achieved so much both clinically and as an academic at the Singapore National Eye Centre. He is passionate about helping those in training and their early career create a network to help each other and to raise awareness of their need for mentorship and support. After listening to my chat with Marcus, you will want to get involved in the Young Ophthalmologist movement too.2021-09-0341 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Ashvin AgarwalSeason two of The Second Look is kicking off with global star, ophthalmologist, Dr Ashvin Agarwal joining me for a chat about everything from innovation, his many contributions to eye surgery, and thoughts on subspecialisation. Ashvin is a global force in eye care, frequently speaking on international podiums and publishing research. He is also chief clinical officer for Dr Agarwal's eye hospital group from India. Ashvin's story will be sure to inspire you to try new techniques including his "single-pass, four-throw pupilloplasty". 2021-08-2938 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleNarrow AnglesOATR Season 2 is launched with everything you ever wanted to know about narrow angles. We had a lot to catch up on so if you're short on time, the main topic starts at 28 minutes! We received so many questions about narrow angles and glaucoma, cataract surgery, iridotomies and more that it was time your hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew covered this popular topic, as always with an evidence based approach for optometrists, ophthalmologists and all eye care professionals.2021-08-121h 27CRST: The PodcastThe Unhappy Patient: Management StrategiesJoin host Ben LaHood, MD, MBChB(dist), PGDipOphth(dist), FRANZCO; Jorge L. Alió, MD, PhD; Glenn I. Carp, MBBCH, FRCOphth (SA); and Radhika Rampat, MBBS, BSc (Hons), FRCOphth, as they respond to case examples of patients who were unhappy after cataract or refractive surgery and discuss the strategies they would use to manage expectations. Panelists also walk through best practices in counseling unhappy patients. 2021-08-0451 minThe Second LookThe Second Look with Carol ShieldsDr Carol Shields, world leading ocular oncologist joins me for a chat about her incredible career, being at the top of ophthalmology power lists, life at Wills Eye Hospital and being admitted to a basketball hall of fame. Carol is an amazing surgeon and academic who has dominated her specialty yet remains incredibly humble. I'm sure you'll enjoy this insight into her life and gain some practical tips along the way.2021-04-051h 09
The Second LookThe Second Look with Michael GogginAssociate Professor Michael Goggin is a cataract and refractive surgeon with a deep understanding of astigmatism. Regularly filling lecture halls at major conferences, his Goggin nomogram for toric IOL calculation is world class. He has been instrumental in providing the very best refractive IOL options to public hospital patients, really walking the talk of making every single cataract surgery a refractive procedure. Enjoy hearing what drives his passion for improving outcomes and pick up some practical pearls along the way. 2021-03-0742 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleResidual AstigmatismOATR is back for 2021 and we are kicking things off in style with everyone's favourite topic - astigmatism! There are a lot of rumours, myths and arguments around the topic of residual astigmatism after cataract surgery. Some say it gives a depth of focus; that it may be functionally beneficial; or that you can't do much about it as you should not flip the axis. Well your trusty OATR hosts, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew are here to consider the evidence and see whether we need to rid the world of residual astigmatism. Listen in to hear...2021-01-2651 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Ike AhmedDr Ike Ahmed, the one and only superstar of ophthalmology joins me for a chat. With his epic surgical videos, his insightful presentations and active social media, Ike has influenced nearly every facet of the eye world. As well as being known as an incredible surgeon at the cutting edge of anterior segment surgery, he is also known for being a rebel who thinks differently. This has helped to revolutionise the way we treat glaucoma and to push the frontiers of ophthalmology. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to hear how an outsider became the biggest force in...2021-01-2151 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Ashiyana NarianiDr Ashiyana Nariani is an absolutely inspirational ophthalmologist. Born and raised in the USA, she trained in cornea, refractive surgery and ocular oncology at Duke University as well as working with the World Health Organisation. Her passion to care for the underserved brought her to India where she strives not only to care for those less fortunate but teach her trainees about the importance of patient advocacy. She continues to be involved in global education and is someone we can all learn from in ophthalmology and in life.2020-12-2544 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Arthur CummingsDr Arthur Cummings is an ophthalmologist who is changing the way the world views refractive surgery. Arthur is a brilliant refractive surgeon in Dublin, Ireland who is well known for his research and publications. His eloquent writing simplifies the most complicated refractive topics. Arthur is passionate about driving the Refractive Surgery Alliance to revolutionise the image of refractive surgery by developing an incredible refractive fellowship program as well as a college of refractive surgery. Arthur has an incredible understanding of the role of ophthalmology in society that definitely deserves a second look.2020-11-0851 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Jacqui BeltzDr Jacqui Beltz, ophthalmologist, cornea, cataract and refractive surgeon from Melbourne, Australia joins me for a chat. You may know Jacqui from her many presentations and courses at meetings around the world about her state of the art corneal surgery and more recently small aperture IOLs, or you may have attended her very own conference, GenEYE! Jacqui is director of training in the state of Victoria and has revolutionised teaching of surgery with the introduction of high performance techniques more often seen on the sports field. I'm sure you will agree Jacqui Beltz deserves the second look and hopefully y...2020-10-1654 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Damien GatinelDamien Gatinel, world famous ophthalmologist, joins me for an amazing chat about his many talents. Damien is responsible for inventing the trifocal IOL. His detailed knowledge of optics is incredible and he has even come up with a new and improved classification system for aberrations. That would be enough for most people but he has also revolutionised our thinking about keratoconus with his "no rub, no cone" theory. Listen to one of the most brilliant minds in the eye world today explain his passions. I'm sure you will pick up a few new ideas for your practice too!2020-09-261h 09
The Second LookThe Second Look with Professor Doug KochIf you have anything to do with cataract surgery, you will know of Professor Doug Koch from Houston, Texas. Doug has had an influence on so many aspects of cataract surgery, from rediscovering the posterior cornea, IOL calculation tools on the ASCRS website and he is even responsible for a popular phaco chopper you may be using. Doug is an amazing teacher and surgeon with a deep understanding of optics and a passion for improving ophthalmology. Don't let his soothing accent relax you too much or you'll miss out on a second look at one of the most interesting...2020-09-1838 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with Dr Ivo FerreiraIvo Ferreira is an ophthalmology superstar who is absolutely passionate about teaching cataract surgery. Ivo runs the Ophthalmology University where he uses the latest techniques to teach ophthalmologists cataract surgery. Ivo's teaching style stands out as he focuses not just on practical skills but also on the mental side of surgery. His phacomentors program material is enjoyed by thousands around the world. Ivo is a selfless, revolutionary teacher whose work deserves a second look. Links to his courses and material can be found via our instagram page @thesecondlookpodcast2020-09-1041 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleMyopia Progression - The evidence for treatmentMyopia progression is a major concern in the worlds of optometry, ophthalmology and the world in general with a predicted 5 billion people being myopic by 2050. The concern is not just needing glasses, but retinal detachment, myopic macula degeneration and blindness. The evidence for how to slow down myopia progression, especially around atropine dosing has been murky. So your hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew clear up the evidence and discuss why treatment is so important.2020-09-0752 min
The Second LookThe Second Look with John BerdahlYour host, Dr Ben LaHood is joined for this first episode by Dr John Berdahl, an ophthalmologist of many talents and interests. You may know him from his cataract, refractive and corneal surgery as well as producing astigmatismfix.com but it is John's theories about glaucoma which may not only help people retain their vision but also help get astronauts safely to Mars. John Berdahl is certainly an eye surgeon worthy of a second look.2020-08-3135 min
Ophthalmology Against The RulePosterior Capsule Opacification and YAG Laser CapsulotomyYour Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts bring you everything you ever wanted to know about PCO from prevention during cataract surgery, influences of IOL design and surgery technique, through to management with YAG posterior capsulotomy. This topic will be of interest to optometrists and ophthalmologists as capsule opacity is a common reason for referral. The growth in numbers of multifocal and premium lenses being implanted means that it is more important than ever to think about how to safely manage PCO and maintain optimal vision for your patients. 2020-08-1644 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleAngle Kappa in Cataract Surgery and IOL selectionAngle Kappa is one of those terms that gets thrown about at every ophthalmology meeting but does anyone really know what it means, what to do with that information or even what angle kappa really is? Your Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts explain in simple language everything you want or need to know about angle kappa. They also discuss the real life practicalities of when and where this information is useful and why you may want to consider angle kappa when selecting an IOL for cataract surgery.2020-08-0651 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleOCT Disc vs OCT Macula in GlaucomaYour OATR hosts discuss the pros and cons of using OCT of the Disc and OCT of the Macula for detecting, monitoring and making treatment decisions in glaucoma. Looking after glaucoma patients used to involve a visual field and disc photos. OCT of the disc and nerve fibre layer revolutionised management. Now, OCT of the ganglion cell layers at the macula adds even more information. We answer the question of which is more important in what situations and what to look for.2020-06-2646 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleMarijuana and OphthalmologyIt is high time that your Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew looked at the case for medical marijuana in ophthalmology. The ability of marijuana to lower intraocular pressure is well known but is it ready to be used as a routine glaucoma medication? Let us inhale all the evidence on this controversial topic and present the current and future role of marijuana in eye care.2020-06-0142 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleRefining the Second Eye in Cataract SurgeryYour Ophthalmology Against The Rule hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew discuss the latest evidence and their views on refining the outcome of second eye cataract surgery. Modern IOL calculation formulae are very good at predicting a refractive outcome but not yet perfect. Can we improve any further by considering how the first eye responded to surgery? This may seem like a simple question on the surface but there are other issues to consider such as biometry error and IOL manufacturing tolerances. This lively discussion is sure to make you think about how you tackle this scenario...2020-05-2241 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleOcular Dominance Testing: An Ophthalmology Against The Rule DiscussionOcular dominance is a term that often is thrown around when thinking about cataract and laser surgery, especially with regards to monovision. Despite this, testing of ocular dominance is often poorly understood and performed. This can lead to post-operative headaches - literally! In this episode of Ophthalmology Against The Rule, we discuss the strengths and weaknesses of different tests of ocular dominance and what they may imply for decision making in the clinic.2020-05-0844 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleYellow IOLs vs Clear IOLs - Pros and Cons of IOL Filter Choices in Cataract SurgeryYour hosts of Ophthalmology Against The Rule, Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew take a deep look at the evidence for and against different wavelength filtering IOL options. Some higher energy wavelengths of light potentially can be detrimental to macula health, cause glare and affect sleep. Available IOL technology now offers surgeons the ability to filter certain wavelengths in the blue and violet spectrum. There are IOL choices out there that could impact the long term ocular health of patients so it is essential to know the facts before permanently implanting an IOL during cataract surgery.2020-04-2249 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleSurgically Induced Astigmatism in Cataract Surgery (An Ophthalmology Against The Rule miniseries part 3 of 3)We conclude our Ophthalmology Against The Rule miniseries on surgically induced astigmatism (SIA) by discussing the concepts of internal astigmatism, posterior corneal astigmatism, IOL tilt and decentration. Total SIA or internal SIA are commonly spoken terms but not often discussed or defined. We shed some light on what they are all about and whether they can be measured currently.2020-04-1412 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleSurgically Induced Astigmatism in Cataract Surgery Part 2 (An Ophthalmology Against The Rule miniseries)In part two of this Ophthalmology Against The Rule miniseries on surgically induced astigmatism (SIA), Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew discuss the practicalities of assessing and calculating SIA for each surgeon. This includes what measures are needed, when to measure and tools to give you all those numbers you read about in the journals. 2020-04-0221 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleCOVID19 - Ophthalmology and the Coronavirus Special EpisodeOn this special episode Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew discuss COVID19 for eye care professionals and cover specifically what ophthalmologists and optometrists can do to keep themselves and their patients safe during the pandemic.2020-03-2823 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleSurgically Induced Astigmatism in Cataract Surgery (An Ophthalmology ATR miniseries)Surgically Induced Astigmatism (SIA) is a poorly understood part of every cataract surgery and IOL calculation. Understanding, minimising and making SIA more consistent can lead to more predictable refractive outcomes. In the first part of this three part mini-series we get down to basics with understanding exactly what SIA is all about. 2020-03-2432 min
The Mentor's podcastThe Mentors - Episode 402020-02-1223 min
Ophthalmology Against The RuleIntroduction to Ophthalmology Against The RuleThe first episode of Ophthalmology Against The Rule podcast. Introducing your hosts Dr Ben LaHood and Dr Nick Andrew, their backgrounds and specialty interests as well as looking at what exciting discussions are coming soon.2020-01-0109 minThe Mentor's podcastThe Mentors Ep 2: Growing and Recruiting Ben LawsonJoin Matt and Claudio this week as they chat to Ben Lawson here on The Mentors.2018-02-1719 min
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