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Out of the BlindspotNANOS 2025 - Dr. Susan Mollan and more!The NANOS 2025 annual meeting in Tucson Arizona was as informative, exciting, fun, and impactful as ever. In this episode, I bring you a unique taste of the meeting through a conversation with a wonderful neuro-ophthalmologist and through reflections of meeting attendees from Tucson during the event.In the first part, I speak with Dr. Susan Mollan who is a world-renowned Neuro-ophthalmologist practicing in Birmingham, England. Her group is at the forefront of IIH research and we spoke about her background and interests in Neuro-ophthalmology, the latest in IIH and GLP-1 agonists, her reflections on the N...2025-06-2449 min
Sight For Sore EyesBuilding the Ophthalmology Workforce of the FutureSend us a textIn this episode, we address the critical issue of building a diverse ophthalmology workforce in these trying times. I’m joined by faculty current and previous members of the UCSF Department of Ophthalmology, who have long been deeply committed to making ophthalmology more inclusive - their insights stemming from real-world experience in a state that banned race-conscious admissions decades ago.In this episode, we’ll unpack their thoughtful JAMA Ophthalmology commentary, The Challenge in Building Diverse Ophthalmology Residency Programs, and more.As you listen, I hope you're not just info...2025-06-2351 minSight For Sore EyesNative Americans and Ophthalmology - Episode 3, The FutureSend us a textIn this, the final episode of our series on Native Americans and Ophthalmology, we turn our focus to the future, examining the critical need for greater Native American representation in medicine and eye care and the ongoing efforts being made to bridge this gap and we’ll hear from a young trainee who aspires to make a lasting impact through her journey in medicineThis final installment of our series presents the hopes and aspirations for the future of Native American eye care in the US.The Association of Am...2025-05-1226 minOut of the BlindspotThe Indomitable Howard Krauss - Part 2In the last episode, we began a conversation with Dr. Howard Krauss, founding partner of the Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Southern California and a pioneering surgical Neuro-ophthalmologist.In this episode, we continue our conversation, learning more about his experience training to become a surgical Neuro-ophthalmologist, his experience as a co-founder of the Pacific Neuroscience Institute, and r. Krauss offers some of his thoughts on the current state of our healthcare system, and sage advice to the next generation of aspiring physicians and Neuro-ophthalmologists.2025-04-2126 minSight For Sore EyesNative Americans and Ophthalmology - Episode 2, Dr. Stephen FransenSend us a textIn this second installment of our series on Native Americans and Ophthalmology, we hear from an individual who has done more than just improve access to eye care—he’s shown what’s possible in the fight against diabetic vision loss for Native American communities in Oklahoma. His groundbreaking work has not only changed lives but has also set the standard for how care can be delivered to underserved populations.We’ll also discuss how he’s now working to expand eye care access to an even broader population and how his experi...2025-04-1440 minSight For Sore EyesNative Americans and Ophthalmology - TrailerSend us a textWelcome, this is the trailer for my series on Native Americans and Ophthalmology.This is a topic that doesn’t get nearly enough attention, yet it holds a lot of significance in the world of eye care, medicine, and healthcare equity. I’ve been wanting to explore it for a long time, and I’m thrilled to finally bring you what I believe are substantive, thought-provoking conversations on a subject that deserves more attention than it currently receives.I’ve learned a lot in the process of creating this series...2025-03-2406 minSight For Sore EyesNative Americans and Ophthalmology - Episode 1, Where We AreSend us a textIn this first episode of our series on Native Americans and Ophthalmology, we begin by exploring an important question: What is the current state of eye health and eye care access for Native American communities in the U.S.?To answer this, we’ll hear from Native American eye care providers as they share their personal journeys into the field as well as researchers who have dedicated their careers to understanding the issues around health disparities, access, and finding solutions to improve care for Native communities.Dr. Lindsey Marvel...2025-03-2453 minOut of the BlindspotThe Indomitable Howard KraussDr. Krauss is a pioneering surgical Neuro-ophthalmologist specializing in minimally invasive orbital and oculoplastic surgery and adult strabismus. A leader in ophthalmology and medicine, he has blazed the trail for many of us who followed his footsteps into this specialty as surgeons. In this episode, we’ll learn about his formative years including his journey from rocket scientist to Neuro-ophthalmologist.Dr. Howard Krauss2025-03-1031 minOut of the BlindspotLenworth JohnsonIn this episode, I’m honored to bring you my conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson, a true pioneer in neuro-ophthalmology. As one of the first African American neuro-ophthalmologists, Dr. Johnson paved the way for future generations, breaking barriers and making an indelible mark on our field. Beyond his significant clinical expertise and technical contributions to ophthalmology, Dr. Johnson is also a historian of our profession. His book, Breaking the Color Line in Medicine: African Americans in Ophthalmology, is the definitive account of the African American experience in our field, chronicling the challenges, triumphs, and the ongoing endeavors to...2025-02-101h 08Out of the BlindspotAmy & Ola - On the Brink of the FutureToday on the podcast, I have Drs. Alexandra "Ola" Pietraskiewicz and Amy Durand, two young physicians who are at the cusp of beginning what will hopefully be long and fulfilling careers in neuro-ophthalmology. We’ll hear what motivated them to pursue careers in our field, help break some of the common myths that dissuade many trainees from considering neuro-ophthalmology as a viable career choice, and we’ll hear some sage advice about the mindset that can help overcome apprehension about choosing a career in Neuro-ophthalmology.Dr. Alexandra "Ola" PietraskiewiczDr. Amy Durand2024-11-0451 minSight For Sore EyesWhat an Ophthalmologist Looks Like - Dr. Benjeil Edghill - Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode, we began a conversation with with Dr. Benjeil Edghill about his journey to ophthalmology and how he established a thriving practice in his hometown of NYC. In this episode we talk about his practice, his experiences being a black ophthalmologist, what motivates him, and what it will take to move us forward as a specialty to increase diversity in our ranks.2024-10-2825 minSight For Sore EyesWhat an Ophthalmologist Looks Like - Dr. Benjeil EdghillSend us a textDr. Benjeil Edghill is a Brooklyn native, a glaucoma specialist, and an advocate for minoritized groups. He’s not only a skilled surgeon practicing in New York City but also a leader in advocating for better care for minority communities and supporting the next generation of URiM physicians through his work with and leadership in the NMA ophthalmology section.His story is an example of what can happen at the intersection of ability, opportunity, mentorship, allyship, and representation, all of which propelled him into a successful career as an ophthalmologist and a...2024-10-0744 minSight For Sore EyesThe Next Generation - The Fruits of Our LaborSend us a textIn the last episode series, we heard from the directors of two pathway programs that are recruiting, supporting, and promoting young minority students in their efforts to pursue careers in the field of ophthalmology; the NMA Ophthalmology Section's Rabb Venable Excellence In Research Pathways to Success Program, and the AAO/AUPO's Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring Program. In this episode, we’ll hear from the proverbial fruits of their labor; three, newly minted physicians who participated in these programs, Drs. Tiffani Spaulding, Diego Dominguez, and Alissa Belzie. We’ll hear about the impact these...2024-09-021h 08Out of the BlindspotOur Stories - Episode 1 RebroadcastWith overall relatively low exposure to and recruitment of trainees to the field of neuro-ophthalmology, I feel that we as a specialty must be able address the misconceptions about who we are and what we do by telling our own stories. We need to spread the message more widely about how great our specialty is and how much of a positive impact we can have on our patients, colleagues, and communities by the specialized care and expertise we are able to offer to our patients and communities. This has been the main goal of this podcast, which s...2024-08-1255 minSight For Sore EyesPathways Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode, we began conversations with Drs. Dolly Ann Padovani Claudio, O’Rese Knight, and Lisa Kelly about the work they’re doing as the directors of the Rabb Venable excellence in research program’s Pathways to Success Program and the AUPO/AAO Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring Program.In this episode, we continue our conversations about these program’s efforts, including more on the DEI backlash and how to address the the social and legal climate that threatens to undermine the gains that have been made to improve diversity in the fiel...2024-07-1646 min
Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology PodcastCreating a Surgical Neuro-Ophthalmology Career with Dr. Ore-Ofe AdesinaDr. Adesina, neuro-ophthalmologist, orbital surgeon, strabismus surgeon, podcaster, and more joins us to talk about his multi-faceted career and how he has blazed his own trail to serve patients and the ophthalmology community.
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2024-07-1036 minMayo Clinic Ophthalmology PodcastCreating a Surgical Neuro-Ophthalmology Career with Dr. Ore-Ofe AdesinaDr. Adesina, neuro-ophthalmologist, orbital surgeon, strabismus surgeon, podcaster, and more joins us to talk about his multi-faceted career and how he has blazed his own trail to serve patients and the ophthalmology community.
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2024-07-1036 minSight For Sore EyesPathways Part 1Send us a textThe recruitment and mentoring of URiM medical students to ophthalmology is paramount for addressing the dearth of URiM specialists in our field and the impact that it’s had on health care disparities from lack of access and representation for decades. Today we being a series of episodes addressing this subject matter again in light of the now apparently gale force winds that the backlash against DEI has become. For this series I have brought back Drs. Dolly Ann Padovani-Claudio and O’Rese Knight to give us an update on the Pathw...2024-06-1052 minOut of the BlindspotNANOS 2024, MAHALO!! - Part 2In the previous episode, I began a conversation with Drs. John Chen, Fiona Costello, and Heather Moss, about the 50th anniversary NANOS meeting. In this episode, we continue our conversation about what’s new and exciting in NO and how to take the momentum from the meeting and use it to grow more practical interest in our specialty.NANOS 2024John J. Chen M.D., PH.DFiona Costello, M.D, FRCPCHeather Moss, M.D., PH.D2024-05-2039 minOut of the BlindspotNANOS 2024, MAHALO!! - Part 1The 50th Anniversary NANOS Annual Meeting was held in Honolulu, HI from March 2 through March 7 2024. it was a wonderful meeting that has been claimed by many to be of the best annual meetings ever with respect to location, venue, content, organization, and atmosphere. It was one of the the largest NANOS meetings ever, drawing a diverse, international audience from all over the globe. The meeting covered a wide range of neuro-ophthalmologic content including cutting edge research, and some of the latest in diagnostic and treatment paradigms in our specialty. Today, we begin a series of episodes in which I s...2024-04-2246 minSight For Sore EyesOphthalmology FamousSend us a textDr. Kristen Nwanyanwu is a retina specialist and an associate professor of ophthalmology at Yale University and is at the forefront of health disparity research in ophthalmology. She is also an entrepreneur and is the founder of Eyeful, an ophthalmology related business she founded, and leads as the CEO. During the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in San Francisco last November, she hosted an Eyeful sponsored event called Ophthalmology Famous. I was fortunate to attend this event in person and was so impressed by the content and passion of the speakers, that this...2024-04-0148 minSight For Sore EyesThe History of AA in Ophthalmology with Dr. Clifton PeaySend us a textThis episode of SFSE is the last in our series of rebroadcasted episodes on the history of AA in medicine and ophthalmology for Black history month and features my conversation with ophthalmologist, Dr. Clifton Peay. Dr Peay is an ophthalmologist practicing in Richmond Virginia specializing in glaucoma, refractive, cataract, laser, and anterior segment surgery. He has served on the Board of the National Medical Association’s ophthalmology section and as the Chair of the Roman Barnes Society of Ophthalmology and has a wealth of knowledge regarding the history of AA in ophthalmology. We le...2024-02-291h 09Out of the BlindspotYOLO as a YONOThe young Neuro-ophthalmologists committee of NANOS or YONO was established in 2012 in an effort to meet the needs of trainees and neuro-ophthalmologists in their formative years of training and practice. The YONO committee is currently co-chaired by Drs. Nailyn Rasool and Andrew Melson who are passionate about the support and mentorship of those early in their neuro-ophthalmology journeys. In this episode of OOTBS I'll speak with them about the importance of YONO and the wonderful resources it provides, and how to YOLO as a YONO. NANOS YONO PortalDr. Nailyn RasoolDr. Andrew...2024-02-2241 minSight For Sore EyesThe History of AA in Ophthalmology with Dr. Lenworth JohnsonSend us a textAs we continue through black history month we are continuing our rebroadcast of the series of episodes addressing the history of the AA experience in medicine and ophthalmology that was first published last year. This first episode is of my conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson, a Neuro-ophthalmologist and the author of the book Breaking the Color Line in Medicine, African Americans in Ophthalmology. Breaking the Color Line in Medicine, African Americans in Ophthalmology2024-02-191h 12Sight For Sore EyesThe History of African Americans in Medicine 2.0Send us a textAs we enter black history month we’ll be revisiting the series of podcasts addressing the history of AA in ophthalmology first published last year. We begin with the history of slavery and Jim Crow segregation in this country as they form the contextual foundation for the current state of medicine with its disparities in healthcare outcomes and lack of diversity, which extend into the field of ophthalmology. Included in this episode is additional, unpublished audio from my conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson in which he explains the origins of our current healthcare sy...2024-02-0620 minSight For Sore EyesNMA OphthalmologySend us a textThe national medical association or NMA is a professional and scientific organization and the largest and oldest national organization representing the interests of African American physicians and their patients in the United States. The NMA Ophthalmology Section has a long and storied history and to learn more about the current organization, I spoke with Drs. Fasika Woreta and Basil Williams, the immediate and future chairs of the section. They are passionate about and focused on moving the NMA OS forward in its mission despite some of the challenges and headwinds faced from the c...2024-01-2249 minOut of the BlindspotThe Executive in Chief - Dr. Stephen McLeod: Part 2In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Stephen McLeod, the CEO of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, addressing the importance of creating spaces where diversity can thrive, the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action and how it affects AAO, and what the academy is doing to support the cognitive specialties of ophthalmology, including my field of Neuro-ophthalmology. 2024-01-0829 minSight For Sore EyesThe Executive in Chief - Dr. Stephen McLeod: Part 2Send us a textIn this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Stephen McLeod, the CEO of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, addressing the importance of creating spaces where diversity can thrive, the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action and how it affects AAO, and what the academy is doing to support the cognitive specialties of ophthalmology, including my field of Neuro-ophthalmology. 2024-01-0829 minSight For Sore EyesThe Executive in Chief - Dr. Stephen McLeod: Part 1Send us a textOver the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to bring important and hopefully thought provoking conversations through the sight for site eyes podcast highlighting the world of DEI in ophthalmology. I’ve also been able to highlight the unique field of Neuro-ophthalmology through the out of the Blindspot podcast. I’m particularly excited for the conversation that will be featured in the next couple of episodes in the first of its kind cross over event for the two podcasts I produce. That’s because I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Dr. Step...2023-12-2534 minOut of the BlindspotThe Executive in Chief - Dr. Stephen McLeod: Part 1Over the past year, I’ve had the opportunity to bring important and hopefully thought provoking conversations through the sight for site eyes podcast highlighting the world of DEI in ophthalmology. I’ve also been able to highlight the unique field of Neuro-ophthalmology through the out of the Blindspot podcast. I’m particularly excited for the conversation that will be featured in the next couple of episodes in the first of its kind cross over event for the two podcasts I produce. That’s because I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Dr. Stephen McLeod, the chief executive officer...2023-12-2534 minSight For Sore EyesBridges Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode we began a conversation with Drs. Janice Law, Jacquelyn O’Banion, and Ninita Brown about the work they are doing building bridges for HBCU medical students to gain experience in the field of ophthalmology.In this episode, we continue our conversation and learn more about how their unique backgrounds and experiences have shaped their perceptions of the Inclusion, Equity and Diversity space and how they see their programs evolving moving forward.Dr. Janice LawDr. Ninita BrownDr. Jacquelyn O'Banion --> Gl...2023-12-1135 minOut of the BlindspotThe History of NANOSIn our last episode, we began a series on the North American Neuro-ophthalmology society or NANOS, the largest organization in the world dedicated to supporting and promoting the field of Neuro-ophthalmology. In this episode, we speak with Drs. Kathleen Digre and Larry Frohman about the history of NANOS and how its legacy has been intimately intertwined with the development of the field of Neuro-ophthalmology as we approach the 50th anniversary of the organization. Their multiple and invaluable contributions to NANOS from its early days have helped form and grow it into the amazing organization and resource that it has...2023-11-3046 minSight For Sore EyesBridgesSend us a textHistorically black colleges and universities or HBCUs were born out of America’s history of systemic racism and segregation with the the law of separate but equal instituted at the turn of the 20th century. These institutions have played integral roles in the development and support of black professionals including physicians. Because HBCUs have and continue to produce more URiM physicians than all majority institutions combined, they can potentially play a pivotal role in addressing the pipeline shortage of underrepresented ophthalmologists entering our field. To take a closer look at how we can bui...2023-11-2751 minSight For Sore EyesA Cautionary Tale - Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode, we heard a cautionary tale from Dr. Vandana Reddy about a DEI related conflict within her organization that significantly impacted her professional life. We also learned from Dr. Lynn Gordon that these situations are not uncommon and that we need to be ready to address potential DEI-related conflict in our organizations and professional lives.In the next part of our conversation in we learn about the origins of Dr. Reddy’s interest in DEI, the lessons she’s learned from her cautionary tale, and what she proposes as p...2023-11-1319 minOut of the BlindspotNANOSToday, we begin a series featuring the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS), the largest organization in the world dedicated to supporting and promoting the field of neuro-ophthalmology.In the first episode of the series we’ll speak to Drs. Prem Subramanian and Peter Quiros, the current and immediate future presidents of NANOS to learn about what NANOS is, what it does, and their vision for the organization moving forward.nanosweb.orgFind a Neuro-ophthalmologistPatient Information Journal of Neuro-ophthalmology2023-10-3050 minSight For Sore EyesA Cautionary TaleSend us a textToday, we bring a cautionary tale that should make us reflect on how effectively the spaces and organizations we work in adequately employ the concepts of inclusion equity and diversity to everyone. I speak with an individual whose experience has impacted her professional life and motivated her to tell her story so others who may have had or be having a similar experience can know they’re not alone. We also speak with an individual who has real, practical experience, perspective, and expertise in DEI and helps us contextualize and operationalize what an ap...2023-10-3027 minSight For Sore EyesMy DEI JourneySend us a textIn April of this year, I was invited to give a grand rounds presentation to the Weill Cornell department of ophthalmology in NYC by my friend and North American Neuro-ophthalmology Society DEI committee member Cristiano Oliveira, as part of their Diversity week activities. This episode is the recording of that talk edited slightly for time and content. My trip to New York was a wonderful experience that gave me the opportunity to share my DEI and podcast journeys, the origin story of the SFSE podcast, and some of the lessons I’ve learned al...2023-10-1656 minSight For Sore EyesSeason 2 Intro - SCOTUSSend us a textThe decision in Students for Fair Admissions vs Harvard and The University of North Carolina rejected race-conscious admissions at colleges and universities in the United States. The ruling and its potential effect on the pipeline of URiMs to medicine and ophthalmology, is important and as we begin this season of sight for sore eyes, I want to share my thoughts on this landmark case. The SCOTUS DecisionThe Amicus BriefForbes Article on Graduation Rates2023-10-1010 minSight For Sore EyesQueen AngelaSend us a textIn this final episode of a series highlighting some of the foot soldiers of the AAO's Task Force on Disparities in Vision Health and Eye Care, I speak with Dr. Angela Elam, the first author of the white paper that headlined the compendium of articles and commentaries produced by the Task Force. She is a glaucoma specialist at the University of Michigan and played an essential role in this group's work. Dr. Elam is humble and soft-spoken, but as you speak to her you can feel the passion and fire she has for h...2023-08-0741 minOut of the BlindspotMadam President (The Unicorn) - Part 2In the last episode we began a conversation with Dr. Jane Edmond, a unicorn of sorts with unique life experiences and achievements at the crossroads of neuro-ophthalmology and leadership that set her apart. These include being a super specialized pediatric neuro-ophthalmologist and the inaugural and current chair of the Mitchell and Shannon Wong Eye Institute at UT Austin’s Dell Medical school and the president elect of the American Academy of ophthalmology to begin her tenure in January 2024. We learned about her pathway to leadership, and some great ideas about how to use her platform as the next president of...2023-08-0519 minSight For Sore EyesRetina ReimaginedSend us a textIn the last episode we began a conversation with retina specialists Drs. Jessica Randolph, Basil Williams, and Kristen Nwanyanwu, about their experience participating in the AAOs Task force on Disparities in Visual Health and Eye Care. In this episode, we switch gears, speaking with them about their other passion, the field of retina where they have played a formative role in working to diversify this field of ophthalmology. You don’t want to miss our inspiring conversation. ASRS Underrepresented in Retina Mentorship ProgramVit-Buckle Society2023-07-2440 minSight For Sore EyesThe Foot Soldiers - Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode, we began the first of a series of conversations, speaking with the foot soldiers so to speak of the AAOs Task Force on Disparities in Visual Health and Eye Care . In this episode, I begin a conversation with Drs. Jessica Randolph, Basil Williams, and Kristen Nwanyanwu. Dr. Randolph is an assistant professor of ophthalmology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond Virginia, Dr. Williams is an associate professor of ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami Florida and Dr. Nwyananwu is an associate professor of ophthalmology at Yale U...2023-07-1046 minOut of the BlindspotMadam President (The Unicorn) - Part 1What is a Unicorn? Do you think of a horse-like mythical beast with magical powers and a single ribbon-like horn protruding from its forehead? While true mytholoigcal unicorns likely don't exist, a unicorn is that rare individual with a unique set of skills, abilities, characteristics, and achievements that sets them apart from the rest. Joining me today is one such individual. Dr. Jane Edmond. She is a pediatric neuro-ophthalmologist and also the past president of AAPOS the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the inaugural chair of the Mitchell and Shannon Wong Eye Institute at UT Austin’s De...2023-07-0338 minSight For Sore EyesThe Foot Soldiers - Part 1Send us a textToday we begin a series of conversations speaking with the foot soldiers, so to speak, of the AAOs Task Force on Disparities in Visual Health and Eye Care . These individuals were on the front lines of health equity research in ophthalmology before making their important contributions to the task force's work and have unique perspectives on their participation in the work done and the lessons learned along the way. In today's episode, I speak with Dr. Cesar Briceno, an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology specializing in oculoplastics and orbital surgery at the University of P...2023-06-2652 minOut of the BlindspotThe Value of Neuro-ophthalmology - Part 2In the first part of this episode we began a conversation with Drs. Larry Frohman and Prem Subramanian, who are neuro-ophthalmologists with unique and substantial leadership backgrounds and experience with NANOS and the AAO that make them uniquely poised to speak about about the pipeline, work force, and compensation issues that Neuro-ophthalmology has been facing for some time. In this episode we continue our conversation, taking a deep dive into the value that neuro-ophthalmology brings to medicine, patients and our communities. Larry Frohman, MD - https://njms.rutgers.edu/departments/ophthalmology/frohman.phpPrem Subramanian, M...2023-06-1235 minSight For Sore EyesThe Force - Part 2Send us a textIn the last episode we were introduced to the founders of the AAOs DEI Taskforces Drs. Tamara Fountain, Paul Lee, and David Parke. We learned about the origins of the taskforce on Disparities in Visual Health and Eye Care, which was charged with reporting on how social determinants of health impact the ophthalmic care our patients receive, and why its commissioning and the work that was done is such an integral part of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's mission. In this episode we learn more about how the individuals who wrote the seminal p...2023-06-1230 minOut of the BlindspotThe Value of Neuro-ophthalmology - Part 1In this episode of OOTBS we begin a 2 part series asking "What is the value of neuro-ophthalmology?" To answer this question, I speak with Drs. Larry Frohman and Prem Subramanian. Both are world renowned and accomplished neuro-ophthalmologists who have also been on the front lines at both the societal and national levels, championing the value of Neuro-ophthalmology through their leadership and advocacy efforts. I learn a lot through our conversation and I think you will too.Larry Frohman, MD - https://njms.rutgers.edu/departments/ophthalmology/frohman.phpPrem Subramanian, MD - https://som.cuanschutz.edu...2023-06-0635 minSight For Sore EyesThe Force - Part 1Send us a textIn this episode I speak with Drs. Tamara Fountain, Paul Lee, and David Parke about their foundational roles in the development of the AAOs Taskforce on Disparities in Visual Health and Eye Care, which produced a seminal compendium of articles and commentaries that are arguably the most comprehensive analysis of the factors underlying the disparities of patient care delivery to marginalized communities in medicine.Link to the articles produced by the task force: https://www.aaojournal.org/deiDr. Tamara Fountain: https://www.drfountain.com/pages/about-usD...2023-05-2930 minSight For Sore EyesJane AguirreSend us a textIn this episode, I speak with Jane Aguirre, the Vice President of Membership and Global Alliances for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Over her distinguished 42-year career with the Academy, she has held several positions and led numerous important initiatives and programs. Despite her numerous accomplishments and accolades with and from the academy over her career, however, perhaps her most personally cherished and ultimately lasting legacy is the integral and foundational role she’s played in the development of the academy’s DEI initiatives over the last decade. There is such a palpable ener...2023-05-1536 minOut of the BlindspotThe PipelineIn this episode, I speak to Drs. Courtney Francis and Aimee Szewka. Together, they are the co-chairs of the Pipeline committee of the North American Neuro-ophthalmology society or NANOS, the professional organization of neuro-ophthalmology on this continent. Together, they lead a committee tasked with determining and addressing many of the reasons young trainees choose not to pursue a career in neuro-ophthalmology and dispel myths and misunderstandings about our specialty. They are passionate about this important work and the field of neuro-ophthalmology and it definitely came through during our conversation.Courtney Francis, MD - https://ophthalmology.washington.edu...2023-05-0544 minSight For Sore EyesThe Power of a StorySend us a textWhat is the power of a story? By seeing and hearing the lived experiences of others in places that we want to be, we can place ourselves in their shoes, making what may be just a dream to us now a tangible and achievable reality. In this Episode of SFSE we bring you stories of established and training URiM Ophthalmologists, residents, fellows, and students who express what it was like for them to dream and then achieve their goals of becoming ophthalmologists. My conversation is with Drs. O’Reese Knight, Dianne Barrett, Julio Alb...2023-05-0137 minSight For Sore EyesResidencySend us a textIn this episode, I speak with residency program directors, the individuals charged with shaping the experience that ophthalmology trainees receive during, residency, a formative period of their lives and careers. They have the tremendous responsibility of developing, overseeing, and managing ophthalmology residency training programs. My guests today are Drs. Fasika Woreta, Stacy Pineles, and Jeff Pettey who are all members of the AUPOs Residency Program Director’s counsel. This governing body sets policy and direction for many aspects of ophthalmology resident education and recruitment. I looked forward to having this important conversation and it d...2023-04-1749 minSight For Sore EyesThe MatchSend us a textThis episode is a conversation with Drs. Dolly Ann Padovani Claudio and O'Rese Knight who are the co-directors of the NMA’s Rabb Venable excellence in research program which has historically been the most successful program helping URiM students match into the field of ophthalmology. Additionally, Dr. Padovani Claudio is a member of the executive board of the AAO and AUPOs minority ophthalmology mentoring program. We discussed the factors influencing this year’s URiM ophthalmology match and how to address the challenges we may face moving forward. Rabb Venable Excellence In Resea...2023-04-0356 minOut of the BlindspotImpressionable Young MindsIn this first episode of OOTBS, we will be getting right at the heart of the matter. Exploring the specialty of neuro-ophthalmology and why it is such a unique and wonderful field of medicine. 2023-03-2756 minSight For Sore EyesThe Least of TheseSend us a textIn this episode of Sight for Sore Eyes we'll see that Ophthalmology is the least diverse field of medicine when it comes to residency training and speak to Dr. Parisa Emami, the author of the study that brought this information to light. Dr. Parisa Emami-Naeini: https://physicians.ucdavis.edu/medicalcenter/details/42670/parisa-emami-naeini-ophthalmology-uveitis-vitreoretinal_surgery-sacramento2023-03-2023 minSight For Sore EyesAfrican American History in Ophthalmology - Part 2Send us a textThis episode of Sight for Sore Eyes is the second of the two-part series exploring the history of the AA experience in medicine and ophthalmology and how it is intimately intertwined with US history. Dr. Clifton Peay. Dr Peay is an ophthalmologist practicing in Richmond Virginia specializing in glaucoma, refractive, cataract, laser, and anterior segment surgery. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience regarding the history of AA in ophthalmology having served on the Board of the NMA and as the Chair of the Roman Barnes Society of Ophthalmology. We had insightful c...2023-03-061h 09Sight For Sore EyesAfrican American History in Ophthalmology - Part 1Send us a textThis episode of Sight for Sore Eyes is the first of a two-part series exploring the history of the AA experience in medicine and ophthalmology and how it is intimately intertwined with US history. In this episode I speak with Dr.Johnson, who is a professor of ophthalmology at Brown University. He is Deputy Chief of Ophthalmology and Section Chief of Neuro-ophthalmology at Rhode Island Hospital. He is a well-known neuro-ophthalmologist and one of less than two dozen African American neuro-ophthalmologists in our specialty. He is also the author of the book, Breaking t...2023-02-201h 11Sight For Sore EyesTrailer - African American History in OphthalmologySend us a textIn the next episode of Sight for Sore Eyes, we’ll begin a series on the history of AA in medicine and ophthalmology. Before delving into this topic, however, it is important to gain perspective on the history of AA in America by revisiting the legacy of slavery and segregation and their repercussions. You cannot understand the current state of the black community, race relations, the perceptions and misconceptions of AA in America, and the state of AA in medicine and ophthalmology without fully understanding this history as it has and continues to ha...2023-02-1706 minSight For Sore EyesThe Case for DEI in OphthalmologySend us a textThe field of ophthalmology has a dearth of minority representation in the ranks of its providers. To put things in perspective, minorities currently make up almost 40% of the US population but only 6.6 % of practicing Ophthalmologists in the US and 6 to 7 % of Ophthalmology residents. This lack of representation has an affect on the recruitment of minorities to our specialty and on patient care. In this first episode of SFSE, we’ll discuss the lack of diversity in the field of Ophthalmology and why this matters for patient care. We’ll also address why there is a...2023-02-051h 02