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The Survivor Buff59. Survivor 48 Episode 1Breaking Down Survivor 48 Episode 1 Initial thoughts on the castHas the three tribe format changed the nature of the game? Sai - genius or disaster? A heartwarming moment between Joe and Eva - is their bond unbreakable? 2025-03-0140 min
Blind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast36. Preservative Free Eye Drops (Dr. Miriam Kolko)As preservative-free eye drops become more common, one has to wonder why it is so important to reduce our use of preservatives. What kind of toxicity do preservatives wreak on the eye? And without preservatives, are eye drops still as effective and resistant to infection? Especially in the realms of dry eye and glaucoma, how have preservative free drops started to change the landscape, and what can we expect moving forward? Denmark's Dr. Miriam Kolko joins the podcast. This episode is sponsored by Thea Pharma Canada - https://www.theapharma.caBecome a supporter of t...2025-02-1230 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast35. Acanthamoeba Keratitis (Dr. Chris Rapuano)Acanthamoeba keratitis can be one of the most devastating diagnoses in ophthalmology, as it can wreak havoc on the cornea unlike few other microbes. On the same token, if caught early, acanthamoeba can be treated quite efficiently and effectively, and patients can have minimal, if any, long-term visual sequelae. Given acanthamoeba is such a dreaded diagnosis, just the thought of it can invoke fear into the ophthalmologist. And while many of us might have a basic approach to acanthamoeba, we also surely have blind spots in our diagnosis and management of this condition, as evidenced by many patients being diagnosed wee...2025-01-2931 minThe Survivor Buff58. Casting Survivor 50Survivor 50 is not far away. Who should be cast on this monumental season? Zale and Eric draft tribes, composed equally of old school, middle school, and new school Survivor constants. It's awesome (in the words of Tyson Apostol)2025-01-141h 29Blind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast34. A Treatment for Dry AMD? (Dr. Ashkan Abbey)For decades now, we have been able to offer anti-VEGF treatments to patients with wet AMD. Yet for dry AMD, there have been few options we can recommend to our patients outside of AREDS formulations and lifestyle modifications. But with newer scientific advances, there are indeed new classes of injectable medications that are now being offered to some patients wtih dry AMD. Retinal specialist Dr. Ashkan Abbey joins the podcast to share the latest research. This episode is sponsored by Thea Pharma Canada - https://www.theapharma.ca Become a supporter of this podcast: https...2025-01-0822 minThe Survivor Buff57. Survivor 47 Episode 14 (Finale)Breaking down the final tribal councilSue's revelation to the jury Where does our newest Survivor winner rank? How does this season stack up in our Survivor season rankings? Who should return from this season? 2024-12-221h 15The Survivor Buff56. Survivor 47 Episode 13Should Andy have lied to Rachel? The Andy Legacy Why was Genevieve such a beloved character? Why is Rachel considered such a strong favorite? Does Sam have a chance to win? Will Sue continue to age backwards?2024-12-121h 04The Survivor Buff55. Survivor 47 Episode 12One of the best episode's in Survivor history Operation Italy - Who's swimming with the fishes? Why was this such an instantly iconic episode? Has Andy changed others' perception of him? Sam's choice at the reward challengeTeeny gets salty2024-12-0555 minThe Survivor Buff54. Survivor 47 Episode 11Sol's vest ... That epic journey challengeDid Kyle need to go? The brilliance of Rachel's game Can Genevieve recover?2024-11-2943 minThe Survivor Buff53. Survivor 47 Episode 10"I'll be back" - will he? Hindsight on the Genevieve 'big move'Unpacking the rice negotiation Is Kyle underrated? Rachel is The Ocean ! 2024-11-2141 minThe Survivor Buff52. Survivor 47 Episode 9Why did Genevieve make a big move? Who does Sol's leaving actually help? Is Andy having a resurgence? What could Sol have done differently? What age is Sue today?2024-11-1637 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast33. The Light Adjustable Lens (Dr. Ralph Chu)The Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) has taken the refractive world by storm over the past couple of years, with an excitement that rivals the enthusaism for the latest multifocals or EDOFs to come on the market. So what's all the hype? How does this lens actually work? And even if the refractive results are impressive, do patients really want to wear UV-blocking lenses for weeks following surgery? Is the time and cost investment worth it for patietns? Dr. Ralph Chu joins the podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-11-1328 minThe Survivor Buff51. Survivor 47 Episode 8Why can't Andy find auction money? A big betrayal - who does it benefit? Rachel's brilliant 'shot in the dark' play Who is best positioned moving forward?2024-11-0936 minThe Survivor Buff50. Survivor 47 Episode 7A new twist ... Would voting out Rachel have been the right move? Did Kyle and Caroline make the right decision? Will Andy and Genevieive make waves?2024-11-0129 minThe Survivor Buff49. Survivor 47 Episode 6The 'new' Merge-Atory The Rome Show - The best show on Turf? Looking forward to the post-merge strategy2024-10-2528 minThe Survivor Buff48. Survivor 47 Episode 5Did Sierra and Sam make the right move?Should they have filled Rachel in on the plan?The 'big twist'Merge Predictions and Winner Picks 2024-10-1933 minThe Survivor Buff47. Survivor 47 Episode 4Rome ... omg ... A new strategist emergesSue is how old? No, really ... how old? Where did Kishan go wrong? The new amulet2024-10-1137 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast32. Eyelid Lesions (Dr. Lisa Jagan)One of the most common clinical presentations to ophthalmologist is 'the eyelid lesion'. While sometimes it might seem obvious what the diagnosis is, other times it's tough to make a spot diagnosis or even to decipher whether the lesion is concerning or not. So what are some helpful examination tips to help us discern the benign from the malignant? Oculoplastics specialist Dr. Lisa Jagan joins the podcast to share an effective approach on how to decide what types of eyelid lesions warrant a biopsy. This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma Canada - https://sunpharma.com/canada...2024-10-1036 minThe Survivor Buff46. Survivor 47 Episode 3When in Rome Did Teeny and Kishan make the right decision? Should Aysha have turned on Sol? Poor Andy ... Kyle V Sue2024-10-0540 minThe Survivor Buff45. Survivor 47 Episode 2Sloppy game play all around! The 'right' kind of nutjob Idol decisions and plays Did Tiyana and Gabe make the right decision?2024-09-2619 minThe Survivor Buff44. Survivor 47 Episode 1Thoughts on the new castAndy's breakdown New idol twist - do we like it? How did Andy keep his torch fired up?2024-09-2138 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast31. EDOF Intraocuar Lenses (Dr. Eric Donnenfeld)Extended depth of focus (EDOF) lenses have transofmed the intraocular lens (IOL) landscape. As opposed to the binary choice of a monofocal or a multifocal IOL, there is an 'in-between' option that allows for more intermediate vision than monofocal lenses but less dysphotopsias than the mutifocal lenses. How do these lenses work, how should we explain them to patients, and what are the factors that guide our decisions on lens selection? Dr. Eric Donnenfeld joins the podcast.This episode is sponsored by SunPharma Canada - https://sunpharma.com/canada/Become a supporter of this podc...2024-09-1125 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast30. Cataract Surgery in AMD Patients (Dr. Ashkan Abbey)Cataracts and AMD are two of the most common ocular pathologies. But in patients who have both conditions, are there special considerations that should be taken into account? Should cataract surgey potentially be delayed in AMD patients because a protective effect of the cataract? Does cataract surgery exacerbate AMD and potentially lead to progression to geographic atrophy or conversion to wet AMD? Dr. Ashkan Abbey joins the podcast. This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma Canada - https://sunpharma.com/canada/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-08-2123 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast29. The Pterygium (Dr. Allan Slomovic)Pterygium surgery is one of the more common procedures performed by ophthalmologists. Yet despite how common it is, multiple techniques are used by different doctors. In this episode, Dr. Allan Slomovic joins the podcast to share tips on pterygium removal, indications for excision, and pearls on recurrent pterygia. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-08-0727 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast28. Dry Eye PearlsJuly is Dry Eye Awareness month. In this episode, five cornea specialists each contribute a tip on how to better diagnose and manage dry eye. Speakers includ Dr. Clara Chan, Dr. Chris Rapuano, Dr. Ashley Brissette, Dr. Tanya Trinh, and host Dr. Zale Mednick. This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma CanadaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-07-1814 minThe Survivor Buff43. Ranking Survivor Winners46 seasons of Survivor and 44 winners later, there are a lot of winning performances to analyze. Who are the worst winners, who are the mediocre winners, and who are the transcendent winners? In this episode, Zale and Eric have an epic draft of the Survivor Winners.2024-07-052h 36Blind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast27. Not Sure if it's Glaucoma? (Dr. Irfan Kherani)While there are specific guidelines for diagnosis, not every patient falls easily into a particular category of glaucoma. Many times, it can be challenging to place some patients neatly into one of the glaucoma buckets. So what are some tips that can help us in diagnosing these grey cases that may or may not be glaucoma? And how does this impact treatment decisions? Are there certain cases in which it’s okay to monitor a patient and wait for glaucoma progression? Or should all patients suspected of having glaucoma be treated at the first visit? Dr. Irfan Kherani joins the podcas...2024-07-0338 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast26. Recurrent Corneal Erosions (Dr. Chris Rapuano)Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome (RCES) is an extremely uncomfortable condition for patients to live with. With so many management options, including ointments, bandage contact lenses, superficial keratectomy, anterior stromal puncture, and PTK, what actually works best? Wills Eye Hospital Cornea Specialst Dr. Chris Rapuano joins the podcast. This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma Canada - https://sunpharma.com/canada/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-06-1939 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast25. Ergonomics in Ophthalmology (Dr. R. Rishi Gupta)The incidence of musculoskeletal injuries in ophthalmology is probably higher than you think. Whether it's an acute injury or a chronic injury from poor posture and positioning, ophthalmologists and optometrists are at high risk for long-term back pain and other musculoskeletal problems, due to the nature of our work. So how can we better at keeping ourselves healthy, both in the short-term and in the long-run? Dr. R. Rishi Gupta joins the podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-06-0334 minThe Survivor Buff42. Survivor 46 Episode 13 (Finale)Does the social game reign supreme? Analyzing Kenzie vs. CharlieWas Maria's jury vote the most savage vote in Survivor history? Ranking this season and winner2024-05-2451 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast24. Toric Intraocular Lenses (Dr. Rosa Braga-Mele)The toric intraocular lenses (IOL) is a mainstay in the treatment of astigmatism during cataract surgery. Many people have different thresholds, however, for when they would consider a toric IOL. What is the appropriate amount of astigmatism that warrants treatment with a toric lens? Does the threshold vary if a premium lens is being used? What lens implantation techniques can be implemented to achieve the best possible results with a toric lens? This episode is sponsored by Sun Pharma Canada - https://sunpharma.com/canada/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s...2024-05-2137 minThe Survivor Buff41. Survivor 46 Episode 12Has the gameplay this season been amazing, terrible, or somewhere in between?Why did Maria believe they were voting for Charlie? Who is in the best shape as we head into the finale?2024-05-1733 minThe Survivor Buff40. Survivor 46 Episode 11Did Charlie make the right decision? Why is Q considered a threat? How badly did Maria falter when choosing who to take for reward? Has Liz found a cure to autoimmune diseases?2024-05-1131 minBlind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast23. Is SMILE better than LASIK? (Dr. Walter Sekundo)LASIK has been the procedure of choice in refractive surgery for many years now. But over the last decade, the development of SMILE has changed the landscape in refractive surgery. Especially popular in Europe and China, many ophthalmologists are offering their patients SMILE in place of LASIK. So what exactly is SMILE, and why do many view it as a superior alternative to LASIK? Dr. Walter Sekundo, the developer of the SMILE procedure, joins the podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blind-spot-the-eye-doctor-s-podcast--5819306/support.2024-05-0736 minThe Survivor Buff39. Survivor 46 Episode 10Is Applebee's actually good?Liz reaches a breaking point (to put it mildly) Why didn't Tiff play her idol? Can anyone stand in Maria and Charlie's path to the end?2024-05-0532 minThe Survivor Buff38. Survivor 46 Episode 9Should Kenzie have turned on Tiff? What was Hunter's biggest misstep? Did Hunter actually have the votes to stay?2024-04-2621 minThe Survivor Buff37. Survivor 46 Episode 8What on earth is going on with Q?Has loyalty gone by the wayside this season? Should Liz have gone after Tevin?Should Hunter have saved Tevin with his idol? Why did Jeff let tribal go to a vote if Q wanted to quit?2024-04-2040 minThe Survivor Buff36. Survivor 46 Episode 7Who benefited most from Tim's departure?Is Q becoming a Monday morning Quarterback? (pun intended) Why did Tevin target Soda (and then vote for Venus)? Why season looks to be on the upswing2024-04-1530 min