

Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast
MayoClinicOphthalmology
Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast, hosted by Dr. Erick Bothun and Dr. Brittni Scruggs, takes us through the latest and greatest in ophthalmology from the lens of an academic institution, Mayo Clinic. We look forward to bringing guests from across the globe to discuss ophthalmology and various subsets of medicine.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 37min
The Future of Ophthalmology: A Conversation with Dr. Richard Lindstrom
Join us for a deeper dive with Dr. Richard Lindstrom, as he reveals the business side of building a world-class practice. He shares his meticulous process for finding the perfect private equity firm to partner with for Minnesota Eye Consultants, discussing the inherent risks and rewards. We also get his unique insights on the future of ophthalmology—what's next for the industry and where the biggest opportunities for growth lie.
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Oct 15, 2025 • 37min
Mentorship, Innovation, and Ophthalmic Excellence: A Conversation with Dr. Richard Lindstrom
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Richard Lindstrom, founder of Minnesota Eye Consultants. He shares his remarkable journey from construction management to becoming a leader in ophthalmic surgery and innovation. Discover how key mentors shaped his path through academia, the VA clinic, private practice, and his international contributions. We also hear his insights on mentoring, bringing his incredible career full circle.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 28min
Podcast Host Transition: Goodbye to Dr. Andrea Tooley, and Hello to Dr. Brittni Scruggs
Tune in to this special episode as we say goodbye to Dr. Andrea Tooley as our Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology podcast co-host. We will also welcome aboard Dr. Brittni Scruggs as my new co-host on our special program.
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Sep 17, 2025 • 23min
Managing Change: Insights into Healthcare and Career Journeys with Dr. Greg Griepentrog
Greg Griepentrog, oculoplastic surgeon and former senior medical director for a large academic ambulatory practice joins us today to talk about the changing state of healthcare, changing careers, leadership through change, and more.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 35min
De-escalation Techniques for Verbal Harassment with Dr. Brittni Scruggs
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Brittni Scruggs, our vitreoretinal surgeon colleague here at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Scruggs shares her interest and expertise in managing verbal harassment in the workplace. Tune in to hear about how prevalent these circumstances occur and a toolkit to aid in your management.
The toolkit is as follows:
https://webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu/eyeforum/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/Patient-Initiated-Harassment-toolkit.pdf
The EyeRounds tutorial we wrote here:
https://eyerounds.org/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/index.htm#gsc.tab=0
The workshop is published here:
https://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.11096
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Aug 20, 2025 • 35min
“Mayo Clinic Human Optimization Project” with Dr. Christopher Camp
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Christopher Camp, a sports medicine surgeon at the Mayo Clinic to discuss his leadership of the “Mayo Clinic Optimization Project”. Dr. Camp shared insights to evaluating and improving our lives in regard to 10 interconnected domains. Tune in to appreciate how to live intentionally, consistently and better.
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Jul 23, 2025 • 21min
The development of the ARGUS II artificial retina with Dr Mark Humayun
In this episode Retina Specialist, engineer and visionary in ocular research, Dr. Mark Humayun, shares his story about the development of the Argus II artificial retina. Tune in to hear about his inspiring career and the remarkable research pioneered in his lab.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 36min
Understanding the risk factors in glaucoma progression with Dr Arthur Sit
In today’s episode we are discussing 2 journal club articles relating to risk factors of glaucoma with our Mayo Clinic colleague Dr Arthur Sit.
Long-Term Systemic Use of Calcium Channel Blockers and Incidence of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma - Ophthalmology Glaucoma
Relationship between Intraocular Pressure Fluctuation and Visual Field Progression Rates in the United Kingdom Glaucoma Treatment Study - PubMed
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Jun 25, 2025 • 27min
What are the global footprints of Lions Clubs International with Past President Brian Sheehan -Part 2
Brian Sheehan, Past International President of Lions Clubs International joins Dr. Erick Bothun to discuss his leadership journey and experiences with the Lions. You will leave with a greater appreciation for his involvement in leading this organization, trying to make each day “a great day” for others. We hope you’ll be inspired by how the Lions Clubs globally serve and support eye care and humanity. Plus understand how a penguin came to be his slogan for eye care cheerleading!
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Jun 11, 2025 • 29min
Unveiling the story of service with Lions Clubs International past President Brian Sheehan - Part 1
Brian Sheehan, Past International President of Lions Clubs International joins Dr. Erick Bothun to discuss Lions Clubs. Brian shares the Lions’ story of community service and eye care programs locally, regionally, and internationally. Tune in to be inspired about all the Lions do from vision screening to eyebanking and diabetes to hearing. You may even be so encouraged to join a local Lions club near you!
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