Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast

Greg Griepentrog joins us today for a chat about pediatric oculoplastic surgery, specifically pediatric ptosis, vascular anomalies, and craniofacial disorders. Tune in for great tips on managing pediatric ptosis for comprehensive ophthalmologists and specialists alike.   Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on Twitter: @mayocliniceye

Janice Law, vitreoretinal surgeon and Vice Chair for Education at Vanderbilt joins us today to talk about ophthalmology in medical school education, curriculum design, how to create engaging lectures and why everyone needs a “board of trustees” complete with advisors, mentors, coaches, and more. This episode is sure to inspire everyone from medical students to senior ophthalmologists.  Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com  Follow and reach out to us on Twitter: @mayocliniceye 

Join us as we discuss 2 articles:  Outcomes of Intentionally Suspending Treatment in Eyes With Advanced Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration from the American Journal of Ophthalmology and Retinal Artery and Vein Occlusion Risks after Coronavirus Disease 2019 or Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination from Ophthalmology.     Outcomes of Intentionally Suspending Treatment in Eyes With Advanced Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration - PubMed and Retinal Artery and Vein Occlusion Risks after Coronavirus Disease 2019 or Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination - PubMed 

Join us for a comprehensive overview of ocular trauma with vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Ray Iezzi. We discuss how to best examine eyes after trauma, especially in the setting of vitreous hemorrhage, surgical repair options, and outcomes. Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and Instagram: @mayocliniceye

Dr. Jeff Pettey joins us today to talk about sustainability issues in ophthalmology and what efforts Eye Sustain is doing. He shares actionable items any ophthalmologist can do today - you don’t want to miss this one.  Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and Instagram: @mayocliniceye

Join us as we discuss professional identity formation and learning with Dr. Elias Traboulsi.  As Dr. Traboulsi reflects on his clinical, educational and artistic roles we can all be encouraged to be life long learners, prompted to be self aware and hungry to invest in ourselves as physicians, mentors, and multifaceted individuals.   Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com   Follow and reach out to us on X and Instagram: @mayocliniceye 

Journal Club with Dr. Ray Iezzi: To peel or not to peel ILMs during ERM surgery, the PEELING study, and findings of the NIGHT study for patients with Choroideremia We discuss two articles today with vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Ray Iezzi: Pros and cons of internal limiting membrane peeling during epiretinal membrane surgery: a randomised clinical trial with microperimetry (PEELING) | British Journal of Ophthalmology (bmj.com) and A Prospective, Observational, Non-interventional Clinical Study of Participants With Choroideremia: The NIGHT Study - ScienceDirect   Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and Instagram: @mayocliniceye

Dr. Jacquelyn O’Banion is a past global ophthalmology fellow and current champion of global ophthalmology education worldwide. She joins us to talk about the current global ophthalmology fellowship landscape and the future of ophthalmology global education.   Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and Instagram: @mayocliniceye

Dr. Andrew Barkmeier, vitreoretinal surgeon and ophthalmology residency program director joins the podcast to chat about education in ophthalmology, leadership, and his journey to PD as a vitreoretinal surgeon. This episode is packed with wisdom about the future of training ophthalmologists, how to teach surgery, and more.  Subscribe to the podcast:  https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @MayoClinicEye

Dr. Jon Ebbert, an expert and director of the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, shares valuable insights into smoking cessation. He discusses rising tobacco trends, particularly the impact of e-cigarettes on youth. Strategies for patient engagement are highlighted, emphasizing motivational interviewing and tailored treatment plans. Dr. Ebbert dives into the dangers of smoking, linking it to severe health issues like oral cancer and eye conditions, while advocating for compassionate conversations around nicotine addiction.