An informal yet insightful commentary featuring interviews and perspectives from leaders in vitreoretinal surgery as well as the next generation of retinal specialists
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The Straight From The Cutter's Mouth: A Retina Podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the field of retina. Hosted by Dr. Jay Sridhar, a highly knowledgeable and talented retina specialist, this podcast offers a wealth of information and insight into all things related to the retina and medical education. As an amateur podcaster and medical student myself, I am amazed at how effortlessly Dr. Sridhar handles his role as host, making his guests feel at ease while also sharing his own expertise and insights.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Dr. Sridhar's ability to bring fresh insights and honest interviews from the world of retina. He tackles complex surgical discussions, new drugs and devices, and provides remarkably detailed NBA commentary - a delightful mix that keeps listeners engaged and entertained. The episodes are well-researched, informative, and provide a thorough understanding of the latest studies and advancements in retina.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its accessibility for busy professionals. The episodes are perfect for long commutes or any time when you need to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in retina but have limited time. Additionally, the fact that you can earn CME credit while listening is a fantastic feature.
One potential drawback of this podcast is that some episodes may be too specialized for those without prior knowledge or experience in ophthalmology or retina. While it may require a certain level of familiarity with the subject matter, Dr. Sridhar does an excellent job of making complex topics accessible to all listeners.
In conclusion, The Straight From The Cutter's Mouth: A Retina Podcast is an exceptional podcast that provides valuable insight into the world of retina from an expert host who brings passion, talent, and poise to every episode. Whether you're an aspiring ophthalmologist or simply interested in learning more about this fascinating field, this podcast is a must-listen. With its fresh perspective, informative content, and engaging discussions, it is sure to leave you eager for each new episode.
Dr. James Rice from Capetown, South Africa joins Jay to discuss approaches to surgical education including preparation and low-cost models to practice maneuvers prior to entering the operating room.Relevant Financial Disclosures: None
Drs. Ramsudha Narala, Kat Talcott, and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the June 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, focusing on GLP-1RAs and diabetic retinopathy, DRCR.net trial updates, CRAO protocol implementation, and early career advice for attendings. Relevant Financial Disclosures: None
Dr. Chirag Shah, co-author of Financial Freedom of Rx with Jay, joins the program to discuss personal finance in the context of current market conditions and best practices as trainees near graduation.
Drs. Safa Rahmani, Jesse Sengillo, and Kat Talcott join for a journal club episode. Faricimab Switch Study (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(25)00124-1/abstract) Gender Differences in Communication (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(25)00133-3/fulltext) PE Acquisitions and Industry Payments (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2830815) Sustainability and Cataract Surgery (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(25)00135-6/abstract) Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar is a consultant for Genentech and Regeneron. You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the May 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, focusing on future developments in stem cells, microbots, artificial intelligence, and more.Relevant Financial Disclosures: None
Drs. Avni Finn and Jordan Deaner join the program to share clinical pearls and thoughts from the 2025 Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Kovacs and Starr join for the latest gimmick the retina world is going wild for: how do you manage this retinal detachment scenario?Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Akshay Thomas and Priya Vakharia join to preview the April 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, focusing on current and future therapies for neovascular AMD.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Genentech, Regeneron, and Eyepoint. Dr. Vakharia has consulted for Regeneron, Ocular Therapeutix, and Eyepoint.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Pete Campbell of the Casey Eye Institute joins to discuss applications of artificial intelligence for screening of retinopathy of prematurity. Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Campbell is co-founder and CEO of Siloam Vision, which is commercializing UWF-OCT, UWF-SLO and AI for ROP.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Rebecca Soares, Akshay Thomas, and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast for a journal club discussion covering three recent articles in major ophthalmology journals.Macula-Off Retinal Detachment Prognostic Factors (https://journals.lww.com/retinajournal/abstract/9900/preoperative_and_early_postoperative_factors.944.aspx)Progression to PDR from NPDR after Cataract Surgery (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(25)00125-3/abstract)Sexual Harassment in Ophthalmology (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2830480)Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Katherine Talcott and Akshay Thomas join to discuss the March 2025 edition of Retinal Physician focusing on dry age-related macular degeneration, including photobiomodulation, complement inhibition, and deep learning for imaging.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Apellis.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast to discuss 4 recent articles in major ophthalmology journals.GLP-1 Agonists (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(25)00070-3/fulltext)Distribution of US Ophthalmologists (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2828323)Representation Quotients in Ophthalmology Residency (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2828878)Photobiomodulation Viewpoint (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2829594)
Drs. Kruti Dajee, Andrew Hsia, and Nadeem Vaidya join the program to discuss solo retina practice in 2025.Disclosures: None relevantYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Jay Duker joins the program to discuss his transition from chair of an ophthalmology department to President & CEO of Eyepoint Pharmaceuticals.Disclosures: Dr. Duker is President & CEO of Eyepoint Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Eyepoint Pharmaceuticals.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. David Boyer joins the podcast to discuss the Lumithera Valeda (photobiomodulation) FDA approval and what it means for retina specialists and patients.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Boyer received research funding as a clinical trial site for Lumithera.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Kat Talcott, Akshay Thomas, and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast for a journal club discussion covering three recent articles in major ophthalmology journals.Pneumatic Retinopexy IRIS Registry (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00526-8/fulltext)Macular Perfusion in Stable PDR (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/fullarticle/2826881)Female Speaker Introductions (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(24)00522-1/fulltext)Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Alcon.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Safa Rahmani and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast to preview the January 2025 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Genentech and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Dolly Chang and Daniel Chao join the program to discuss the biggest differences in working in industry as an ophthalmologist versus normal clinical practice.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. NJ Manoharan joins the podcast to discuss working in a county hospital system as a retinal surgeon.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Claire Kalia JD joins to discuss the basic terminology and mechanics of private equity transactions, especially as it pertains to medicine and ophthalmology.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Ajay Kuriyan and Dr. Will Parke rejoin Jay for a fourth round of Masterpiece Retina discussion of classic retinal surgery articles. Articles discussed are listed below:Cryotherapy Release of RPE (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3797834/)Gas and Intraocular Pressure (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2326014/)Vortex Vein Remodeling with Buckling (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10682972/)Demisting of Intraocular Lens During Surgery (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10768342/)B-Scan Ultrasonography and Gas (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17592241/)Infusion Stabilizer (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20361231/)Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Avni Finn and Sarwar Zahid join the podcast to preview the November 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Katherine Talcott and Yoshihiro Yonekawa join to discuss four recent publications in major ophthalmology journals.Featured articles:Anti-VEGF or PRP First for PDR (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2822892)Face Down Positioning for Macular Holes (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(24)00483-4/fulltext)Management of Post-Cataract Endophthalmitis (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00337-3/abstract)PDS Clinical Trial Results (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00400-7/fulltext)ReferenceMichels Retinal Detachment (referenced in podcast, https://www.amazon.com/Retinal-Detachment-Ronald-G-Michels/dp/0801634172)Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar and Dr. Talcott have consulted for Apellis and Iveric.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Episode 445: Endophthalmitis Management Crash Course with Dr. Ajay KuriyanDr. Ajay Kuriyan joins the podcast to offer pearls and strategies for managing endophthalmitis as a retinal specialist.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Safa Rahmani and Katherine Talcott join the podcast to preview the October 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. The theme for this issue was clinical trials and anti-VEGF therapy.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Eyepoint, Genentech, and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Edward Legodi from South Africa joins the podcast to discuss his educational path, current challenges with providing retina care in Africa, and improving diversity of surgeons in Africa.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Safa Rahmani and Kat Talcott join to discuss four recent major ophthalmology papers.Culture or No Culture for Endophthalmitis (https://ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00338-5/abstract)Risk of Retinal Tear after Cataract Surgery (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(24)00392-0/abstract)AREDS2 and GA Progression (https://www.aaojournal.org/article/S0161-6420(24)00425-1/abstract)Resident Salary and Benefits (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2820695#google_vignette)Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar and Dr. Talcott have consulted for Apellis and Iveric.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Maura Di Nicola and Basil Williams join to preview the September 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com. The theme for this issue was ocular oncology.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Avni Finn and Basil Williams join the program to talk about some of their personal highlights attending the 2024 American Society of Retinal Specialists Annual Meeting in Stockholm, Sweden.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Sabin Dang and Kat Talcott join to discuss a recent article published by Dr. Dang's team examining the impact of prior authorizations on delivery of treatment in retina practices.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Glaucomflecken (Dr. Will Flanary) and Dr. Basil Williams join for a heartfelt discussion of ophthalmology resident wellness and burnout, depression and suicide in medicine, and strategies at the ground level to address outstanding issues.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Akshay Thomas and Sarwar Zahid join to discuss three recent publications from major ophthalmology journals.IRIS Registry DME Analysis (https://ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00266-5/fulltext)Gas versus Oil for RRDs (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(24)00209-5/fulltext)ChatBot Diagnosis of Glaucoma (https://www.ajo.com/article/S0002-9394(24)00225-3/abstract)Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Yewande Babalola joins the show to discuss her experiences as a VR Surgeon in Nigeria and what she learned as a travel grant winner to the 2024 Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Kat Talcott and Yoshi Yonekawa join to preview the July 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Louie Cai is joined by his former co-residents Drs. Ollya Fromal and Anand Gopal to discuss their experiences during fellowship and whether they would do it again.
Dr. Steve Charles joins to discuss the state of the vitreoretinal field in 2024 both surgically and in terms of practice structure and delivery.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Omar Shakir joins to discuss in-office vitreoretinal surgery, including a deep dive on pros/cons, effects for the healthcare system at large, and how he responds to major criticisms.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Shakir is a shareholder in iOR Partners.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Yoshi Yonekawa and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the June 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Four recently matched medical students into ophthalmology residency join to discuss their experiences in the residency match.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Kat Talcott and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the May 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Zahid has equity in Eyedaptic.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Avni Finn, Basil Williams, and Yoshihiro Yonekawa join to discuss their biggest learning pearls from the 2024 Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Marianeli Rodriguez joins to preview the April 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Genentech and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Avni Finn and Sarwar Zahid join to discuss three recent publications from major ophthalmology journals.Diabetic Retinopathy and Quality of Life (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2814583)Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology Review (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00044-7/abstract)Proliferative Sickle Cell Retinopathy Surgical Outcomes (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(24)00049-6/abstract)Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Philip Rosenfeld joins to discuss the Angiogenesis 2024 meeting, with topics covered including imaging breakthroughs for age-related macular degeneration, geographic atrophy treatment benefits and risks, and the importance of molarity in assessing efficacy and safety of intravitreal agents.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Rosenfeld has consulted for Regeneron and Zeiss. Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Apellis, Genentech, Iveric, and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Kat Talcott, Akshay Thomas, and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the March 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Talcott and Dr. Sridhar ha consulted for Apellis and Iveric.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Dr. Tara McCannel joins to discuss her career development as a retinal surgeon and ocular oncologist and her growing interest in physician wellness and burnout, including her recent project "Mind Body MD Podcast".Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. McCannel is the host of the Mind Body MD Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mind-body-md/id1720684374) and the co-founder of Seyhart WellnessYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
Drs. Priya Vakharia and Yoshihiro Yonekawa join to discuss three recent publications in major ophthalmology journals.Ocular Adverse Events After Faricimab (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(23)00644-9/fulltext)Retinal Redetachment after Cataract Surgery (https://www.ophthalmologyretina.org/article/S2468-6530(23)00581-X/fulltext)Syfovre Editorial (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaophthalmology/article-abstract/2812713)Relevant Financial Disclosures: Drs. Sridhar and Vakharia have consulted for Apellis, Genentech, Iveric, and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi
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