Glaucoma Chats

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Join us for monthly conversations with glaucoma experts and other eye care professionals who discuss various aspects of living with glaucoma. Topics include glaucoma treatments, remaining independent, and promising research on the horizon. #Glaucoma #Ophthalmology #EyeHealth #Optometry #Health #GlaucomaResearch #GlaucomaAwareness #Health

  1. 14 GEN

    Beyond Eye Drops: Modern Options for Glaucoma Care

    Glaucoma care is evolving, and eye drops are no longer the only path forward. In this episode of Glaucoma Chats, Dr. Mehul Nagarsheth explains how earlier diagnosis can open the door to modern, less invasive treatment options. He will also share a roadmap for the newly diagnosed, including what steps to take after a diagnosis and options for early interventions that can save sight.

    40 min

  2. 12/11/2025

    What I Wish I Knew About Glaucoma: Your Top Questions Answered

    Living with glaucoma often means navigating complex information and unanswered questions. In this chat, Dr. Poonam Misra, a glaucoma specialist and fellowship co-director at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, will address some of the most common questions listeners have shared over the past year—from treatment options and lifestyle considerations to the latest educational resources.

    33 min

  3. 08/10/2025

    Dry Eye and Glaucoma

    Dry eye and glaucoma often occur together, but there are practical solutions that can help. Join Dr. Astrid Werner to learn what causes dry eye, how to recognize the symptoms, and effective treatment options—including preservative-free drops, artificial tears, and eyelid care routines. This discussion will also address common concerns about how glaucoma medications interact with dry eye and what steps you can take to protect your comfort and vision.

    41 min

  4. 10/09/2025

    Can We Restore Vision Loss from Glaucoma? What the Research Says

    Join us for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Lucy Q. Shen as we explore cutting-edge research into restoring vision loss from glaucoma. From optic nerve regeneration to promising advances in stem cell and gene therapies, this episode will examine where science stands—and where it’s headed—in the quest to reverse glaucoma damage.

    56 min

  5. 13/08/2025

    Staying Ahead of Glaucoma: Why a Proactive Approach Matters

    Don’t wait for vision loss to act. Join Dr. Amy Zhang of the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center for a conversation about the benefits of a proactive approach to glaucoma care, including innovative treatments like minimally invasive surgery, continuous drug delivery systems, and at-home eye pressure monitoring. Learn how early intervention can preserve sight and improve quality of life.

    26 min

  6. 09/07/2025

    Promising Research to Defeat Glaucoma

    National Glaucoma Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, is supporting 38 active research grants around the world. Learn about some of these groundbreaking research projects and how they are advancing earlier detection, risk reduction, treatments, and, ultimately, a cure for glaucoma.

    39 min

  7. 14/05/2025

    Implants and Injectables for Glaucoma Treatment

    Discover the latest innovations in glaucoma treatment, from surgical implants to sustained-release medications. Dr. Nitasha Gupta will explore options like tube shunts, iStent, Durysta, and iDose, and explain how these approaches can help lower eye pressure and manage glaucoma more effectively. Learn about the benefits, potential side effects, and what these treatments could mean for your long-term eye health.

    34 min

  8. 09/04/2025

    Can Non-Drug Interventions Reduce Glaucoma Risk?

    Can lifestyle changes help reduce glaucoma risk? Join us as glaucoma specialist Jullia A. Rosdahl, MD, PhD, discusses how diet, exercise, sleep, and other non-drug interventions may impact eye pressure and overall eye health. Learn about the latest research on nutrition, supplements, and daily habits that could support vision preservation.

    31 min
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Descrizione

Join us for monthly conversations with glaucoma experts and other eye care professionals who discuss various aspects of living with glaucoma. Topics include glaucoma treatments, remaining independent, and promising research on the horizon. #Glaucoma #Ophthalmology #EyeHealth #Optometry #Health #GlaucomaResearch #GlaucomaAwareness #Health

Informazioni

  • Creatore
    BrightFocus Foundation
  • Anni di attività
    2022 - 2026
  • Puntate
    32
  • Classificazione
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    © Copyright 2026 Glaucoma Chats
  • Sito web del podcast
    Glaucoma Chats