Retina Mentor Moments

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Join retina specialists in ophthalmology for discussions of clinical cases, career advice, and tips and tricks for retinal surgery and disease management!

  1. JAN 28

    When Preparation Meets Opportunity: 10 Tips for Vitreoretinal Careers

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Jonathan Jonisch, MD, discuss Dr. Jonisch’s journey into a specialized retina-focused and research private equity practice. For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/when-preparation-meets-opportunity-10-tips-for-vitreoretinal-careers/. Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    32 min

  2. 12/10/2025

    Living the Retina Dream

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Michael Javaheri, MD, MSc, FASRS, discuss Dr. Javaheri's journey of building a successful retina practice in Beverly Hills, California, highlighting the importance of patient communication, a "less is more" surgical philosophy, and resilience in the face of challenges. For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/living-the-retina-dream/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    38 min

  3. 12/03/2025

    Navigating a Career in Retina

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Esther Lee Kim, MD, discuss navigating a career in retina, highlighting Dr. Kim's journey from her medical education to her role as a retina specialist at the Orange County Retina Institute, and emphasizing the importance of mentorship and choosing well-managed practices. For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/navigating-a-career-in-retina/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    17 min

  4. 11/20/2025

    The Impact of Mentorship, Leadership, and International Education in Ophthalmology

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Rishi Singh, MD, FASRS, discuss the importance of mentorship, continuing education, and teamwork to advance ophthalmology. Dr. Singh’s career has spanned across the country, from Massachusetts to Ohio, then to Florida, before returning to Massachusetts. After many years in practice and a few years as a hospital CEO, he chose to come back to clinical care, research, and education—areas he truly enjoys and where he can take on a leadership role in ophthalmology as the Chair of Ophthalmology at Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary. Mass Eye and Ear is a historic center leading in ophthalmology treatment and research, affiliated with Harvard Medical School’s Department of Ophthalmology. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals for eye care, they offer subspecialty training in cornea, retina, and glaucoma. For the full episode, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/impact-of-mentorship-leadership-and-international-education-in-ophthalmology/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    25 min

  5. 10/22/2025

    Pharmacokinetics in Retinal Disease Management

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Michael W. Stewart, MD, discuss transitioning from private practice to academia and retinal disease management, with a focus on pharmacokinetics and iodine allergies. Dr. Stewart is a consultant ophthalmologist and professor of ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL. He researches ophthalmic conditions and publishes on the cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastics, and neuro-ophthalmology. His main interests include chorioretinal vascular diseases such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and macular telangiectasia. He also works on infectious retinitis, vitreoretinal surgery for retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy, and studies mathematical modeling of ocular pharmacology and vitreoretinal diseases.   For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/pharmacokinetics-in-retinal-disease-management/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    37 min

  6. 10/08/2025

    Harnessing AI and Big Data to Drive Innovation in Retina Care

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by Mathew MacCumber, MD, PhD, to discuss studies on retinal diseases and how big data and artificial intelligence (AI) can be implemented in clinical research to improve retina care.  Dr. MacCumber is a vitreoretinal specialist at Illinois Retina Associates in Chicago, Illinois, as well as a professor and Director of Research for the Department of Ophthalmology at Rush University Medical Center. For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/harnessing-ai-big-data-to-drive-innovation-in-retina-care/  Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    25 min

  7. 09/25/2025

    Advancing the Retina Pipeline: Insights into Drug Development

    On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by Peter K. Kaiser, MD, to discuss the ins and outs of drug development for retinal diseases and recent advancements in the retina pipeline. Dr. Kaiser is the Chaney Family Endowed Chair of Ophthalmology Research and Professor of Ophthalmology at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, and a consulting surgeon in the vitreoretinal department at the Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. For the full episode and video, check out the article:  https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/advancing-the-retina-pipeline-insights-into-drug-development/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    20 min

  8. 08/28/2025

    Bringing Research to the Retina Clinic: How Practices Can Participate in Clinical Trials

    Sit down with John W. Kitchens, MD, and Jordana G. Fein, MD, MS, to discuss how to integrate research in a retina practice while balancing clinical productivity. For the full episode and video, check out the article: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/how-retina-practices-can-participate-in-clinical-trials/ Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not and is not intended to constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, materials available herein are for general information purposes only.

    24 min
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Join retina specialists in ophthalmology for discussions of clinical cases, career advice, and tips and tricks for retinal surgery and disease management!

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  • Creator
    Eyes On Eyecare
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
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