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Honestly Bilal is a place where aspiring ophthalmologists share their stories and learn from current ophthalmologists. Honest, real, and, hopefully, relatable.

Honestly Bilal Bilal Ahmed

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.1 • 29 Ratings

Honestly Bilal is a place where aspiring ophthalmologists share their stories and learn from current ophthalmologists. Honest, real, and, hopefully, relatable.

    The Resident Journey: Transitioning To Senior Resident + Retinal Imaging with Dr. Ian Han

    The Resident Journey: Transitioning To Senior Resident + Retinal Imaging with Dr. Ian Han

    In this episode, Dr. Ian Han joins me to discuss his tips for residents transitioning from early beginners to senior leaders in their program. Dr. Han is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and Director of Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery at the University of Iowa. We also discuss his expertise in retinal imaging, keys to interpretation, and the mentors who guided him to where he is today.

    • 34 min
    The Resident Journey: Advancing in Cataract Surgery with Dr. Uday Devgan

    The Resident Journey: Advancing in Cataract Surgery with Dr. Uday Devgan

    Dr. Uday Devgan, founder and host of the world recognized CataractCoach.com, joins to give his advice on how residents can maximize their potential as developing surgeons! Check out all his great surgical videos,  full curriculum, and amazing free Cataract Coach PDF book all at CataractCoach.com  

    • 18 min
    The Resident Journey: Starting Ophthalmology Call

    The Resident Journey: Starting Ophthalmology Call

    You got your loupes, your lenses, your super “cool” callbag but don’t worry your’re not alone! Listen in as four second-year ophthalmology residents share their tips to help you survive the craziness of ophthalmology call.

    • 25 min
    Mentorship: Dr. Jay Sridhar

    Mentorship: Dr. Jay Sridhar

    Episode Description: Dr. Jay Sridhar returns to the podcast for a special episode where we focus in on mentoring. We talk broadly about mentorship, addressing our own blind spots, and our personal development in the process of helping those around us. Be sure to check out more of Dr. Sridhar on Straight from the Cutter’s Mouth: A Retina Podcast and on twitter @RetinaPodcast

    • 35 min
    Catching up with Daniel Moore, MD from the University of Kentucky

    Catching up with Daniel Moore, MD from the University of Kentucky

    Dr. Daniel Moore returns to the podcast in today’s episode. Dr. Daniel Moore serves as the ophthalmology residency program director at the University of Kentucky where he is an associate professor and glaucoma specialist. We discuss global ophthalmology, the collegiality and kind culture fostered by the residents and faculty at UK, and takeaways from their DEI recruitment efforts. To hear more about Dr. Moore and the University of Kentucky Department of Ophthalmology Residency Program check out

    • 22 min
    A Chat with Nayasha Madhan, MD PGY-4 (OSU)

    A Chat with Nayasha Madhan, MD PGY-4 (OSU)

    Dr. Nayasha Madhan is today’s guest! She is finishing her final year of ophthalmology residency at Ohio State University with plans to pursue glaucoma fellowship. She talks about her path to ophthalmology, her reasons for choosing glaucoma, life in Columbus, and her love for Jeni’s ice cream. To see more of her story, check her out on Twitter @DrBuckEYE19

    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

4.1 out of 5
29 Ratings

29 Ratings

Leena_Shah ,

Engaging and inspiring!!!

Moving, clear and accessible podcast celebrating the life stories of today’s and tomorrow’s ophthalmologists and mentoring the current and future generations of forward-thinking, diverse, problem-solving, providers and leaders of ophthalmology. Listening to Honestly Bilal has given me so much insight on stories of discovery, community engagement, perseverance, collaboration, innovation, etc…the authentic stories of ophthalmology that foreground the uniqueness of each voice. So appreciative of Bilal- now Dr.- for making this podcast, and of the inspiring students, ophthalmology trainees and faculty who share and discuss their diverse backgrounds, subspecialties, and career paths.

deade-109 ,

Simple and elegant

Love the brilliant simplicity of this show. No ads, short intro, no wasted space. Great host and great content. Can’t wait to hear more!

AnkurParikh ,

I look forward to every new episode!

An excellent podcast with an excellent host who brings out the best in all of his wonderfully accomplished guests. A great resource for anyone interested in ophthalmology. Thank you Bilal!

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