Honestly Bilal

Bilal Ahmed
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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.

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

    03/31/2024

    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.

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

    11/16/2023

    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
  3. The Resident Journey: Starting Ophthalmology Call

    10/02/2023

    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

  4. 10/14/2022

    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

  5. 10/02/2022

    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

  6. 08/27/2022

    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

    25 min

  7. 08/07/2022

    A Chat with Andrew Williams, MD

    Dr. Andrew Williams is today’s guest! He is currently a faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh and practices as a glaucoma specialist and comprehensive ophthalmologist. We talk about his story in ophthalmology, the mentors and experiences he has had along the way, and life in Pittsburgh. He was also awarded a grant to use for his research with the AAO’s IRIS Registry and has studied a variety of topics with important clinical implications such as loss to follow up in glaucoma patients. To see more of his story, check him out on Twitter @Andrew920

    19 min

  8. 06/27/2022

    2022 Ophthalmology Residency Match Panel

    In this episode, Chris Cho chats with recently matched applicants in the 2022 ophthalmology residency cycle. With another year of virtual interviews and uncertainty regarding the match process, we discuss what made us successful in matching into ophthalmology residency. Please reach out if you have any other questions! Panel: Gabriella Schmuter (Twitter: @GSchmuter) Med School: City University of New York School of Medicine Residency: Weill Cornell Joana Andoh (Twitter: @jandohknows) Med School: Yale University Residency: Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Chris Cho (Twitter: @chrischo_md) Med School: University of Missouri-Columbia Incoming resident at Vanderbilt Eye Institute

    45 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Bilal Ahmed
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bilal Ahmed
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