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In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae and Anas Abu-Dieh (two Eye Curriculum Ambassadors) talk to Dr. Andrew Toren, glaucoma specialist at Université Laval. This is the third episode of our french mini-series (“Vision Claire”). 



Dr. Toren is a glaucoma specialist at the Saint-Sacrement Hospital in Quebec City. He is also an associate professor at Université Laval. Dr. Toren completed his medical studies at University of Toronto and his residency at the University of Ottawa. He pursued a fellowship in glaucoma at Dalhousie Université before starting his practice. 



Dr. Toren also has several experiences in medico-politics and works closely with the residents' association at the provincial and pan-Canadian levels. He also served as president of the PARO. It is important to note that Dr. Toren has helped to establish the glaucoma fellowship program at Université Laval and orchestrates international internships for ophthalmology residents.



In this episode, we discuss:


Dr. Toren’s unique journey in ophthalmology


What a "Day in the Life" of Dr. Toren looks like


The new glaucoma fellowship program at Université Laval


His passion for humanitarian missions


Advice for medical students/residents


People who have inspired him in life!



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Dans cet épisode de Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae et Anas Abu-Dieh (ambassadeurs de Eye Curriculum) discutent avec Dr Andrew Toren, un spécialiste en glaucome à l’Université Laval. Ceci est le troisième épisode de la mini-série Francophone, “Vision Claire”.



Dr Toren est un spécialiste en glaucome à l’Hôpital Saint-Sacrement depuis 2012. Il est aussi professeur associé à l’Université Laval. Dr Toren a complété ses études en médecine à l’Université de Toronto et sa résidence à l’Université d’Ottawa. Il a complété une sous-spécialisation en glaucome à l’Université Dalhousie.



Dr Toren a aussi plusieurs expériences en médico-politique et travaille étroitement avec l’association des résidents au niveau provincial et pan-canadien. Il a aussi servi en tant que président du PARO. Il est important de souligner que Dr Toren a établi le programme de fellowship en glaucome et planifie des stages internationaux pour les résidents en ophtalmologie.



Dans cet épisode, nous abordons :


Le parcours de Dr Toren en ophtalmologie


À quoi ressemble une "Journée dans la vie" de Dr Toren


Le nouveau programme de sous-spécialisation en glaucome à l’Université Laval


Sa passion pour les missions humanitaires


Des conseils pour les étudiants en médecine/résidents


Des personnes qui l’ont inspiré dans sa vie!

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In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae and Anas Abu-Dieh (two Eye Curriculum Ambassadors) talk to Dr. Georges Durr, glaucoma specialist at Université de Montréal and McGill University. This is the second episode of our french mini-series (“Vision Claire”).

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae and Anas Abu-Dieh (ambassadors of Eye Curriculum) discuss with Dr. Georges Durr, a glaucoma specialist at the University of Montreal. Dr. Durr is a glaucoma specialist at the University of Montreal's University Hospital Center. He is also an associate professor at the University of Montreal. Dr. Durr completed his medical studies and residency at the University of Montreal as well. He pursued a fellowship in glaucoma and complex anterior segment surgery at the University of Toronto (GAAS fellowship) with the world-renowned specialist Dr. Ike Ahmed.

Dr. Durr is an active clinician-researcher, with a team focused on new technologies for treating glaucoma and anterior segment reconstruction. He is actively involved in teaching students and residents, and passionately serves as the director of the glaucoma fellowship program at the University of Montreal.

In this episode, we discuss:
- Dr. Durr's unique journey in ophthalmology.
- What a "Day in the Life" of Dr. Durr looks like.
- The process behind his TED Talk "How to Fight Glaucoma?" and its impact.
- His passion for teaching and his role as the director of the glaucoma fellowship.
- Advice for medical students/residents.
- People who have inspired him in life!

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Dans cet épisode de Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae et Anas Abu-Dieh (ambassadeurs de Eye Curriculum) discutent avec le Dr. Georges Durr, un spécialiste en glaucome à l’Université de Montréal. Ceci est le deuxième épisode de la mini-série Francophone, “Vision Claire”.

Dr. Durr est un spécialiste en glaucome au Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM). Il est aussi professeur associé à l’Université de Montréal. Dr Durr a complété ses études en médecine et sa résidence au sein de l’UdeM. Il a poursuivi une sous-spécialisation en glaucome et en chirurgie complexe du segment antérieur à l’Université de Toronto (GAAS fellowship) avec le pionnier des MIGS, le Dr. Ike Ahmed.
Dr. Durr est un clinicien chercheur actif, avec une équipe concentrée sur les nouvelles technologies pour traîter la maladie du glaucome et la reconstruction du segment antérieur. Il est profondément investi dans l'enseignement des étudiants et des résidents, et assume avec passion le rôle de directeur du programme de fellowship en glaucome à l’Université de Montréal.

Dans cet épisode, nous abordons :
- Le parcours unique du Dr. Durr en ophtalmologie
- À quoi ressemble une "Journée dans la vie" du Dr Durr
- Le processus derrière son TED Talk “Comment combattre le glaucome?”
- Sa passion pour l'enseignement et son implication comme directeur du fellowship de glaucome
- Des conseils pour les étudiants en médecine/résidents
- Des personnes qui l’ont inspiré dans sa vie!

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In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae and Anas Abu-Dieh (two Eye Curriculum Ambassadors) talk to Dr. Paul Harasymowycz, glaucoma specialist at Université de Montréal and McGill University. This is the first episode of our french mini-series (“Vision Claire”).

 

Dr. Paul Harasymowycz is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at “Ophtalmologie Bellevue” and “L’Institut de Glaucome de Montréal”. He is an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Université de Montréal and was recently appointed as an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences (DOVS) at McGill University. Dr. Harasymowycz obtained his fellowship in glaucoma from Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia after completing his medical school at McGill and his residency in ophthalmology at Université de Montréal.

 

Dr. Harasymowycz is a clinician scientist whose research focuses on raising awareness on the importance of early screening of glaucoma in at-risk populations. In addition, he is often invited to present and teach new surgical techniques at national and international conferences, and he is one of the pioneers of microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). He contributes significantly to teaching clerks, residents, and fellows about these innovative techniques.

 

In addition to his impressive academic portfolio, Dr. Harasymowycz is also the founder and medical director of the “Ophtalmologie Bellevue” clinics. Finally, he is the author of “Le Glaucome”, one of the only glaucoma books written in French aimed at educating patients about their condition.

 

In this episode, we discuss:

- Dr. Harasymowycz’s unique journey to and within ophthalmology

- What a “Day in the Life” looks like for Dr. Harasymowycz

- What inspired him to write his book, “Le Glaucome”

- Advice for learners (medical students and residents)

- His favorite musician!

 

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Dans cet épisode de Seeing Clearly, Mohamed Gemae et Anas Abu-Dieh (ambassadeurs de Eye Curriculum) discutent avec le Dr. Paul Harasymowycz, un spécialiste en glaucome à l’Université de Montréal et à l’Université McGill. Ceci est le premier épisode de la mini-série Francophone, “Vision Claire”.



Dr. Paul Harasymowycz est un spécialiste en glaucome, fondateur et directeur médical aux cliniques d’Ophtalmologie Bellevue et à l’Institut de Glaucome de Montréal. Il est professeur associé au Département d’Ophtalmologie à l’Université de Montréal et récemment au Département d’Ophtalmologie et des Sciences Visuelles à McGill. Le Dr. Harasymowycz a complété son fellowship au Wills Eye Hospital en Philadelphie après avoir complété ses études en médecine à McGill et sa résidence en ophtalmologie à l'Université de Montréal.



Dr. Harasymowycz est un clinicien chercheur qui concentre ses efforts sur le glaucome et la sensibilisation de la population afin d’encourager les personnes à risque d’effectuer un dépistage précoce. De plus, il est souvent invité à présenter et enseigner les nouvelles techniques et traitements chirurgicaux à des congrès nationaux et internationaux, et est un des pionniers des chirurgies micro-invasives en glaucome (MIGS). Expert et passionné, il enseigne à des externes, des résidents, des fellows, et autres professionnels de la santé.



En plus de son portfolio académique impressionnant, Dr. Harasymowycz est auteur du livre « Le Glaucome », qui est un des seuls livres français destinés à la population générale, avec le but de créer une ressource éducative additionnelle pour ses patients.


Dans cet épisode, nous abordons :    
- Le parcours unique du Dr Harasymowycz en ophtalmologie

- À quoi ressemble une "Journée dans la vie" du Dr Harasymowycz 
- L’ins

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. R. Rishi Gupta, an Associate Professor and Vitreoretinal Specialist in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. 



He attended medical school at the University of Toronto, completed his Ophthalmology residency training at the University of Ottawa, and received his Vitreoretinal Fellowship from McGill University. Dr. Gupta actively participates in research and has over 50 publications in prominent peer-reviewed journals. He is regularly invited to speak on a variety of topics, including medical and surgical retina, wellness, communication, ergonomics, ethics, and complaints. He has received awards for his work in medical education, research, surgical videos, as well as excellence in patient care. Dr. Gupta’s best-selling book, Reflections of a Pupil, was named one of the top must-have books for beginner ophthalmologists and has become required reading in some residency programs. His most recent publication is a children’s book called “Milk, Eggs, Butter, and Broccoli”!



In this episode, we discuss:


Dr. Gupta’s journey to ophthalmology.


Dr Gupta’s life as a vitreoretinal specialist. 


Dr Gupta’s experience as an author, what inspired him to write and key takeaways of his books such as Reflections of A Pupil.


How Dr Gupta best achieves a work / life balance.


Dr Gupta’s advice for learners. 





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In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Matthew Benson, a clinician-scientist in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Alberta. 



Dr Benson, specializes in ocular genetics and adult strabismus and he runs a translational research lab that investigates disease mechanisms in inherited retinal disorders. He completed his medical school and ophthalmology residency training at the University of Alberta, and then completed a clinical fellowship in ocular genetics at the National Eye Institute at the National Institutes of Health. In addition to his medical and surgical practice and research interests, Dr. Benson is actively involved in mentoring medical students, graduate students, residents, and fellows.



In this episode, we discuss:


Dr. Benson’s journey to and within ophthalmology.


Dr Benson’s fellowship in ophthalmic genetics.


Dr Benson’s life as a clinician scientist and the importance of research in ophthalmology.


Dr Benson’s advice for learners.





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In this special 30th episode of Seeing Clearly, Danielle Solish interviews our Seeing Clearly co-host Dr. Emaan Chaudry, who is now a PGY-1 ophthalmology resident. 



Dr. Chaudry grew up in Toronto and then moved to Richmond, Virginia to complete her undergraduate degree in Bioinformatics at the Virginia Commonwealth University. She then moved to Ottawa to complete her MD and is now a first year ophthalmology resident at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Chaudry is the founder of Eye Curriculum and the co-founder of Seeing Clearly and the Eye Curriculum Ambassador Program. She has a strong passion for medical education / teaching, and integrating technology in medicine. Outside of work, Dr. Chaudry enjoys working out, playing squash on the Ottawa varsity team, trying new restaurants, traveling and spending time with her friends and family.  



In this episode, we discuss:


Dr. Chaudry’s journey to ophthalmology.


Dr. Chaudry’s reflections on Eye Curriculum over the past 3 years. 


Dr. Chaudry’s transition to residency from medical school. 


Dr. Chaudry’s advice for medical students / learners. 





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