Eyes On Tomorrow

Eyes On Tomorrow
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Eyes On Tomorrow

An Optometrist and an Ophthalmologist discuss - sometimes over a pint of Guinness - how these two previously fractious disciplines have been brought closer together. From different sides of the Irish border, John Ferris and Dermot Keogh know a thing or two about overcoming division. Their guests bring extensive experience and expertise from across the two sectors: they share their passion for all things optical, discuss how the fields of Optometry and Ophthalmology can learn from each other, and the medical developments that are just over the horizon. eyesontomorrow.substack.com

Episodes

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Sarah Farrant: Thinking holistically about dry eye disease

    For heaps of practical tips about how to build a dry eye practice, join us in the midst of the Quantock Hills as we spend an evening at home with Sarah Farrant, the President of the British Contact Lens Association. With her trademark infectious enthusiasm, Sarah talks about her holistic and evidence based approach to managing the dry eye disease patient, the multifaceted aetiology of this condition and why our modern lifestyles are causing its prevalence to rise inexorably. Sarah shares her top tips about dry eye practice, how to use IPL and LLLT to best effect, and the importance of setting realistic goals for our patients at the outset of treatment. Join us for this light-hearted festive listen. You can get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including: * Bonus conversations from our guests * PDFs of reading material linked to topics discussed in the podcast and perfect for your CPD * Summaries of the key learnings as a regular newsletter * Discussion with other subscribers This month’s bonus episode covers the role of tearful biomarkers and the link between the gut microbic and the ocular surface. All for just £25 per year, when you subscribe at eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 3m
  2. Patrick Condon on the pioneering days of IOLs and Phaco

    DEC 2

    Patrick Condon on the pioneering days of IOLs and Phaco

    Patrick Condon is the man who brought phaco to Ireland and who’s father, a contemporary of Harold Ridley in London, implanted the 1st IOL in Ireland in 1959. He shares some fascinating insights into those pioneering days of IOLs and phaco surgery and the origins of the feud between Harold Ridley and “The Duke”, which was to shape this story. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    12 min

  3. NOV 28

    Happy Birthday Intraocular Lens Implants! With Larry Benjamin

    Shrouded in secrecy, 75 years ago, Sir Harold Ridley's first IOL implantations ignited political fall-out amongst the ophthalmological establishment. They led to decades of trial and error experimentation, during which a multitude of IOL designs were implanted, often at a terrible cost to the patient. Today we are celebrating that first implantation, back on 29th November 1949. We are joined by Larry Benjamin one of the UKs leading cataract surgeons and surgical trainers, who takes us on a fascinating journey charting the evolution of cataract surgery from antiquity to the present day. Larry also talks about the equally bumpy evolution of phacoemulsification surgery, championed by the flamboyant Charles Kelman. Despite the many setbacks, and often personal cost, these pioneering surgeons were undeterred and we have them to thank for helping to create one of the world’s safest and most transformational operations, which has restored the vision of millions of patients around the world. You can get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including: * Bonus conversations from our guests * PDFs of reading material linked to topics discussed in the podcast and perfect for your CPD * Summaries of the key learnings as a regular newsletter * Discussion with other subscribers All for just £25 per year, when you subscribe at eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    59 min

  4. OCT 18

    Prof. Robyn Gymer: The rapidly evolving field of Geographic Atrophy

    Spurred on by the seemingly hopeless plight of patients with AMD, professor Robyn Gymer is one of the leading lights in dry AMD research.  Robyn explains why it was important to have developed a universally accepted classification for GA, the relationships between macular structure and function, and why early OCT signs of nascent GA can help us identify who is at risk of progression. She also explores the potential role of complement blockers and gene therapy in slowing the progression of GA. This episode is a perfect way to get up to speed with the rapidly evolving field of GA, a condition with which 60 million people globally will suffer by 2040. Plus Robyn regales us with a wonderful anecdote about her first Moorfields clinic with Professor Bird, when her rather direct Antipodean manner left the other British trainees open-mouthed! You can hear more from Robyn in our subscriber episode, including the crucial role of nutrition and diet in the aetiology of AMD.  You can get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including: * Monthly bonus conversations from our guests   * PDFs of reading material  linked to topics discussed in the podcast and perfect for your CPD * Summaries of the key learnings as a regular newsletter * Discussion with other subscribers All for just £25 per year, when you subscribe at eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe Produced by Daisy Chakoo at Rethink Audio. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    45 min

  5. OCT 9

    World Sight Day special with Dr Hunter Cherwek

    Over 1 billion people around the globe suffer the burden of avoidable sight impairment.  We talk to Hunter Cherwek,  the VP of Clinical Services for ORBIS, who has dedicated his entire working life to Global Ophthalmology. Hunter tells us how ORBIS is using its Cybersight educational platform, virtual reality simulation and AI, in combination with a myriad of community based projects, such as Women-led Green Vision Centres, to tackle the burden of avoidable sight impairment. An inspiring listen for anyone involved with eye-care, particularly today on World Sight Day. Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    53 min
  6. Professor Lyndon Jones: the expanding roles of optometrists

    SEP 20

    Professor Lyndon Jones: the expanding roles of optometrists

    From rugby-mad student DJ studying optometry in Cardiff,  to a clinical scientist in Canada who has published over 450 papers, Professor Lyndon Jones has had quite a journey. Lyndon talks about his passion for education and the use of social media to disseminate research findings, as well as * the expanding roles of optometrists and how this could be to the detriment of the fundamentals of optometric practice * the importance of treating ocular surface disease in the lead up to and following cataract surgery * future developments in contact lenses We finish off this captivating conversation with what M&S goodies he stocks up on when he is back in the UK. Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. Get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including: * Bonus 4min chat where Lyndon talks about his work with medicated contact lenses. * Four fantastic papers on this topic, as well as review articles on the treatment of dry eyes prior to and after cataract surgery - all in our newsletter for subscribers. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    53 min
  7. Prof. Keith Barton: Trabs, SLT & Elton John

    AUG 21

    Prof. Keith Barton: Trabs, SLT & Elton John

    We meet the man behind much of the evidence base for the surgical management of glaucoma, Prof. Keith Barton. Recorded in Belfast this summer, John & Dermot find out why trabeculectomy is still the gold standard in dropping intraocular pressure in advanced glaucoma to a level that's sufficient to halt progressive visual field loss - and why proper surgical training is so important. Along the way Prof Barton shares his incredible career path - from Belfast to Moorfields, Miami and back, and the story behind a lovely tribute from Elton John - as well as  what Ophthalmologists and Optometrists alike can learn from his groundbreaking studies. Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio.Get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including:* Bonus conversation on MIGs (minimally invasive glaucoma surgery) and patient education, as well as Barton's passion for cycling and fundraising work.* Monthly PDF of reading material  linked to topics discussed in the podcast and perfect for your CPD* Summaries of the key learnings as a regular newsletter This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 4m
  8. Future talk (Prof. Peter Scanlon)

    JUL 4

    Future talk (Prof. Peter Scanlon)

    How can AI in diabetic retinopathy screening be introduced, and what are its potential benefits and pitfalls? Professor Peter Scanlon shares his experiences. He also talks about the impact of obesity on the prevalence of diabetes globally and how this varies between different racial groups. Finally, he touches on how improved glycemic control with modern insulin delivery systems has reduced the incidence of sight threatening retinopathy. Don’t forget to check out our subscriber content and self-directed CPD material on our Eyes On Tomorrow Substack. Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    8 min
  9. Prof. Peter Scanlon: the 'Founding father’ of diabetic retinopathy screening

    JUL 3

    Prof. Peter Scanlon: the 'Founding father’ of diabetic retinopathy screening

    What was the motivation that led Professor Peter Scanlon to develop a digital screening service in Gloucestershire? And how did he transform this into a national screening program, which has been adopted in over 30 countries around the world?  John and Dermot learn how managing the finances of his contact lens practice, which he ran from his basement in Cheltenham, helped Peter to stand up to managers who wanted to take control of his research budgets. He shares his tips for dealing with bureaucracy and for a long and happy career, along with personal reflections on team building and leadership. Peter also tells us an amazing story of his encounter with a young Chinese girl with an unusual retinopathy. As he approaches his 70th birthday Professor Scanlon’s passion for his work, his desire to innovate and his empathy for his patients remain undiminished. Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio. Get full access to Eyes On Tomorrow, including: * a bonus conversation on AI developments  * Monthly PDF of reading material  linked to topics discussed in the podcast and perfect for your CPD * Summaries of the key learnings as a regular newsletter All for just £25 per year , when you subscribe at eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit eyesontomorrow.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr
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An Optometrist and an Ophthalmologist discuss - sometimes over a pint of Guinness - how these two previously fractious disciplines have been brought closer together. From different sides of the Irish border, John Ferris and Dermot Keogh know a thing or two about overcoming division. Their guests bring extensive experience and expertise from across the two sectors: they share their passion for all things optical, discuss how the fields of Optometry and Ophthalmology can learn from each other, and the medical developments that are just over the horizon. eyesontomorrow.substack.com

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