Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast

Dr. Beth Kangas is the Executive Director of the Zumbro Valley Medical Society and the Street Medicine Program. Tune in to hear how her work is bringing compassionate, community-based care directly to those who need it most. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today, we have the privilege of welcoming Dr. Edward Cordes, the chair of Lions KidSight USA Foundation. Listen in as we explore an inspiring journey and a heartfelt mission making a difference in children’s lives. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today, we’re joined by Dr. Barbara Tylka, an optometrist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester and founder of our multidisciplinary Dry Eye Clinic. She specializes in advanced dry eye and ocular surface disease. Tune in to hear practical dry eye strategies to improve clinic efficiency and patient experience Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today, we are joined by Dr. Jane Bailey, who is a comprehensive and neuro-ophthalmologist who made the bold decision mid-career to return to fellowship training. Tune in to hear Dr. Bailey’s journey of reinvention, service, and leadership in ophthalmology. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today we are joined by Mr. Brady Kaupa, a Mayo Clinic Department Optician. Tune in as we bring optical clarity on topics from tint to transitions and protection to 3D printing. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In today’s podcast, we visit with Dr. Michael Repka, current president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Tune in to hear about AAO leadership efforts including advocacy, from Medicare to medical code values. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today, we are joined by Joan Jaeger to discuss Hadley, a nonprofit that provides free practical and emotional support to older adults with acquired vision loss. Tune in to learn more about Hadley! Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Dr. Sophie Bakri is the Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic. She joins us today to share take aways from the recent annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Alan Marmorstein, Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of the Ophthalmic Regenerative Medicine program at Mayo Clinic. For more than three decades, Dr. Marmorstein has led pioneering work in inherited retinal diseases, age-related degeneration, and emerging gene and cell therapies. Tune in to hear about his innovative approach to translating bench science along with insights on mentorship and collaboration Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In today’s episode we’re excited to welcome Stacy Shamblott, the Aging Eyes Coordinator and a Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s State Services for the Blind. Tune in as we discuss helping individuals with vision loss adapt to life through community programs, low vision aids, and specialized training. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Thomas Oetting, an ophthalmologist and educator at the University of Iowa, who has shaped cataract surgery training worldwide. Tune in to hear about his impressive career, teaching philosophy, and passion for surgical education, plus some fascinating insights into the future of ophthalmology. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Today we are joined by Dr. Lindsay Warner, a pediatric and adult anesthesiologist at Mayo Clinic, and an expert in everything from fetal surgery to ophthalmic anesthesia. We’ll cover the anesthesiologists’ thoughts about eye surgery, sedation strategies and pediatric vs. adult considerations, and what ophthalmologists can do better in the OR. Don’t miss this one. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Join us for a deeper dive with Dr. Richard Lindstrom, as he reveals the business side of building a world-class practice. He shares his meticulous process for finding the perfect private equity firm to partner with for Minnesota Eye Consultants, discussing the inherent risks and rewards. We also get his unique insights on the future of ophthalmology—what's next for the industry and where the biggest opportunities for growth lie. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Richard Lindstrom, founder of Minnesota Eye Consultants. He shares his remarkable journey from construction management to becoming a leader in ophthalmic surgery and innovation. Discover how key mentors shaped his path through academia, the VA clinic, private practice, and his international contributions. We also hear his insights on mentoring, bringing his incredible career full circle. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Tune in to this special episode as we say goodbye to Dr. Andrea Tooley as our Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology podcast co-host. We will also welcome aboard Dr. Brittni Scruggs as my new co-host on our special program. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

Greg Griepentrog, oculoplastic surgeon and former senior medical director for a large academic ambulatory practice joins us today to talk about the changing state of healthcare, changing careers, leadership through change, and more. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on Twitter: @mayocliniceye

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Brittni Scruggs, our vitreoretinal surgeon colleague here at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Scruggs shares her interest and expertise in managing verbal harassment in the workplace. Tune in to hear about how prevalent these circumstances occur and a toolkit to aid in your management. The toolkit is as follows: https://webeye.ophth.uiowa.edu/eyeforum/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/Patient-Initiated-Harassment-toolkit.pdf The EyeRounds tutorial we wrote here: https://eyerounds.org/tutorials/sexual-harassment-toolkit/index.htm#gsc.tab=0 The workshop is published here: https://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.11096 Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Christopher Camp, a sports medicine surgeon at the Mayo Clinic to discuss his leadership of the “Mayo Clinic Optimization Project”. Dr. Camp shared insights to evaluating and improving our lives in regard to 10 interconnected domains. Tune in to appreciate how to live intentionally, consistently and better. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In this episode Retina Specialist, engineer and visionary in ocular research, Dr. Mark Humayun, shares his story about the development of the Argus II artificial retina. Tune in to hear about his inspiring career and the remarkable research pioneered in his lab. Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye

In today’s episode we are discussing 2 journal club articles relating to risk factors of glaucoma with our Mayo Clinic colleague Dr Arthur Sit. Long-Term Systemic Use of Calcium Channel Blockers and Incidence of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma - Ophthalmology Glaucoma Relationship between Intraocular Pressure Fluctuation and Visual Field Progression Rates in the United Kingdom Glaucoma Treatment Study - PubMed Subscribe to the podcast: https://MayoClinicOphthalmology.podbean.com Follow and reach out to us on X and IG: @mayocliniceye