Seeing Clearly: A Pre-Clerkship's Guide to All Things Ophthalmology

EN : 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! Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum FR : 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!

EN : 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! Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum FR : 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!

EN: 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! Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum FR: 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’inspiration derrière son livre "Le Glaucome" - Des conseils pour les étudiants en médecine/résidents - Son musicien préféré!

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. Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

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. Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

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. Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Sapna Sharan, a pediatric and adult strabismus ophthalmologist at the Western University. She currently holds the position of Associate Professor at the Western University and was the Director of the Undergraduate Medical Education Curriculum for Ophthalmology for 9 years. She is the mentorship lead in the Department of Ophthalmology at Schulich School of Medicine, and a part of the accreditation process, and policy-subcommittee at Schulich. Dr Sharan has undergone broad training. She graduated from medical school at Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry University, India. After finishing Ophthalmology residency with the National Academy of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, she fellowship trained in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Save Sight Institute/Sydney Eye Hospital, University of Sydney and then at the IWK Health Centre, Dalhousie University, Halifax. Dr. Sharan is also trained in glaucoma with fellowship training at Toronto Western Hospital, University of Toronto.She has a keen interest in teaching and a special research interest in Pediatric Glaucomas. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Sharan’s unique journey to and within ophthalmology. Dr Sharan’s experience training in different countries and her work now. A day in Dr Sharan’s life. Dr Sharan’s advice for learners. Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Anne Xuan-Lan Nguyen, Dr. Ojas Srivastava and Dr Anastasiya Vinokurtseva, three PGY-1 ophthalmology residents. Dr. Nguyen completed her Doctor of Medicine at McGill University in 2023. She has a passion for grassroot community service, research, and medical education. She is currently an ophthalmology resident at the University of Toronto. Outside of medicine, Dr. Nguyen enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, flag football, hockey, as well as discovering new restaurants. Dr. Srivastava initially grew up in the GTA and then moved out west to Alberta in Grade 6. Since then, he received his MD a few months ago in 2023 and is now starting first year residency in Ophthalmology at the University of Alberta. He has a passion for mentorship and hopes to get involved with medical education/teaching throughout residency. Outside of work, Dr. Srivastava enjoys staying active, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and can never say no to a game of spikeball. Dr. Vinokurtseva completed both her Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Honours) and Doctor of Medicine at Western University. She completed Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery research fellowship at Prism Eye Institute & University of Toronto with Dr. Ike Ahmed, prior to returning to Western University for Ophthalmology residency. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, DIY projects, working out, gardening, cooking and traveling. In this episode, we discuss: Each resident’s unique journey to ophthalmology. Dr. Vinokurtseva’s experience completing a research fellowship. Dr. Nguyen’s experience matching to a school that is not her home school. Dr. Srivastava’s experience parallel planning during the matching process. Their advice for learners. Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Radha Kohly, medical retina specialist at the University of Toronto. Dr. Radha Kohly is a fellowship-trained medical retina specialist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the Kensington Eye Institute. She is an associate professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences (DOVS) at the University of Toronto (UofT). Dr. Kohly obtained her fellowship in medical retina from Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, England after completing her residency in ophthalmology at the University of Toronto. Prior to medical school at McMaster University, she obtained her PhD in visual psychophysics. Dr. Kohly’s has a broad medical retina practice which includes screening and treatment of retinopathy of prematurity, diagnosing inherited retinal diseases and performing occasionally pneumatic retinopexies. She contributes significantly to teaching medical retina and cataract surgery to residents. Her research portfolio is growing and most recently has focussed on sex-disparities across a variety of measures in ophthalmology. Dr Kohly is the Vice Chair for Faculty Development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Wellness at DOVS at UofT. She is also a doting mother to 4 children between the ages of 6-14. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Kohly’s unique journey to and within ophthalmology. Dr. Kohly’s experience being a female surgeon Dr. Kohly’s work on what it means to “become a micro-revolutionary” Advice for learners (medical students and residents) Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Alain Proulx, comprehensive ophthalmologist at the Ivey Eye Institute with a clinical interest in neuro-ophthalmology. Dr Proulx currently holds the position of associate professor at Western University and was the director of the Western University Ophthalmology Residency Program until July 2020 after 13 years in that post. Prior to entering medical school, Dr. Proulx completed a Master's degree in Neuroscience at Western University, and most recently he completed a Master's degree in Medical Education through the University of Cincinnati. Both his undergraduate and postgraduate (ophthalmology) medical training were completed through the Schulich School of Medicine at Western University, with neuro-ophthalmology training carried out on an elective basis during ophthalmology residency at the Kellogg Eye Center (Ann Arbor, Michigan) and the Kresge Eye Institute (Detroit, Michigan). Dr. Proulx's main areas of academic interest include temporal arteritis and optic neuropathies, as well as medical education. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family skiing, traveling, playing games, & cycling. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Ike Ahmed, a leader in novel treatments for glaucoma, cataract, and lens implant surgery. Dr Ahmed’s pioneering work in innovative glaucoma surgery includes coining the term microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). Dr Ahmed is a Professor and the Director of the Alan S. Crandall Center for Glaucoma and Innovation at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. He is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto, a research director at the Kensington Eye Institute and the director of the Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery (GAASS) fellowship at the University of Toronto. In addition, he is the head of the ophthalmology division at Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, Ontario. He’s recognized as one of the most experienced complex eye surgeons in the world. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Dara Onasanya, a current PGY-4 ophthalmology resident at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Onasanya was born in Lagos, Nigeria, but mainly grew up in Saskatchewan. His hobbies include: working out, listening to music (mainly hip hop and R&B), fashion, film, basketball, and soccer. He completed his Medical school at the university of Saskatchewan and is now a current University of Manitoba ophthalmology resident, in his 4th year of training. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Helen Chung, an ophthalmologist at the University of Calgary. Dr. Helen Chung completed her undergraduate degree and medical school at the University of Alberta. She then went on to complete her ophthalmology residency training at the University of Calgary and graduated in 2018. She currently works in Calgary as a comprehensive ophthalmologist and is also the program director of the University of Calgary ophthalmology program. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Mark Bona, an eye physician and surgeon at the Kingston Health Sciences Center in Kingston, Ontario. Dr. Bona serves as an Assistant Professor at Queen's University in the Department of Ophthalmology with a cross-appointment to the School of Rehabilitation Therapy. He is also the postgraduate program director for the Department of Ophthalmology. On completion of his ophthalmology residency at Queen’s University, Dr. Bona undertook a traveling fellowship in Vision Rehabilitation. He is currently the acting Chair of the Canadian Vision Rehabilitation Society, and is currently the director of the South East Ontario Vision Rehabilitation Service. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Nupura Bakshi, a medical retina and uveitis specialist and Associate Professor in the Department of OPhthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of Toronto. After residency training at the University of Toronto, Dr. Bakshi completed fellowships in both Retina and Uveitis at the National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bakshi has a special interest in medical and surgical education, and advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in medicine. She is serving as the inaugural Chair of the EDI Working Group for the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS). She is the Vice Chair of Clinical Services and Quality for the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences and is a member of the Diversity Advisory Council for the Temerty Faculty of Medicine at the University of Toronto. She has won multiple teaching awards for her efforts in training residents and fellows. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Keean Nanji, a third year ophthalmology resident at McMaster University and one of our new resident advisors for Eye Curriculum. Dr. Keean Nanji is also pursuing a MSc in Health Research Methodology at McMaster University. Prior to beginning his residency, he completed his medical and undergraduate education also at McMaster University. Keean aims to pursue his passion for ophthalmology through a combination of advocacy, clinical work, and research. His research interests are broad, but he is fascinated by evidence synthesis and in the use and interpretation of patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) in clinical practice. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Mahadev Bhalla (PGY-2) and Dr. Carter Lim (PGY-3), both current Ophthalmology residents at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Mahadev Bhalla is a second year ophthalmology resident at the University of British Columbia. He initially completed his Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences at Queen's University. He then returned home to BC to complete his medical degree at UBC. His past research has been in medical imaging in topics including glaucoma, retinal pathologies and prior to that in Alzheimer’s disease/Dementia. He has been involved in his community by being an active blood donor and organizing blood drives, as well as creating a South Asian Health Club in his first year of medical school to conduct blood pressure clinics at Sikh temples. His other interests include exploring new restaurants, spending time in the mountains either hiking or skiing, and playing racquet sports. Dr. Carter Lim is a third year ophthalmology resident physician at the University of British Columbia. He completed an undergraduate degree at Western University and medical school at the University of Ottawa. He is a previous scholar of the Eye Foundations of Canada, and has a passion for mentorship and teaching. His past research includes projects in glaucoma and cataract surgery; and he is currently expanding his interests into the area of OCT-A imaging. Outside of work, Carter enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing sports, and is a hobbyist photographer. He is a supporter of, well what he describes, as the best football club in the world, Liverpool. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Carlos Solarte. Dr. Carlos Eduardo Solarte finished his medical training at Universidad del Cauca, Colombia (1994). Training continued with a specialization in Ophthalmology from the Barraquer Institute in Colombia (1999). Dr. Solarte also completed a fellowship in Ocular diagnosis of the eye from Barraquer Institute and Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus from the University of Toronto (2005). Dr. Solarte also has a Master in Public Health (Epidemiology) and Fellowship in Health System Improvement from the University of Alberta. In addition, he is attending the University of Maastricht (Netherlands) for a Master in Health Professions Education. Dr. Solarte has been involved in Global Health and capacity building for over 20 years. He has been part of the Flying Eye Hospital of Orbis International, where he has been Chief Ophthalmologist, Medical Director and Director of the FEH. Dr. Solarte has participated in over 60 international FEH and country-based programs as staff or invited volunteer faculty. Dr. Solarte is the Residency Program Director for Ophthalmology at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. In this episode, we discuss: Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Lorenz Kuske a physician from Switzerland who completed his ophthalmology training in 2019 and then proceeded to begin a Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery (GAASS) 2-year fellowship here in Canada with Dr Ike Ahmed and his team at the University of Toronto. Dr Kuske also has a great passion for teaching which led him to start his Youtube channel for ophthalmology residents called “Learn About Eyes”. So without further ado, we’d love to introduce Dr Kuske. In this episode, we discuss: - What drew Dr. Kuske to the field of ophthalmology? - The GAAS fellowship Dr. Kuske is completing. - Differences Dr. Kuske has noticed practicing and training internationally vs. in Canada. - Dr. Kuske’s Youtube Channel: “Learn About Eyes” https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmaOnyOGud8wmZRioZYKFFQ Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum

In this episode of Seeing Clearly, Emaan Chaudry and Danielle Solish talk to Dr. Nina Ahuja an ophthalmologist at McMaster University. Dr. Nina Ahuja graduated from med school at McMaster University after which she completed residency in ophthalmology at University of Ottawa. She began her surgical practice in Hamilton in 2003 and was a key contributor in establishing the ophthalmology residency program at McMaster, a program that started in 2005. Dr. Ahuja is an Associate Clinical Professor and Academic Division Head for Ophthalmology at McMaster, as well as President of ACUPO, the Association of Canadian University Professors of Ophthalmology. She is also an award-winning medical educator, a certified health executive, a certified emotional intelligence instructor, author of bestselling book Stress in Medicine, and founder of Docs in Leadership, an organization she created to promote and deliver leadership education to healthcare professionals. She has been an invited guest on several podcasts in Canada and the US to talk about leadership education and physician wellness. She writes a blog for Psychology Today called, "Striving High: Understanding the unique joys and stresses of high achievers." In this episode, we discuss: - What drew Dr Ahuja to the field of ophthalmology. - Dr Ahuja’s experience being a female surgeon, including challenges and advice she has for future female surgeons / physicians. - Dr Ahuja’s Docs in Leadership Program (https://www.docsinleadership.org/) and her new Managing Stress in Med School and Residency Program (https://www.docsinleadership.org/programs). Check out our website: www.eyecurriculum.com Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/EyeCurriculum Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EyeCurriculum