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Thursday · 21 min
Cardiovascular Risk and Eye Health
Dr. Rukhsana Mirza is joined Dr. Dr. Anne Coleman. They discuss Dr. Coleman's study evaluating whether the Pooled Cohort Equations cardiovascular risk scores are associated with the future development and can predict future development of age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and hypertensive retinopathy. From her Ophthalmology article, "Cardiovascular Risk and Eye Health: A Cohort Study of the Pooled Cohort Equations and Ocular Disease Incidence." Cardiovascular Risk and Eye Health: A Cohort Study of the Pooled Cohort Equations and Ocular Disease Incidence. Sun D, et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 133, Issue 5, 645-653. The 2026–2027 BCSC Section 12: Retina and Vitreous features expanded updates on AMD and recently approved intravitreal injections and gene therapies, updated hydroxychloroquine guidance, 15 new surgical and diagnostic videos, and two interactive case studies. Order Section 12 today at www.aao.org/BCSC Join colleagues from around the world at AAO 2026, October 9-12 in New Orleans. Experience four days of expert education, hands-on learning, the Expo, meaningful connections and the moments that make this the ophthalmology event of the year. Advance registration savings end September 9. Register now at www.aao.org/RegNow
August 13 · 15 min
Stroke Risk after Ischemic Ocular Events
Dr. Rukhsana Mirza interviews ophthalmology residents Drs. Rita Vought and Victoria Vought on their recent study investigating clinical characteristics that impact ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack risk after the first retinal artery occlusion or amaurosis fugax among adults. From their Ophthalmology Retina article, "Stroke Risk after Ischemic Ocular Events: Insights from an Electronic Health Record Database." Vought V, et al. Stroke Risk after Ischemic Ocular Events: Insights from an Electronic Health Record Database. Ophthalmology Retina, 2026. Volume 10, Issue 7, 764-773. For more information about submitting to the Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology Special Collection, please visit https://www.aaojournal.org/ai-in-ophthalmology or email aaojournal@aao.org.
July 30 · 14 min
Ophthalmic Drug Shortages in the United States
How does a case of viral conjunctivitis lead to a study on ophthalmic drug shortages in the United States? Dr. Emily Schehlein finds out from Dr. Ian Pitha as they discuss his Ophthalmology article "Ophthalmic Drug Shortages in the United States: Survey of the University of Utah Drug Information Service Drug Shortage Database." Ophthalmic Drug Shortages in the United States: Survey of the University of Utah Drug Information Service Drug Shortage Database. Eakins R T, Nguyen Lowrie L, Stagg B C, et al. Ophthalmology. In press. Early registration for the 2026 AAO Annual Meeting ends on August 5. Secure your spot at https://www.aao.org/regnow For more information about submitting to the Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology Special Collection, please visit https://www.aaojournal.org/ai-in-ophthalmology or email aaojournal@aao.org.
July 15 · 18 min
Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology
A special episode hosted by Ophthalmology's Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Bennie Jeng. He is joined by Associate Editor Dr. Aaron Lee to announce our new special collection on Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology. They discuss how AI is already changing the practice of ophthalmology and medical publishing. Dr. Lee then outlines the types of articles we are looking for in our new special collection. For more information about submitting to the Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology Special Collection, please visit https://www.aaojournal.org/ai-in-ophthalmology.
July 2 · 16 min
Goniotomy Outcomes in the IRIS Registry
Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews Dr. Julia H. Joo and Dr. Ang Li on their study which used the IRIS® Registry to investigate the predictive factors for goniotomy success. From their Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, "Factors Associated with Goniotomy Outcomes in the United States." Factors Associated with Goniotomy Outcomes in the United States. Joo J, et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma. 2026. In press.
June 18 · 20 min
A New Visual Field for Hydroxychloroquine Screening
Dr. Rajesh Rao interviews Dr. Michael Marmor on his recent Ophthalmology Retina editorial, A New Visual Field for Hydroxychloroquine Screening, and discuss the performance of the Humphrey 24-2C visual field test for detecting parafoveal and pericentral hydroxychloroquine retinopathy. A New Visual Field for Hydroxychloroquine Screening. Marmor M. Ophthalmology Retina, Volume 10, Issue 3, 221-222.
June 4 · 18 min
Systemic Workup in Isolated Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy
Dr. Drew Carey interviews Dr. Avner Hostovsky on his study evaluating the diagnostic yield of a structured systemic workup in patients presenting with acute visual symptoms who were diagnosed with isolated paracentral acute middle maculopathy (PAMM). From his Ophthalmology article, "High Yield of Systemic Workup in Patients with Acute Isolated Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy." Hostovsky A, Peled I, Katz G, et al. High Yield of Systemic Workup in Patients with Acute Isolated Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy. Ophthalmology, 2025; 133, 499-505.
May 21 · 22 min
Detecting Inflammation in Fundus Photos Using Machine Learning
Dr. Drew Carey is joined by Drs. S. Saeed Mohammadi and Quan Dong Nguyen, authors of Ophthalmology Science's "Detecting Inflammation in Fundus Photographs Using Machine Learning." They discuss their study investigating the use of AI in the diagnosis of uveitis from ultra-widefield fundus photographs. Detecting Inflammation in Fundus Photographs Using Machine Learning. Mohammadi S, Yavari N, Saengsirinavin A, et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 6, Issue 2.
May 7 · 17 min
Hydrus Microstent Clinical Outcomes for Open-Angle Glaucoma
Dr. Thomas Johnson returns to the podcast. Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews him on his study to assess the clinical outcomes of Hydrus Microstent implantation with cataract extraction for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma. From the Ophthalmology Glaucoma article, Clinical Outcomes of Hydrus Microstent Implantation for Open-Angle Glaucoma: Results from a Large Academic Center. Clinical Outcomes of Hydrus Microstent Implantation for Open-Angle Glaucoma. Hamilton, Natalie R. et al. Ophthalmology Glaucoma, Volume 9, Issue 1, 48 - 61
April 23 · 18 min
ChatGPT-4o Responses to Patient Questions
How accurate is ChatGPT responding to patient questions at a 6th grade reading level vs. a 12th grade reading level? Find out in this episode as Drs. Rukhsana Mirza and Angelo Tanna discuss their Ophthalmology Science article, "Accuracy and Readability of Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer-4 Omni in Answering Ophthalmology Patient Questions." Accuracy and Readability of Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer-4 Omni in Answering Ophthalmology Patient Questions. Hamzeh, Nikoo et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 6, Issue 2. Looking for ways to give back? By becoming an EyeCare America volunteer, you could help provide eye care to those in your community most in need, from the comfort of your own office. EyeCare America, established by the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 1985 as the first public service program for eye care, connects uninsured and underinsured patients 18 and over in need of medical eye exams with local ophthalmologists. Visit eyecareamerica.org for more info.
April 9 · 18 min
Autofluorescence in Retinal Detachments
Dr. Rukhsana Mirza sits down with Dr. Avni P. Finn to discuss her Ophthalmology Science article, "Ultra-Widefield Fundus Autofluorescence Findings as an Indicator of Duration in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment," which used ultra-widefield color fundus photography and fundus autofluorescence to assess patients with rhegmatogenous retinal detachment, relating clinical features to imaging findings and comparing between the 2 imaging modalities. Ultra-Widefield Fundus Autofluorescence Findings as an Indicator of Duration in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment. Zhang, David L. et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 6, Issue 2. Working on new research? Researchers around the world are already submitting abstracts for AAO 2026. If you're preparing a paper, poster, or video, now is the time to share it. Abstract submissions close April 14. Submit your abstract today. Visit aao.org/pod26.
March 26 · 25 min
Rate and Rationale for Vitrectomy after Pneumatic Retinopexy
Dr. Rajesh Rao interviews Dr. Bradley T. Smith on his study to report the rate and rationale for vitrectomy after retinal detachment repair with pneumatic retinopexy, from his Ophthalmology Retina article, "Rate and Rationale for Vitrectomy after Pneumatic Retinopexy." Rate and Rationale for Vitrectomy after Pneumatic Retinopexy. Smith, Bradley T. et al. Ophthalmology Retina, Volume 9, Issue 11, 1053 – 1061. Looking for ways to give back? By becoming an EyeCare America volunteer, you could help provide eye care to those in your community most in need, from the comfort of your own office. EyeCare America, established by the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 1985 as the first public service program for eye care, connects uninsured and underinsured patients 18 and over in need of medical eye exams with local ophthalmologists. Visit eyecareamerica.org for more info.
March 12 · 20 min
Using AI LLMs For Extracting Eye Exam Findings from EHR Notes
With the current AI boom, physicians are looking for ways to use this new technology in their practices. Dr. Edmund Tsui interviews Dr. Sophia Y. Wang on her Ophthalmology Science article, "Leveraging Large Language Models with Sequential Prompting to Extract Eye Examination Findings from Free-Text Ophthalmology Notes," which showed that LLMs are capable of efficient, automated, and accurate extraction of relevant information from ophthalmology free-text progress notes. Leveraging Large Language Models with Sequential Prompting to Extract Eye Examination Findings from Free-Text Ophthalmology Notes. Ruan, Franklin Y. et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 6, Issue 1. If you're working on research right now, consider sharing your latest research at AAO 2026. Abstract submissions for papers, posters, and videos are open now, through April 14. It's a great opportunity to present your work — and connect with colleagues from around the world. Start your submission today at aao.org/pod26.
February 26 · 24 min
Ophthalmology Transfers to an Academic Trauma Center
Dr. Edmund Tsui is joined by Dr. Shu Feng, author of Ophthalmology's Assessing the Efficacy of Ophthalmic Transfers to an Academic Level 1 Trauma Hospital, to discuss her study of ophthalmic transfers to an academic level 1 trauma center and the accuracy of transferring diagnoses and rate of intervention after transfer. Assessing the Efficacy of Ophthalmic Transfers to an Academic Level 1 Trauma Hospital. Hopkin, Blake et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 133, Issue 1, 24 – 30.
February 12 · 40 min
American Glaucoma Society's 40th Anniversary
We're celebrating the American Glaucoma Society's 40th Anniversary! Dr. Emily Schehlein interviews three glaucoma luminaries, previous AGS Presidents, and guest editors for Ophthalmology Glaucoma's AGS 40th Anniversary special issue: Dr. Steven Gedde, Dr. Carla Siegfried, and Dr. Greg Skuta. Together they discuss the past, present, and future of the AGS, advancements in the treatment of glaucoma, and share their personal stories of mentorship and community within the society. Read Ophthalmology Glaucoma's American Glaucoma Society 40th Anniversary supplement issue here: https://www.ophthalmologyglaucoma.org/issue/S2589-4196(25)X0006-5 To find out more about the AGS, how to join, and get involved visit: https://www.americanglaucomasociety.net/home Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on February 25, 2026, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html
January 29 · 25 min
GLP-1RA Use and Risk of Neovascular AMD
It's our 100th episode! Dr. Rukhsana Mirza sits down with Drs. Aleksandra V. Rachitskaya and Kevin C. Allan to discuss their retrospective study using the TriNetX network to investigate the risk of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in patients taking glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs). From their Ophthalmology Retina article, "Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use and Risk of Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration in a National Cohort Study." Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use and Risk of Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration in a National Cohort Study. Allan, Kevin C. et al. Ophthalmology Retina. In press Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on February 25, 2026, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html
January 15 · 17 min
Adalimumab vs. Conventional Immunosuppression for Uveitis
Dr. Edmund Tsui and author Dr. Douglas A. Jabs discuss the results of the ADVISE Trial, designed to compare adalimumab to conventional immunosuppressive drugs for the treatment of non-infectious intermediate, posterior, and panuveitides. From Dr. Jab's Ophthalmology article, "Adalimumab vs. Conventional Immunosuppression for Uveitis (ADVISE) Trial." Adalimumab vs. Conventional Immunosuppression for Uveitis (ADVISE) Trial. Jabs, Douglas A. et al. Ophthalmology. In press. Sign up for the next Ophthalmology Journal Virtual Club on February 25, 2026, at https://store.aao.org/ophthalmology-virtual-journal-club.html
Dec 18, 2025 · 21 min
Age-Related Macular Degeneration and the Gut Microbiome
Our newest host and Social Media Editor, Dr. Rukhsana Mirza, interviews Dr. Phoebe Lin. Together, they discuss Dr. Lin's study on whether an intestinal microbial signature is associated with advanced age-related macular degeneration and the relationship between the microbiota and AMD genetic risk. From her Ophthalmology Science article, "Age-related Eye Disease Studies Supplements and Genetic Risk Score Are Crucial Determinants of Intestinal Microbial Alterations in Advanced Age-Related Macular Degeneration." Dr. Phoebe Lin is an editor for Ophthalmology Science. Age-related Eye Disease Studies Supplements and Genetic Risk Score Are Crucial Determinants of Intestinal Microbial Alterations in Advanced Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Dadgar, Neda et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 6, Issue 1.
Dec 4, 2025 · 15 min
Elevated Intraocular Pressure after Cataract Surgery and Risk of Glaucoma
Dr. Emily Schehlein is joined by Dr. Cecilia S. Lee and Dr Parisa Taravati, authors of "Elevated Intraocular Pressure Immediately after Cataract Surgery and Future Risk of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in the IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight)." Together they discuss the associations between postoperative intraocular pressure after cataract surgery and the future risk of developing primary open-angle glaucoma in patients without prior glaucoma, glaucoma suspect, or ocular hypertension diagnoses. Elevated Intraocular Pressure Immediately after Cataract Surgery and Future Risk of Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in the IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight). Gim, Nayoon et al. Ophthalmology Science, Volume 5, Issue 6.
Nov 20, 2025 · 18 min
Outpatient Oral Doxycycline vs. IV Penicillin for Syphilitic Uveitis
Dr. Edmund Tsui interviews Dr. Brian C. Toy on his retrospective cohort study which shows that oral doxycycline clinical and serologic outcomes are comparable to IV penicillin for syphilitic uveitis, published in Ophthalmology. From "Outpatient Oral Doxycycline versus Intravenous Penicillin for Syphilitic Uveitis." Outpatient Oral Doxycycline versus Intravenous Penicillin for Syphilitic Uveitis. Bao, Yicheng K. et al. Ophthalmology, Volume 132, Issue 12, 1457 - 1459.

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