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In this episode, Dr. Ian Han joins me to discuss his tips for residents transitioning from early beginners to senior leaders in their program. Dr. Han is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and Director of Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery at the University of Iowa. We also discuss his expertise in retinal imaging, keys to interpretation, and the mentors who guided him to where he is today.

Dr. Uday Devgan, founder and host of the world recognized CataractCoach.com, joins to give his advice on how residents can maximize their potential as developing surgeons! Check out all his great surgical videos,  full curriculum, and amazing free Cataract Coach PDF book all at CataractCoach.com  

You got your loupes, your lenses, your super “cool” callbag but don’t worry your’re not alone! Listen in as four second-year ophthalmology residents share their tips to help you survive the craziness of ophthalmology call.

Episode Description: Dr. Jay Sridhar returns to the podcast for a special episode where we focus in on mentoring. We talk broadly about mentorship, addressing our own blind spots, and our personal development in the process of helping those around us. Be sure to check out more of Dr. Sridhar on Straight from the Cutter’s Mouth: A Retina Podcast and on twitter @RetinaPodcast

Dr. Daniel Moore returns to the podcast in today’s episode. Dr. Daniel Moore serves as the ophthalmology residency program director at the University of Kentucky where he is an associate professor and glaucoma specialist. We discuss global ophthalmology, the collegiality and kind culture fostered by the residents and faculty at UK, and takeaways from their DEI recruitment efforts. To hear more about Dr. Moore and the University of Kentucky Department of Ophthalmology Residency Program check out

Dr. Nayasha Madhan is today’s guest! She is finishing her final year of ophthalmology residency at Ohio State University with plans to pursue glaucoma fellowship. She talks about her path to ophthalmology, her reasons for choosing glaucoma, life in Columbus, and her love for Jeni’s ice cream. To see more of her story, check her out on Twitter @DrBuckEYE19

Dr. Andrew Williams is today’s guest! He is currently a faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh and practices as a glaucoma specialist and comprehensive ophthalmologist. We talk about his story in ophthalmology, the mentors and experiences he has had along the way, and life in Pittsburgh. He was also awarded a grant to use for his research with the AAO’s IRIS Registry and has studied a variety of topics with important clinical implications such as loss to follow up in glaucoma patients. To see more of his story, check him out on Twitter @Andrew920

In this episode, Chris Cho chats with recently matched applicants in the 2022 ophthalmology residency cycle. With another year of virtual interviews and uncertainty regarding the match process, we discuss what made us successful in matching into ophthalmology residency. Please reach out if you have any other questions! Panel: Gabriella Schmuter (Twitter: @GSchmuter) Med School: City University of New York School of Medicine Residency: Weill Cornell Joana Andoh (Twitter: @jandohknows) Med School: Yale University Residency: Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Chris Cho (Twitter: @chrischo_md) Med School: University of Missouri-Columbia Incoming resident at Vanderbilt Eye Institute

In this episode, Arhem chats with Dr. Geeta Lalwani, who is is the founder of Rocky Mountain Retina Associates, where she specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of retinal diseases. Prior to Rocky Mountain Retina, Dr. Lalwani was with the University of Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology. She completed her fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, ophthalmology residency at Case Western Reserve, and received her M.D. from Drexel University. Dr. Lalwani is the contributing author of Chapter 7 of Women in Ophthalmology (https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030593346) and discusses building a clinical practice and reputation with Arhem, as well as the importance of mentorship.

Today’s guest is Dr. Shanika Esparaz! Dr. Esparaz is a private practice ophthalmologist in the Cleveland area. She practices a unique mix of comprehensive ophthalmology and medical retina. Dr. Esparaz completed medical school at Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine and completed her training in ophthalmology and vitreoretinal disease at Boston University. In this episode we discuss Dr. Esparaz’s path to ophthalmology, the failures and struggles she’s faced along the way, and her tips for students and residents on their career paths. We also talk social media and the the many opportunities it has afforded Dr. Esparaz since completing her training. To see more of Dr. Esparaz’s story check her out on Instagram @shani_esparazmd and Twitter @shaniesparazmd