Episode 430: Journal Club Discussion Including of Loss to Follow-up in PDR, GLP-1 Agonists and Diabetic Retinopathy, and URiM Applicant Review and Bias

Dr. Louie Cai is joined by his former co-residents Drs. Ollya Fromal and Anand Gopal to discuss their experiences during fellowship and whether they would do it again.

Dr. Steve Charles joins to discuss the state of the vitreoretinal field in 2024 both surgically and in terms of practice structure and delivery.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Dr. Omar Shakir joins to discuss in-office vitreoretinal surgery, including a deep dive on pros/cons, effects for the healthcare system at large, and how he responds to major criticisms.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Shakir is a shareholder in iOR Partners.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Drs. Yoshi Yonekawa and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the June 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Four recently matched medical students into ophthalmology residency join to discuss their experiences in the residency match.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Drs. Kat Talcott and Sarwar Zahid join to preview the May 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Zahid has equity in Eyedaptic.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Drs. Avni Finn, Basil Williams, and Yoshihiro Yonekawa join to discuss their biggest learning pearls from the 2024 Vit-Buckle Society Annual Meeting.Relevant Financial Disclosures: NoneYou can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi

Dr. Marianeli Rodriguez joins to preview the April 2024 edition of Retinal Physician, found online at http://www.retinalphysician.com.Relevant Financial Disclosures: Dr. Sridhar has consulted for Genentech and Regeneron.You can claim CME credits for prior episodes via the AAO website. Visit https://www.aao.org/browse-multimedia?filter=Audi