Diagnosis Glaucoma

In this episode, Dr. Mona Kaleem speaks with Dr. Ethan Lester, a clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychology in Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School who works with patients at Mass Eye and Ear navigating chronic eye disease and vision loss. Together, they discuss the bi-directional relationship between chronic eye conditions (such as glaucoma) and mental health and the impact th...

In this episode, Dr. Mona Kaleem speaks with Dr. Sandra Sieminski, a glaucoma specialist and expert in laser-based glaucoma surgery, who currently serves as Interim Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University at Buffalo’s Ross Eye Institute. Together, they explore cyclophotocoagulation (CPC) and its evolution from traditional transscleral approaches to modern micropulse laser techni...

In this episode, Dr. Mona Kaleem interviews Dr. Reena Garg, a glaucoma specialist and clinician-educator in Rockville, Maryland. They discuss the XEN Gel Stent—a newer surgical option—and contrast it with traditional trabeculectomy. The conversation covers differences in candidacy for each procedure, their respective advantages and limitations, and the differences in postoperative recovery.

In this episode, Dr. Harry Quigley interviews Dr. Bryce Chiang, a clinician-scientist at the Wilmer Eye Institute who studies glaucoma pathogenesis and treatment from a biomedical-engineering perspective. They discuss how the biomechanics of the sclera—the eye’s white outer layer—may influence Glaucoma development. They also talk about Dr. Chiang’s ongoing research in drug delivery to the eye, neu...

In this episode, Dr. Quigley interviews Dr. Aakriti Garg Shukla, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Medical Center. They discuss clinical trials investigating the role of nicotinamide (vitamin B3) and pyruvate in preventing retinal damage in glaucoma. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem interviews Delcora Huggins, a 3rd year medical student conducting research in Ophthalmology. They discuss barriers to glaucoma medication adherence and common problems that patients face while administering eye drops. They also discuss various solutions to address these problems, including optimal drop administering technique and 4 drop aids on the market (AutoDrop, Aut...

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem interviews Dr. Leon W. Herndon Jr., MD about the importance of family history in the screening and treatment of glaucoma. In the latter half of the episode, they also discuss new initiatives to help improve glaucoma screening.

In this episode, Dr. Quigley interviews Dr. Gary Novack, PhD about the development and FDA approval process of eye drop medications for glaucoma. Towards the end of the podcast, they discuss the following article about recalled eye drops: https://health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlines/fda-recalls-3-brands-of-eye-drops-what-patients-need-to-know-/2023/03  

In this episode, Dr. Quigley talks with Dr. David Friedman, MD, PhD, about his research on angle closure glaucoma and how to best treat it. Dr. Friedman is the Alfred and Diane Kaneb Chair in Ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear and the Director of the Glaucoma Division at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Institute. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem talks with Dr. Jennifer Thorne about uveitis (inflammation of the eye) and how it can lead to glaucoma. Jennifer Thorne, M.D., Ph. D., is the Cross Family Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, where she is also chief of the Division of Ocular Immunology

In this episode, Dr. Quigley interviews Dr. Osamah Saeedi (Director of the Glaucoma Division and Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Maryland) about his research on how blood flow affects glaucoma. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem speaks with Dr. Larry (Lawrence) Geyman about different types of visual changes that patients with glaucoma can experience, such as changes in contrast sensitivity, motion sensitivity, and visual crowding. 

In this episode, Dr. Quigley talks with Dr. James Brandt, whose research focuses on childhood-onset glaucoma. Dr. Brandt is Professor of Ophthalmology & Vision Science, Director of the Glaucoma Service and Vice-Chair for International Programs & New Technologies at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento, California. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem speaks with Dr. Emily Schehlein about an article she co-authored which reviews recent research studies about mindfulness and dietary supplements as complementary treatments for patients with glaucoma. Her article can be found at the following link: https://glaucomatoday.com/articles/2022-mar-apr/novel-treatments-for-the-poor-surgical-candidate?c4src=search:feed

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem talks with Dr. Jampel about how to determine a target intraocular pressure for patients with glaucoma. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem talks with Beth Glassman about her experience as a patient with glaucoma. They discuss various tips that Beth has found helpful for increasing accessibility in her everyday environment. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem speaks with Dr. Jella An about glaucoma treatments which are an alternative to daily eye drops. They discuss what these treatments are, how long they last, and who might be a good candidate. 

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem speaks with Dr. Anisa Gire about dry eye disease and how it impacts patients with glaucoma.

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem talks with Dr. Jithin Yohannan about what artificial intelligence is and how it could add value to glaucoma care.

In this episode, Dr. Quigley is joined by Dr. Ian Pitha to discuss recent advances in the area of glaucoma surgery research

In this episode, Dr. Quigley and Dr. Ramulu discuss how to manage the challenges with daily activities that can occur for patients with glaucoma. 

In this episode, Dr. Quigley talks with Dr. Pradeep Ramulu about the problems that patients with glaucoma can face in completing daily tasks such as driving, reading, and recognizing others.

In this episode, Dr. Elyse McGlumphy talks with Dr. Kaleem about her research using iCare Tonometry, an innovative technology for measuring intraocular pressure at home.

In this episode, Dr. Kaleem and Dr. Quigley discuss what lifestyle habits patients with glaucoma can adopt to complement their regular treatments.

In this episode, Dr. Quigley and Dr. Kaleem discuss what the science says about the usage of medical marijuana for glaucoma.