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  182: CataractCoach Podcast 182: Matthew Brink MD 20.09.2026 59мин

  At the recent Midwest Glaucoma Symposium at the Cleveland Clinic, I learned so much from a presentation by Dr Matthew Brink about the benefits of phaco in glaucoma patients. He has some very keen insights and he made the point that it deserves further research and that his findings would benefit from further inquiry. This is the mark of a true expert because the more we know, the more we realize how much more there is to know. This podcast covers that topic but also the rewards and challenges of building his new private practice and the strive to get every patient his best. Very inspiring and truly a future leader in our field, so it's great to enjoy interacting with him at this earlier stage. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Plea
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  181: CataractCoach Podcast 181: Tushya Om Parkash MD 13.09.2026 59мин

  At a recent ophthalmology meeting, I found a speaker with so many insightful pearls that I found myself taking quite a few notes. That speaker is Dr Tushya Om Parkash, an incredibly talented, high volume cataract surgeon who changed the way that I think about certain situations and challenges in cataract surgery. He runs the Om Parkash Eye Institute in Amritsar, India and also coordinates the Intra-ocular Implant and Refractive Society of India (IIRSI) winter meeting in his home city. I look forward to attending this meeting in person in early 2027 and encourage you to do the same. This podcast covers many truly insightful pearls which will elevate your cataract surgery skills. I know for certain that you will gain knowledge and your patients will benefit from you learning from this podcast. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starti
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  180: CataractCoach Podcast 180: Guillermo Rocha MD 06.09.2026 56мин

  Leading one of the first ophthalmology residency programs in North America, Professor Guillermo Rocha is the Chairman of Ophthalmology at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is redefining the future of ophthalmology with pioneering leadership in transformative research, from breakthrough AI integration and advanced robotics to genetic therapies. Known for his incredible designer surgery philosophy, Dr. Rocha approaches complex corneal procedures with unparalleled mastery and customization. I had the pleasure of visiting his department in May 2026 and I was really amazed at the incredible team that is McGill ophthalmology. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  179: CataractCoach Podcast 179: Filomena Ribeiro MD 30.08.2026 57мин

  There is so much to learn from the brilliant Professor Filomena Ribeiro from Portugal, a true leader in ophthalmology. A a recent President of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) and a clinical powerhouse, Dr. Ribeiro uniquely holds a PhD in biomedical engineering. We dive into her trailblazing research on personalized eye models, ray-tracing software, and functional vision. Dr. Ribeiro also discusses her remarkable global leadership, from expanding ESCRS surgical simulation labs to spearheading vital humanitarian, sustainability, and inclusive initiatives. Get inspired by a visionary who is redefining the future of patient care. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  178: CataractCoach Podcast 178: Richard Packard MD 23.08.2026 1ч 2мин

  There is so much to learn from Dr Richard Packard, a true legend in ophthalmology with decades of experience teaching thousands of surgeons worldwide. He takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of phacoemulsification and IOLs. We explore the fierce historical resistance to early cataract innovations, the paradigm shift brought by foldable lenses, and the physics of fluidics. He also shares game-changing surgical pearls, from the soft chop technique to the future of robotics in the operating room. I am sure you will enjoy this memorable masterclass in ophthalmic surgery. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  177: CataractCoach Podcast 177: Richard Mackool MD 16.08.2026 1ч 6мин

  Our guest is a truly gifted surgeon, mentor to many (including me), innovator, and a legendary ophthalmologist, Dr. Richard Mackool. Widely recognized for his groundbreaking work in cataract surgery fluidics and techniques, Dr. Mackool has achieved a remarkable documented posterior capsule rupture rate of less than one in a thousand. Driven by a unique engineering mindset rooted in his early days fixing cars with his father, his lifelong passion for experimentation has transformed surgical workflows. Join us as we dive into his career, his key innovations, and his inspiring philosophy on happiness, curiosity, and continuous learning. One of my favorite podcasts ever! We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  176: CataractCoach Podcast 176: Jod Mehta MD 09.08.2026 54мин

  Our guest is Professir Jod Mehta is an accomplished eye surgeon and scientist based in Singapore. Raised in the UK, he trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital before moving to Singapore, where he has lived for nearly two decades. He currently serves as the executive director of the Singapore Eye Research Institute (SERI). A prolific researcher, Dr. Mehta has published over 600 papers and holds numerous medical device patents, notably developing the Endoglide for corneal transplants. In this podcast he shares great insights about the future of refractive and corneal surgery. So much to learn from him! We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  175: CataractCoach Podcast 175: David Smadja MD 02.08.2026 1ч 1мин

  We are joined by a truly innovative mind in ophthalmology, Professor David Smadja. Known for thinking differently, he shares his unique journey into the field, which was initially inspired by a desire to find refractive medical solutions for his brother's high hyperopia. We dive deep into the evolving world of corneal refractive surgery including his pioneering work with advanced diagnostic devices, the integration of artificial intelligence in predicting ectasia risks, and his revolutionary "EpiMaster" software that analyzes the epithelium as an extra refracting surface. We also explore his groundbreaking work on "Nano Drops"—a minimally invasive, reversible drop-based solution to correct presbyopia and myopia. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  174: CataractCoach Podcast 174: Prof. Walid Zbiba MD 26.07.2026 43мин

  Our guest is Professor Walid Zbiba who is a renowned ophthalmic surgeon and teacher of the next generation of surgeons. He is also President of the Tunisian College of Ophthalmology and has personally trained hundreds of ophthalmologists in his residency and fellowship programs. What makes him so unique is that his teaching is hands-on, where the young surgeons are taking direct care of all patients and performing surgery under the supervision of professors. These young surgeons learn by doing, by operating, by using a hands-on approach. This is amazing and it is a paradigm shift in the way that surgery should be taught and for this, we should all applaud him. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  173: CataractCoach Podcast 173: Minas Coroneo MD 19.07.2026 1ч 13мин

  In this podcast, we sit down with Professor Minas Coroneo MD, an absolute giant of ophthalmic innovation from Sydney, Australia. Driven by outback surgical challenges, he pioneered Trypan Blue dye to safely stain advanced cataracts and invented the CyPass micro-stent for suprachoroidal glaucoma MIGS surgery. These are just a few of his many patents in the eye surgery field. Truly an amain pioneer in ophthalmology. Learn how you can use your intellectual curiosity to come up with the next great idea in ophthalmic surgery. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  172: CataractCoach Podcast 172: Priscila Cruz Flores MD 12.07.2026 42мин

  Our guest is Dr Priscila Cruz Flores, an ophthalmologist from Mexico City who balances a private clinical practice with a strong dedication to surgical education and humanitarian work. She coordinates large-scale medical missions that provide free cataract surgeries to underserved rural communities throughout Mexico. Additionally, she co-founded EICCO, an international academic meeting designed to foster collaboration and education among ophthalmology residents and specialists. I was fortunate to join her at the last EICCO meeting (Encuentro Interinstitucional de Casos Clínicos en Oftalmología which means Inter-institutional Meeting of Clinical Cases in Ophthalmology) and was truly impressed with her passion and drive. So much to learn from this amazing colleague. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on YouTube. sponsorship opportunities available now
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  171: CataractCoach Podcast 171: Laura Periman MD 05.07.2026 1ч 3мин

  Our guest is Dr Laura Periman, an expert in ocular surface disease and dry eye treatment. Known as a passionate leading clinical scientist, she routinely lectures at national meetings given her deep expertise as The Dry Eye Master. She is dedicated to simplified, systems-based approaches to identifying the co-conspirators of dry eye, including Demodex blepharitis, rosacea, and systemic issues. She has so much to teach all of us to simplify our approach to these patients such as the Look, Lift, Push, Pull method. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  170: CataractCoach Podcast 170: William Tannure MD 28.06.2026 1ч 4мин

  Our guest is Dr. William Tannure who shares great insights into the parallels between martial arts and ophthalmic surgery. Drawing from his experience as a black belt karate instructor, he discusses the "stomach" and mental fortitude required to endure the pressures of private practice and complex surgical complications. From Brazil to the global stage, this conversation explores essential lessons on persistence, progressive training, and why young surgeons should never quit, even when faced with their most challenging cases. So much to learn from him! We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  169: CataractCoach Podcast 169: Ed Anderson MD 21.06.2026 58мин

  Our guest is Dr Ed Anderson, a prominent ophthalmologist from Durban, South Africa who shares insights from his diverse career, which included working as a physician in multiple continents. The discussion highlights the unique challenges of ophthalmology in South Africa, where a small number of specialists manage a large population with advanced surgical needs. Beyond medicine, Dr. Anderson discusses his passion for wildlife photography and birding. He recently served as the president of the South African Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (SASCRS) which I was fortunate to attend this year and once before 15 years ago. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  168: CataractCoach Podcast 168: Durval Carvalho Jr MD 14.06.2026 1ч

  Our guest is Dr. Durval Carvalho Jr., a former president of the Brazilian Society of Cataract Surgery (BRASCRS). Dr. Carvalho discusses his mission to internationalize Brazilian ophthalmology through initiatives like global film festivals and innovative live surgery sessions featuring simultaneous operating rooms. The discussion explores groundbreaking surgical techniques, including his horizontal haptic micro-punch for IOL fixation and a specialized "X-ray" digital filter for enhanced intraoperative visualization. Dr. Carvalho also shares insights on high-volume efficiency and emerging lens technologies within the vibrant Brazilian surgical community. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  167: CataractCoach Podcast 167: Prof Dr Burkhard Dick 07.06.2026 52мин

  Professor Dr. Burkhard Dick, President of the ESCRS, is a pioneering ophthalmic surgeon and chairman at Ruhr University Bochum. He specializes in the full spectrum of ophthalmic surgeries including cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and vitreoretinal procedures. He is also very athletic and he offers critical advice for surgeons is to prioritize physical health to ensure long-term career success and mental strength. So much to learn from this incredible ophthalmologist. He is also leading the growth of the ESCRS to become the global leader in cataract and refractive surgery. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services (click links here: Apple, Google, Spotify) for enjoying as you drive to work or exercise. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  166: CataractCoach Podcast 166: Tim Steinemann MD 31.05.2026 56мин

  Sometimes you are fortunate to have that one clinical professor in your training who teaches you so much outside of the spotlight. Sure, you have many faculty members at your institution but there is this one attending at your primary surgical site who is a true gem and teaches you more than anyone else. That perfectly describes Dr Tim Steinemann, a renowned ophthalmologist and teacher from Cleveland. We explore his extensive experience teaching residents, his dedication to patient safety advocacy, and the value of experiential learning through visual clinical material (check out his Instagram channel). We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services for enjoying as you drive to work or exercise. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  165: CataractCoach Podcast 165: Jonathan Woolfson MD 24.05.2026 1ч

  Imagine starting from the bottom and then building a large eye institute with 13 locations in multiple states. That is exactly what Dr Jonathan Woolfson has accomplished and in this episode he shares the details and insights into this success. He shares advice on building a multi-state eye surgical institute, overcoming a major career setback after being terminated by a large surgical provider, and navigating economic downturns by diversifying services. So much to learn from this amazingly successful ophthalmologist. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services (click links here: Apple, Google, Spotify) for enjoying as you drive to work or exercise. The full video of the podcast is here on CataractCoach as well as on our YouTube channel. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  164: CataractCoach Podcast 164: Dan Reinstein MD 17.05.2026 1ч 3мин

  Our podcast guest is Dr Dan Reinstein, a London-based refractive surgeon, physicist, and professional jazz saxophonist who pioneered high-frequency digital ultrasound for corneal imaging. He details how his discovery of the corneal epithelium’s fluid-like compensatory behavior allows it to mask stromal irregularities, making it essential for identifying hidden keratoconus that traditional topography might miss. He also discusses the clinical benefits of presbyopic corneal laser treatments. We discuss career pearls, emphasizing the importance of surgical standardization, bimanual dexterity, and the critical need for surgeons to maintain a healthy balance in life. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services for enjoying as you drive to work or exercise. Starting now we have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.
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  163: CataractCoach Podcast 163: Dinh Thi Hoang Anh MD and Yury Kalinnikov MD 10.05.2026 53мин

  Ophthalmologists are realizing that for lamellar corneal transplantation, PDEK (Pre-Descemet's Endothelial Keratoplasty) is better than DMEK, which is better than DSEK. I enjoyed a lecture from Dr Dinh Thi Hoang Anh from Viet Nam and Dr Yury Kalinnikov from Russia where they taught the nuances to ensure success with PDEK. Because it uses Dua’s layer, PDEK provides significantly greater structural integrity than the delicate Descemet's membrane used in DMEK. This added toughness simplifies tissue handling and prevents the frequent tearing seen in DMEK. Furthermore, PDEK allows for easier graft centration and unfolding, reducing surgical time while maintaining excellent visual outcomes. We feature a new podcast every week on Sundays and they are uploaded to all major podcast services (Apple, Google, Spotify) for enjoying as you drive to work or exercise. We have sponsorship opportunities available for the top podcast in all of ophthalmology. Please contact us to inquire.