

Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast
MayoClinicOphthalmology
Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology Podcast, hosted by Dr. Erick Bothun and Dr. Andrea Tooley, takes us through the latest and greatest in ophthalmology from the lens of an academic institution, Mayo Clinic. We look forward to bringing guests from across the globe to discuss ophthalmology and various subsets of medicine.
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Apr 2, 2025 • 26min
Diabetic Retinopathy with Dr. Andrew Barkmeier
On today’s episode, we review current management of diabetic retinopathy with vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Andrew Barkmeier and discuss new research on the impact of novel T2D GLP-1 RA and SGLT2i medications on diabetic retinopathy.
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Mar 19, 2025 • 32min
Unpacking uveal melanoma care with Dr. Lauren Dalvin and Dr. Basil Williams
In this podcast, we share an update on the diagnosis and care of uveal melanoma from Ocular oncologists Dr. Lauren Dalvin and Dr. Basil Williams.
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Mar 5, 2025 • 21min
Why Advocacy Matters with Dr. Sohail Hasan
Dr. Sohail Hasan, retina surgeon and chair of OPHTHPAC joins us to talk about his leadership in advocacy, why advocacy matters for the comprehensive ophthalmologist, and how you can get involved.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 38min
Cyber and Emergency Risk Management with Dr Pritish Tosh
Dr Pritish Tosh, Infectious Diseases Specialist and Medical Director of Risk for the Mayo Clinic enterprise, joins us to talk about cybersecurity risk management and hacks for large healthcare systems, private practices and the individual.
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Feb 5, 2025 • 27min
Inside the DRCR Retina Network and PEDIG Pediatric Networks with Dr Andrew Barkmeier
In this episode, we discuss NIH-funded multi-center clinical ophthalmology research in the DRCR Retina Network and Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator group (PEDIG) that are coordinated by the non-profit Jaeb Center for Health Research. Drs. Andrew Barkmeier and Erick Bothun discuss landmark and current trials, their experiences in the network, and opportunities for new investigators.
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Jan 22, 2025 • 39min
Journal Club and the Joys of Academic Research with Drs Erick Bothun and Andrea Tooley
Co-hosts Erick and Andrea sit down today to discuss their research in ophthalmology and 2 papers they’ve published this year:
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Associated With Increased Failure Rate of Ptosis Repair - PubMed
Novel superior oblique anterior fiber plication with or without adjustable sliding knot for extorsion - PubMed
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Dec 11, 2024 • 28min
Pediatric oculoplastic surgery tips with Greg Griepentrog
Greg Griepentrog joins us today for a chat about pediatric oculoplastic surgery, specifically pediatric ptosis, vascular anomalies, and craniofacial disorders. Tune in for great tips on managing pediatric ptosis for comprehensive ophthalmologists and specialists alike.
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Nov 27, 2024 • 32min
Dr. Janice Law on medical education, mentorship, and more
Janice Law, vitreoretinal surgeon and Vice Chair for Education at Vanderbilt joins us today to talk about ophthalmology in medical school education, curriculum design, how to create engaging lectures and why everyone needs a “board of trustees” complete with advisors, mentors, coaches, and more. This episode is sure to inspire everyone from medical students to senior ophthalmologists.
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Nov 13, 2024 • 28min
Retina Journal Club with Dr. Matt Starr
Join us as we discuss 2 articles:
Outcomes of Intentionally Suspending Treatment in Eyes With Advanced Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration from the American Journal of Ophthalmology and Retinal Artery and Vein Occlusion Risks after Coronavirus Disease 2019 or Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination from Ophthalmology.
Outcomes of Intentionally Suspending Treatment in Eyes With Advanced Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration - PubMed and Retinal Artery and Vein Occlusion Risks after Coronavirus Disease 2019 or Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination - PubMed

Oct 30, 2024 • 32min
Spooky Ocular Trauma: Open globe repair from retina surgeon Dr. Ray Iezzi
Join us for a comprehensive overview of ocular trauma with vitreoretinal surgeon Dr. Ray Iezzi. We discuss how to best examine eyes after trauma, especially in the setting of vitreous hemorrhage, surgical repair options, and outcomes.
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