Inside Ophthalmology: The Surgeon’s Cut

🎧 Inside Ophthalmology – Season 2, Episode 9

Pediatric Ocular Findings: Saving Young Eyes

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology, Season 2, Episode 9, on July 6, 2025! We’re exploring critical signs in kids’ eyes, from white pupils and wobbly eye movements to droopy lids and excessive tearing. Conditions like leukocoria, strabismus, cataracts, and amblyopia can signal serious issues like retinoblastoma or glaucoma. Tune in for expert tips ...

🎙️ Inside Ophthalmology – Season 2, Episode 7
Title: Neuro-Ophthalmic Abnormalities Made Simple

In this episode, we cover the most important neuro-ophthalmic signs that every eye doctor should know. From abnormal pupils and double vision to optic nerve swelling and visual field defects, we break down what they mean, how to test for them, and when to worry.

Learn how to:

• Identify RAPD, anisocoria, and pupil problems

• Recognize pt...

🎧 Inside Ophthalmology – Season 2, Episode 5
Iris Findings: Eye Color Clues

What can eye color and iris changes tell us? In this episode, we explore key clues like heterochromia, iris nevi, new blood vessels, and trauma signs. Learn how subtle iris findings can point to conditions like glaucoma, diabetes, or tumors.

From congenital quirks to pigment issues and post-injury changes, we cover what to look for—and why it matters. Tun...

🎙️ Inside Ophthalmology: The Surgeon’s Cut
S2E4 – The Pressure is On: IOP Abnormalities

In this episode, we break down the causes of high and low eye pressure (intraocular pressure or IOP). You'll learn how to approach common and rare conditions like:

• Angle closure

• Neovascular glaucoma

• Steroid response

• Malignant glaucoma

• Hypotony and bleb leaks

We cover symptoms, signs, real cases, and simple ways to remember the differen...

🎧 Inside Ophthalmology – Season 2, Episode 3

Fundus Findings: Clues from the Back of the Eye

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology, Season 2, Episode 3!
Today we’re heading to the back of the eye—the fundus—to decode some of the most important retinal clues in ophthalmology.

From classic signs like bone spicules, cherry-red spots, and Roth spots, to common but critical findings like retinal hemorrhages, drusen, and macular edema—we’ll w...

🎧 Inside Ophthalmology – Season 2, Episode 2

Conjunctival, Corneal & Scleral Signs

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology, Season 2, Episode 2!
In this episode, we explore key external eye findings—from puffy conjunctiva and hazy corneas to blue sclera.

These signs may point to simple conditions like allergies or infections—or indicate systemic diseases such as Marfan syndrome.

Join us for clear, practical tips on recognizing these su...

S2E1: Anterior Chamber Red Flags

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology! Today, we’re diving into anterior chamber abnormalities, critical signs that can signal everything from mild issues to vision-threatening emergencies. From a shallow chamber in acute glaucoma to blood or pus in the eye, these findings demand attention. Join us as we explore their causes, red flags, and treatments with expert insights and clinical tips to keep eyes saf...

Lagophthalmos Description for Inside Ophthalmology Podcast

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology! Today, we’re shining a light on lagophthalmos, a condition where the eyelids don’t fully close, leaving the eye exposed to dryness and damage. From Bell palsy to bulging eyes, this small gap can lead to big trouble, including vision-threatening corneal issues. Join us as we uncover its causes, warning signs, and treatments with expert insight...

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology! Today, we’re tackling floaters, those drifting dots or cobwebs in your vision. Often just a sign of aging, these vitreous opacities can also hint at serious issues like retinal tears or uveitis. We’ll explore their causes, red flags like sudden floaters with flashes, and how to manage them, from observation to urgent surgery. Join our experts for clinical pearls and tips to navigate this common eye ...

Welcome to Inside Ophthalmology! Today, we’re talking about proptosis, a condition where the eye bulges out of its socket. It’s a noticeable sign that can point to something mild or a serious issue needing quick action.

Proptosis happens when something in the orbit—like swelling, a tumor, or blood—pushes the eye forward. The orbit’s bony walls don’t have much give, so extra pressure makes the eye pop out. Common causes include thyro...

OpticSurgeon: The Ophthalmology Podcast – Episode: Decoding Ocular Pain

Dive into the world of ocular pain with OpticSurgeon as we unravel this critical symptom that screams for attention in the ophthalmology clinic! From the gritty irritation of a corneal abrasion to the throbbing agony of acute angle-closure glaucoma, ocular pain is a diagnostic puzzle that can point to benign surface issues or vision-threatening emergencies. In t...

Episode Description: Light Sensitivity (Photophobia) - Optic Surgeon Podcast

In this episode, Optic Surgeon explores photophobia, a common yet complex symptom encountered by ophthalmology residents and final-year MBBS students. Through a clinical case, we dissect its mechanisms, differentiate it from glare, and outline a comprehensive framework for causes (corneal, uveal, retinal, neurological), evaluation, and management. A high-yi...

The Red Eye - Optic Surgeon Podcast

In this episode, Optic Surgeon tackles the red eye, a ubiquitous yet critical presentation for ophthalmology residents and final-year MBBS students. Using a high-stakes case, we explore causes from benign conjunctivitis to vision-threatening emergencies like keratitis, uveitis, and orbital cellulitis. We provide a systematic, anatomy-based framework for history, examination, workup, and management...

In Episode 20 of Inside Ophthalmology: The Ophthalmology Podcast, we tackle itchy eyes in a 56-year-old contact lens wearer with diabetes. Explore causes like infectious keratitis, allergic conjunctivitis (VKC, AKC), dry eye, and blepharitis. Learn workup essentials—slit lamp, fluorescein staining, cultures—and management, from antibiotics to antihistamines. High-yield pearls help you spot red flags and prevent vision loss. Perfect...

In this episode, Optic Surgeon offers a concise guide on halos—rings of light around bright objects—for ophthalmology residents and final-year MBBS students. Through a case-based approach, we explore causes like corneal edema, cataracts, mucopurulent conjunctivitis, glaucoma, and post-surgical issues. We outline a systematic workup with history, slit lamp exam, and tests (e.g., topography, swab), plus tailored management, from anti...