Glaucoma Chats

Glaucoma Chats

Join us for monthly conversations with glaucoma experts and other eye care professionals who discuss various aspects of living with glaucoma. Topics include glaucoma treatments, remaining independent, and promising research on the horizon. #Glaucoma #Ophthalmology #EyeHealth #Optometry #Health #GlaucomaResearch #GlaucomaAwareness #Health

Episodes

March 12, 2025 33 mins

Receiving a glaucoma diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but having the right support makes all the difference. Glaucoma specialist Dr. Lawrence S. Geyman will discuss the types of providers involved in glaucoma care, treatment plans, and how to access resources like insurance guidance, low vision therapy, and support groups. Join us to learn how to navigate your diagnosis with confidence.

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Glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can both lead to vision loss and irreversible blindness. Learn about the similarities and differences between these two vision diseases, whether someone can develop both conditions at the same time, and how to reduce your risk.

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jaehong Han, a glaucoma specialist at Kaiser Permanente Ontario Medical Center and a member of the American Glaucoma Society’s Patient Engagement Committee. Dr. Han will break down the different types of glaucoma, including open-angle, angle-closure, normal-tension, and more, discussing who is most affected by each and how treatments can vary. Gain clarity on this complex condition an...

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Join Dr. Qi N. Cui as she explains the science behind glaucoma, a leading cause of vision loss. This program will explore the key mechanisms of optic nerve damage that leads to vision loss, the role of elevated intraocular pressure, and innovative research aimed at developing new treatments for glaucoma.

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Join us for a conversation with Dr. Rebecca Sarran, a leading glaucoma specialist, as she discusses the latest research on reducing the risk of glaucoma. Dr. Sarran will cover key risk factors for glaucoma, and how regular eye exams, healthy lifestyle choices, and using eye protection can help preserve vision.

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September 11, 2024 40 mins

Join us as we explore the diverse landscape of glaucoma treatments. We'll discuss treatment plans, the efficacy of generic versus brand-name medications, and cutting-edge options like implants and laser treatments. Plus, get insights into newly approved treatments and answers to your questions on alternatives to daily eye drops, vision preservation strategies, and the latest in surgical interventions.

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July 10, 2024 41 mins
Dr. Natasha Nayak Kolomeyer, glaucoma specialist and ophthalmologist at Wills Eye Hospital, discusses various types of eye drops used in glaucoma treatment, how they work, potential side effects, and tips for managing challenges associated with their use.
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June 12, 2024 33 mins
In this episode of BrightFocus Foundation's Glaucoma Chats, learn about the different types of childhood glaucoma, including primary congenital, infantile, and juvenile glaucoma. Guest expert Dr. Javaneh Abassian explains the role of genetics and associated systemic diseases, trauma-induced cases, and diagnosis and treatment. Glaucoma Chats are free, monthly audio discussions with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professiona...
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Can artificial intelligence reimagine the way we detect and diagnose glaucoma? Discover the innovative ways scientists and healthcare professionals are leveraging this technology (and the challenges that lie ahead) with expert glaucoma specialists Dr. Atalie Thompson and guest moderator, Dr. Jullia Rosdahl. Glaucoma Chats are free, monthly audio discussions with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professionals. Learn tips for...
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Optic nerve imaging techniques have undergone tremendous advancements over the last decade that will enable earlier glaucoma detection and diagnosis. Join us and Dr. Sarah Van Tassel, who will outline the current technology. Glaucoma Chats are free, monthly audio discussions with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professionals. Learn tips for living with glaucoma, the latest treatments, and promising research on the horizon. ...
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Learn how to build a support network and connections that increase quality of life with Amy Zhang, MD, and Carolyn Edward, Patient Advocate, American Glaucoma Society. Glaucoma Chats are free, monthly audio discussions with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professionals. Learn tips for living with glaucoma, the latest treatments, and promising research on the horizon. Presented by National Glaucoma Research, a BrightFocus Fo...
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Does glaucoma cause cataracts? Can cataracts and glaucoma be treated at the same time? Learn more during a conversation with guest expert Aakriti Garg Shukla, MD, who will discuss the relationship between cataracts and glaucoma.
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How is glaucoma diagnosed? And, what happens during an eye exam following a glaucoma diagnosis? Learn more during a conversation with guest expert Lauren E. Hock, MD, who will explore six common tests that you may experience during an eye exam for glaucoma. #Glaucoma #GlaucomaAwareness
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The most common treatments for glaucoma are eye drops, but they are not the only option! Guest expert Tania Lamba, MD, will discuss current and future glaucoma treatment options. Dr. Lamba is a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist at the Krieger Eye Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. She also serves as clinical associate professor of ophthalmology in the Department of Ophthalmology at The George Washington Uni...
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Is there scientific evidence that marijuana can be used as a treatment for glaucoma? Guest expert speaker Mona Kaleem, MD, will provide an overview of the scientific-based evidence that marijuana can be used as a treatment for glaucoma. Dr. Mona Kaleem is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University, who specializes in glaucoma and cataract surgery. In addition to running a busy c...
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September 13, 2023 35 mins
Guest moderator Jullia A. Rosdahl, MD, PhD, interviewed occupational therapist Omar Mohiuddin, OTR/L, MS, MPH, CLVT, and Ed Haines from the organization Hadley on the topic of vision rehabilitation. They discussed providers and services that specialize in helping to maximize your remaining vision. Omar Mohiuddin has worked in both clinical and non-profit eye care settings as well academia doing research in the field of preventiv...
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August 9, 2023 57 mins
This event featured Thomas V. Johnson, MD, PhD, who discussed the current research on neuroregeneration & neuroprotection using stem cells for glaucoma.
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This event featured two glaucoma experts, Amy Zhang, MD and Amy Mehta, MD, who discussed important questions you should ask your doctor about your glaucoma diagnosis. #Glaucoma #GlaucomaAwareness
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Guest speaker Dr. Nazlee Zebardast explained narrow-angle glaucoma and how it is diagnosed. She will also discuss a procedure called Laser Peripheral Iridotomy (LPI) used in narrow-angle glaucoma.
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This event featured Dr. Michael Lin, M.D., an ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma. Discussion covered some of the tests you may experience during your glaucoma appointments, including eye pressure checks, visual field test, and other imaging tests. Participants asked questions regarding prescriptions, tools used to measure eye pressure, and how often patients should be tested.

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