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January 16, 2025 38 mins

In this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast™, Dr. Rani Banik speaks with Dr. Hunter Chernak, a leader in global eye care and director at Project Orbis. They discuss the staggering statistics of vision loss worldwide, the innovative solutions provided by Project Orbis, including the Flying Eye Hospital, and the importance of telemedicine and education in combating preventable blindness. Dr. Chernak shares insights on the challenges faced in global eye care, the role of volunteers, and the future of ophthalmology, particularly with the integration of artificial intelligence.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN

00:00 - What is the global challenge of vision loss, and why is it a pressing issue?

02:53 - What is Project Orbis, and how does it provide a unique solution to vision loss?

06:14 - What is the Flying Eye Hospital, and how does it operate?

09:03 - How are patients selected and screened for treatment through Project Orbis?

11:49 - What challenges exist in providing global eye care?

15:06 - How do volunteers and collaboration play a role in the success of Project Orbis?

18:07 - What is the role of telemedicine and CyberSight in global eye care?

21:04 - How does Project Orbis empower local physicians to improve vision care?

23:51 - What does the future of global eye care look like?

27:09 - How is artificial intelligence transforming the field of ophthalmology?

30:14 - What are the closing thoughts on vision and health from this discussion

Connect with Hunter Chernak, MD

Website: www.orbis.org 

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