Advances in Small Choroidal Melanoma Treatment with Laser with Dr. Tim Murray

A Cure in Sight is joined by Dr. Tim Murray, an ocular oncologist with over 30 years in the field of treating primary tumors (eye tumors) of ocular melanoma to discuss: Small Choroidal Melanoma: Advances in Treatment with Laser. Timothy G. Murray, MD, MBA is currently the Founding Director/CEO of Ocular Oncology and Retina of Miami Florida. Dr. Murray’s early academic career was focused on the development of an integrated Ocular Oncology service beginning at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. In 2012, Dr. Murray founded the Ocular Oncology and Retina Center in Miami, Florida, and has had 10 years in private practice. Dr. Murray continues as Tenured Professor Emeritus in Ophthalmology and Radiation Oncology with the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Murray’s focus on founding the private Ocular Oncology and Retina Center was related to his ongoing pursuit of excellence in clinical care particularly targeted on advanced imaging and treatment technologies. Dr. Murray’s Ocular Oncology and Retina Center continues to provide International, National and Regional care for patients with life- and sight-threatening complex eye disease. His interview is chalk full of insights and updates in research in the field; referencing a few key studies presented at the 2022 ISOO conference this summer about the importance of early detection of eye melanomas, early and effective treatment of those melanomas, yielding better prognosis for patients, regardless of their genetic expression. He shares insights for what type of comprehensive eye exams are most important for detection, and concludes the conversation by breaking down the laser treatment therapy option for small melanomas. The pros and cons are explored, as well as the types of tumors best suited for this emerging eye treatment.      LIST OF OCULAR ONCOLOGISTS DR. MURRAY WOULD REFER TO ASIDE FROM HIMSELF ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lookin’ For a Cure Arizona 5K Walk for Ocular Melanoma  COMING UP September 24, 8 AM  Register here and be sure to bring friends and family to walk with us! (Virtual option coming soon) Eye Believe Survivorship Seminar in Nashville, Tennessee October 14-15. REGISTER HERE! (Welcome reception for in person attendees on October 13, 6:00 PM) (Virtual and in person options.) Lookin’ For a Cure TEXAS 5K Walk for Ocular Melanoma  NOVEMBER 5, 2022; 8 AM  Register here and be sure to bring friends and family to walk with us! (Virtual option available) Lookin’ For a Cure LA 5K Walk for Ocular Melanoma in memory of Laurie Walters NOVEMBER 12, 2022; Registration details coming soon!   Email [email protected] for questions regarding any upcoming events! ********* Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, or  Instagram @acureinsight, for more stories, tips, research news, and ideas to help you navigate this journey with OM! *A Cure in Sight is a 501c3 organization. All donations made can help fund our podcast to educate patients, fund research, aid patients, and more! Donate $10 $15 $20 today to help A Cure in Sight in their quest to find a cure. Contribute via  PAYPAL OR VENMO or reach out directly to [email protected]  The Eye Believe Podcast is brought to you by Castle Biosciences. Castle Biosciences is a leading diagnostics company improving health through innovative tests that guide patient care. The Company aims to transform disease management by keeping people first: patients, clinicians, employees and investors.  This podcast was hosted by Danet Peterson and produced by Page Fronczek.