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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 11 MIN

Dr. Patricia Bath: The Doctor Who Made Sight a Human Right

from Afternoon Coffee Break with Darren Watts · host Darren Watts

In this episode, Darren highlights Dr. Patricia Bath, a pioneering ophthalmologist and inventor of laserphaco, a breakthrough technique for cataract surgery.Her work focused not only on innovation but also on expanding access to eye care for underserved communities.This episode explores healthcare equity, medical innovation, and the importance of access in medicine.Patricia Bath, cataract surgery, laserphaco, healthcare equity, Black women in medicine, medical innovation, ophthalmology

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