Episode 81: Eye Trauma: How to Protect Your Vision Before It's Too Late

A split second can change your vision forever.In this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, Dr. Rani Banik welcomes renowned retina surgeon Dr. Ronald Gentile for an essential conversation about eye trauma, emergency eye care, and preventing vision loss.Together they discuss sports injuries, workplace accidents, chemical burns, retinal trauma, and the critical first steps to take after an eye injury. Dr. Gentile also explains why protective eyewear can prevent the vast majority of serious eye injuries and shares practical advice that every parent, athlete, coach, and DIY enthusiast should know.• What to do immediately after an eye injury• When to seek emergency eye care• How sports injuries can permanently damage vision• Why chemical eye injuries require immediate treatment• How protective eyewear helps prevent blindness• Common myths about eye injuriesWhether you're an athlete, parent, homeowner, or someone who simply wants to know how to protect your vision, this episode could help you respond quickly—and potentially save someone's sight.