Episodes
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Rapid-Fire Retina: TKIs, Gene Therapy, and the Durability Race
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, sits down with David Eichenbaum, MD, FASRS, for a rapid-fire tour of the durability race in medical retina, covering high-dose aflibercept, angiopoietin-2 (Ang-2) inhibition, tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), gene therapy, and the...
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Why the Best Retina Surgeons Keep Adapting Their Technique
In this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John Kitchens, MD, sits down with Jayanth Sridhar, MD, to discuss how training across institutions, and continuing to learn from colleagues and trainees afterward, helps surgeons adapt their technique and improve patient care. Dr. Sridhar is a…
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Inside a Thriving Retina Practice: Clinical Trials, First-Line Therapies, and Career Growth
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments John W. Kitchens, MD is joined by Esther Lee Kim, MD to discuss their strategies for evaluating pipeline and recently-approved therapies and integrating them into their practice. Dr. Kim is a retina specialist at the Orange County Retina Institute. For…
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Translating Retina Research into Real-World Patient Care
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by David Chin Yee, MD, to discuss his journey into retina research. Dr. Chin Yee is a vitreoretinal surgeon and physician partner at Georgia Retina, where he also serves as the Director of Clinical Trials. Retina Mentor...
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Advances in Stem Cell Therapy for Vision Restoration
In this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John Kitchens, MD is joined by Theodore Leng. MD, MS, FACS—Director of Clinical and Translational Research at Stanford University School of Medicine—to discuss Dr. Leng's career and research, specifically his pioneering work in artificial intelligence…
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Transforming Eyecare: The Role of Technology in Ophthalmology
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Sophie Bakri, MD, the ophthalmology chair at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, discuss her journey in ophthalmology and the importance of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), in enhancing patient care and treatment...
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When Preparation Meets Opportunity: 10 Tips for Vitreoretinal Careers
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Jonathan Jonisch, MD, discuss Dr. Jonisch’s journey into a specialized retina-focused and research private equity practice. For the full episode and video, check out the article:...
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Living the Retina Dream
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Michael Javaheri, MD, MSc, FASRS, discuss Dr. Javaheri's journey of building a successful retina practice in Beverly Hills, California, highlighting the importance of patient communication, a "less is more" surgical philosophy…
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Navigating a Career in Retina
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Esther Lee Kim, MD, discuss navigating a career in retina, highlighting Dr. Kim's journey from her medical education to her role as a retina specialist at the Orange County Retina Institute, and emphasizing the importance of...
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The Impact of Mentorship, Leadership, and International Education in Ophthalmology
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Rishi Singh, MD, FASRS, discuss the importance of mentorship, continuing education, and teamwork to advance ophthalmology. Dr. Singh’s career has spanned across the country, from Massachusetts to Ohio, then to Florida, before...
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Pharmacokinetics in Retinal Disease Management
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, and Michael W. Stewart, MD, discuss transitioning from private practice to academia and retinal disease management, with a focus on pharmacokinetics and iodine allergies. Dr. Stewart is a consultant ophthalmologist and professor of...
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Harnessing AI and Big Data to Drive Innovation in Retina Care
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by Mathew MacCumber, MD, PhD, to discuss studies on retinal diseases and how big data and artificial intelligence (AI) can be implemented in clinical research to improve retina care. Dr. MacCumber is a vitreoretinal...
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Advancing the Retina Pipeline: Insights into Drug Development
On this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by Peter K. Kaiser, MD, to discuss the ins and outs of drug development for retinal diseases and recent advancements in the retina pipeline. Dr. Kaiser is the Chaney Family Endowed Chair of Ophthalmology Research and...
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Bringing Research to the Retina Clinic: How Practices Can Participate in Clinical Trials
Sit down with John W. Kitchens, MD, and Jordana G. Fein, MD, MS, to discuss how to integrate research in a retina practice while balancing clinical productivity. For the full episode and video, check out the article:...
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Equity in Trials, Clarity in Vision: The Value of Inclusive Research and Mentorship
Join John Kitchens, MD, and Joseph Coney, MD, FACS, to learn how inclusive research and mentorship in retina positively impact patients and trainees. Watch the full episode here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/equity-in-trials-value-of-inclusive-research-and-mentorship-in-retina/ Retina…
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On Gene Therapy, New Clinical Trials, and Retina in the Military
Sit down with John W. Kitchens, MD, and Mitchell J. Goff, MD, to learn about developments in gene therapies, recruiting for clinical trials, and more! Watch the full video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/gene-therapy-new-clinical-trials-retina-in-the-military/ Retina Mentor Moments is...
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Hurdles for Modern Retina Practices: Rural Eyecare, Private Equity, and Hiring
Join John W. Kitchens, MD & David G. Miller, MD to discuss challenges faced by modern retina practices, such as treating patients in rural areas, failed clinical trials, private equity (PE) acquisitions, and hiring doctors. Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by...
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Parsing Risks and Finetuning Queries: Retina Research from GLP-1 to Curcumin
Join John W Kitchens, MD, and Ehsan Rahimy, MD, to discuss new research in retina, such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and curcumin for inflammation. Watch the full episode here: Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided...
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Decreasing Treatment Burdens with Second Generation Anti-VEGF Agents
Join John Kitchens, MD, and Michael Klufas, MD, to review pearls and data on the efficacy of next-generation anti-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) drugs. Watch the full episode here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/decreasing-treatment-burdens-with-second-generation-anti-vegf-agents/...
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Gene Therapy for IRD and New Frontiers in Retina Training
Sit down with John Kitchens, MD, and Sonia Mehta, MD, to review trends in retina fellowship education and gene therapies for inherited retinal diseases (IRDs). Watch the video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/gene-therapy-for-ird-new-frontiers-in-retina-training/ Retina Mentor Moments is...
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Uveitis, Retina, and Crafting a Well-Rounded Ophthalmology Career
Join John W. Kitchens, MD & Danny A. Mammo, MD for a discussion of uveitis research and how additional specialties can benefit the retina surgeon. Retina Mentor Moments is independently editorial content supported by advertising from Regeneron. The information provided in this article does not…
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A Brilliant Future for Retina: Gene Editing, GA, and Beyond
In this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, host John Kitchens, MD, and SriniVas Sadda, MD, discuss the advancements in retina care, including artificial intelligence and gene editing. Watch the video and read the article here:...
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Analyzing the Retina: AI, Algorithms, and Clinical Informatics
Join John Kitchens, MD, and Durga Borkar, MD, MMCi, to review how artificial intelligence (AI) and clinical informatics can improve algorithms for retinal diseases. Watch the video here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/analyzing-the-retina-ai-algorithms-clinical-informatics/ Retina Mentor...
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From Clinical Trials to Patient Conversations
In this episode of Retina Mentor Moments, host John W. Kitchens, MD, is joined by Dilsher S. Dhoot, MD, a well-respected retina specialist and researcher who practices at California Retina Consultants (CRC), to discuss the process of going from a retina fellowship to joining a practice and...
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Finding Your Focus in Clinical Research
In the inaugural episode of Retina Mentor Moments, John Kitchens, MD, sits down with Chirag Jhaveri, MD, to discuss how to find your focus in clinical research. Find video and accompanying article here: https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/finding-your-focus-in-clinical-research/ Retina Mentor...