Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast

As adoption of the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®) grows beyond the United States, its impact continues to expand across the globe.In this episode, Baseer Khan, MD; Paul Sanghera, MD; and Aditya Salwan, OD with Lumea—a Canada-based clinic—join Dr. Nick Bruns to discuss the journey of premium lens adoption in their clinic. They share techniques for patient education and examples of complex LAL cases involving patients with post-refractive eyes or glaucoma.

In this webinar, industry experts Eva Kim, MD; Seamus Martin, OD; and Bobby Saenz, OD; share how the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®) has shaped their approach to the conversation on premium lenses, as well as how it’s emphasized the value of the patients’ input to achieve their best visual outcome.

“I would never ask you to do anything I wouldn’t do myself.” It’s an old saying—but an honest one—that rings true in the world of ophthalmology. Many professionals in the industry have undergone the same vision surgery they recommend to patients, including the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®).In this patient-focused webinar, Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, is joined by two such professionals: Kenneth King, OD, and Kasey Gantz, COO, both with the Alliance Vision Institute. Together, they share how receiving the LAL has positively transformed their personal and professional lives.

In this special patient-focused webinar, Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO is joined by Drs. Eric Fazio and Brian Szabo (Newsom Eye) to outline the “dos” and “don’ts” of the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®) process. You’ll gain a better understanding of the surgical procedure — including considerations they make for post-refractive patients, precautions that help prevent the LAL from involuntarily shifting after surgery, and how they go about post-surgical care, from dry eye management to making adjustments with the Light Delivery Device™ (LDD™).

In this special edition of Peer-to-Peer Academy, Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO and John Vukich, MD answer patients’ biggest questions about the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®). As some of the first to adopt this technology, Drs. Bruns and Vukich have an intimate understanding of the LAL, from the cataract surgery process to UV protection measures. Watch as they share their collective insights on this revolutionary lens, the success rates and benefits, as well as the importance of a team approach and patient trust.

In this webinar, Tanner Ferguson, MD; Nancy Draskovic-Dosen, OD; and Jessica Hults, OD each take us through an interesting Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®/LAL+®) case they’ve experienced and their strategies for managing complex patients.The group explored the advantages of LAL over traditional lenses, particularly for patients with astigmatism, previous refractive surgery, or those interested in monovision. We also discussed the importance of patient education, managing expectations, and addressing ocular surface issues throughout the treatment process, while also highlighting post-operative care and follow-up protocols.Get more from your peers on our website.Watch the podcast on YouTube.The Peer-to-Peer Academy podcast is produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

In this webinar, John Vukich, MD and Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO are joined by Paul Singh, MD and Jeff Banas, OD and to emphasize the importance of clear communication and collaboration between ophthalmologists and optometrists..They share their experiences and approaches to patient care, as well as strategies for finding and working with optometrists who have the right attitude and skills for Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®/LAL+®) procedures. The duos also highlight the value of patient word-of-mouth, education, and trust-building throughout the process.Get more from your peers on our website. Watch the podcast on YouTube.The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

After the introduction of the LAL+, we asked ourselves, “Can we use this lens with the LAL to keep the eyes as similar as possible?” In this mini session, Brian Szabo, MD; and Eric Fazio, OD; break down the data performed during an in-house study to demonstrate how using the LAL+ in the non-dominant eye with the LAL in the dominant eye can lead to stronger refractive outcomes for patients.

Determining a patient’s dominant eye can be a fickle process. Not only do every ophthalmologist and optometrist have their own method for finding it, but it can even change after cataract surgery. In this mini session, Brian Szabo, MD; and Eric Fazio, OD; discuss the importance of properly evaluating patients' needs in order to achieve their best possible visual outcome post-surgery.

In this session, Brian Szabo, DO; Eric Fazio, OD; join Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO to discuss the similarities and differences between the LAL and LAL+, specifically on their effectiveness in cataract surgery and their suitability for different patient needs. They also explored the importance of patient selection, the potential for patients to switch eye dominance after cataract surgery, and emphasized the importance of setting realistic expectations.Get more from your peers: https://peertopeer.academySubscribe to our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Peer-to-PeerAcademyThe Peer-to-Peer Academy is produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

One of the most common misconceptions patients have about the Light Adjustable Lens™ is that it is endlessly adjustable. But, like any other IOL, it too has its limitations. That’s just physics. To clear up any confusion or misunderstanding, Brian Szabo, MD; and Eric Fazio, OD; say it’s best to set expectations up front with honest communication. In this mini session, they share how they work together to navigate LAL conversations with patients to deliver the best possible outcomes.

After performing countless surgeries with the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL®/LAL+®), to say that Eva Kim, MD, has seen a thing or two would be an understatement. In this mini session, she highlights her biggest observations while performing LAL surgery, such as how it distinguishes itself from other IOLs, how it’s delivered remarkable outcomes for patients who have dropped lenses, and much more.

The Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™/LAL+®) has a unique ability to extend depth of focus and increase spherical aberration in your patients’ eye. Is this a feature you discuss with your patients? Should you? In this mini session, Eva Kim, MD, Seamus Martin, OD, and Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, talk in-depth about EDOF, discussions they’ve had with their patients about it, and when they’ve found it necessary to have them.

The Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™/LAL+®) is revolutionary technology worth celebrating. Don’t just take our word for it. We let the data do the talking. Although each Light Adjustable Lens has a different benefit based on the patients’ needs, thanks to their dynamic nature, they all achieve a similar goal: to help patients meet their macular potential. Join us for a closer look at the data in this mini session.

A patient's journey with their Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™/LAL+®) is only as smooth as the working relationship between their OD and MD. in this mini session, Eva Kim, MD, and Seamus Martin, OD, with ICON Eyecare break down their working dynamic, overcoming challenges, and how they deliver best possible outcomes for their patients.

This conversation discusses instances for using femtosecond-laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) with the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™) technology. FLACS works with the LAL to provide consistent results for patients with astigmatism or similar corneal conditions. FLACS allows more workability with the adjustments after surgery to leave customization on the table for patients who might otherwise not be candidates.Get more from your peers on our website.Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube.The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

In this episode, Nick Bruns OD, FAAO leads a discussion with Rebecca Miller, OD; Anu Ondhia, OD; and Bobby Saenz, OD on enhancing the premium surgical experience for patients. They explore what it means to provide value, the various aspects of cataract surgery, and the vast library of lens implant options. Ready to push the limits?Muller Vision LASIK & Cataract Eye Surgery: https://fortworth-lasik.com/Prism Eye Institute: https://www.prismeyeinstitute.com/LASIK San Antonio: https://www.lasiksanantonio.org/Get more from your peers: https://peertopeer.academy/Subscribe to our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Peer-to-PeerAcademyThe Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

Learn why the Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™/LAL+™) is a great option for elective refractive lens exchanges (RLE) in hyperopes. Utilizing the LAL for RLE patients gives doctors a premium lens option that allows patients to see near, intermediate, and far without compromise.Get more from your peers on our website.Subscribe to our podcast on YouTube.The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

This conversation discusses the use of femtosecond-laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) to treat patients and how it compares to performing manual cataract surgery. FLACS allows surgeons to be more efficient and provide patients with more satisfying results than manual surgery.Get more from your peers at Peer to Peer Academy.Watch and subscribe to our podcast on YouTube.The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

In this mini session, Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO and Anu Ondhia, OD chat about the initial risks posed by posterior chamber IOLs and how the EVO ICL has paved the way for safer vision correction surgery.Get more from your peers at Peertopeer.academyWatch and subscribe to our podcast on YouTubeThe Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

The conversation discusses the advantages of using a monofocal lens with extended depth of focus in cataract surgery. The Light Adjustable Lens™ (LAL™) provides superior image quality without the dysphotopsia and optic noise associated with multifocal lenses. The blended vision provided with the LAL allows for functional reading without the need for monovision, providing comfortable vision at various distances.Get more from your peers at Peer-to-Peer.AcademySubscribe to our podcast on YouTubeThe Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

This conversation covers how the EVO ICL has revolutionized how doctors can treat patients with high myopia. The EVO ICL provides a safe alternative for patients seeking vision correction who don’t qualify for LASIK or similar treatments. The EVO ICL gives patients great vision quality and provides doctors with another premium lens option.Get more from your peers at Peer to Peer AcademySubscribe to our podcast on YouTubeThe Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

In this mini session, John Vukich, MD, Jennifer Wong, OD, Greg Parkhurst, MD, and Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, discuss using femtosecond-laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) for treating patients who have astigmatism. Whether implanting an IOL or an ICL, FLACS allows surgeons to be more efficient and provide patients with better results than manual surgery.Get more from your peers atPeer to Peer AcademySubscribe to our podcast onYouTubeThe Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

Special guests Vance Thompson, MD, John Vukich, MD, and Rick Van De Velde, OD, join Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, to chat about the OD/MD collaborative care model and its benefits. The group shares their experiences with collaborative care, and how this symbiotic relationship creates balance for practices and clinics to give patients the best care possible. When both sides are willing to learn from one another, you’ll see that optometry and ophthalmology make a natural pair – like a corona with its lens. Vance Thompson Vision: https://www.vancethompsonvision.com/ Summit Eye Care of Wisconsin: https://www.summiteyewi.com/ South East Eye: https://www.southeast-eye.com/ Get more from your peers: https://peertopeer.academy/ Subscribe to our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Peer-to-PeerAcademy The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Peer-to-Peer Academy and Mend Join Make.

In this mini session, Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, John Vukich, MD, and Matt Jensen discuss the differences between the LAL™ and the LAL+™. The LAL+ is recommended for patients with standard corneas to get more extended depth of focus, while the LAL is used for patients with post-refractive conditions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of evaluating each patient’s individual case and choosing the appropriate lens accordingly. Want more from your peers? Visit https://peertopeer.academy. Subscribe to our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Peer-to-PeerAcademy The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO and MJM.

Welcome to the official Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast! Host Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO, chats with Brett Mueller, DO, PhD, and Rebecca Miller, OD, of Mueller Vision LASIK & Cataract Eye Surgery in Fort Worth, Texas. They share what they’ve learned from building their own refractive practice, including making smart investments, clever marketing tips, and the importance of having the right people on your team. Learn more about Mueller Vision LASIK & Cataract Eye Surgery at https://fortworth-lasik.com/. Want more from your peers? Visit https://peertopeer.academy/. Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fEkhh9fTwik The Peer-to-Peer Academy Podcast is co-produced by Nick Bruns, OD, FAAO and MJM.