ESCRS Podcasts

Ophthalmologists and others within the eye care space come up with interesting ideas to innovate. That's 1%—the inspiration. The rest, 99%, is the perspiration. A big part of the perspiration is the funding aspect. How do they fund these ideas, that turn into start-ups, to try and make them a reality?

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Rudy Nuijts, Thomas Kohnen, and Ramin Khoramnia talk about different types of EDOF IOLs, how to select patients, and why it’s important to consider dysphotopsia rates. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss. 

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Rudy Nuijts, Thomas Kohnen, and Ramin Khoramnia discuss monofocal plus IOLs, patient selection dysphotopsia rates and how to maximize patient satisfaction with this type of lens. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss. 

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Rudy Nuijts, Thomas Kohnen, and Ramin Khoramnia discuss preoperative measurements and the importance of managing ocular surface disease in cataract surgery patients. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss. 

Welcome to our fourth BOSS podcast in our series ‘Inclusivity in Focus’ In this episode, Dr Artemis Matsou and Dr Diana Silva host an in-depth discussion with Dr Cathy McCabe, Dr Ruth Lapid Gortzak, Dr Soosan Jacob, author Bobbi Bodochka, and Kris Morrill, Medevise President and ESCRS Consultant. The focus of this episode is Breaking Barriers; Women conquering a traditionally male workplace.

The third BOSS podcast has landed! In this episode, 'Spotlight Success; Women on the Podium', Artemis Matsou and Diana Silva facilitate a discussion with Basak Bostanci, Sorcha Ni Dhubhghaill, Amy Johnson and Kris Morrill. Hear their perspectives on how to combat nerves, respond to difficult questions, and grow in confidence on the podium.

Featuring Paul Rosen, Artemis Matsou, Basak Bostanci, Vincent Qin, David Lockington, hosted by Kris Morrill.

Welcome to the second episode of the Podcast series titled ‘Inclusivity in Focus ‘This Podcast series is part of the ESCRS Initiative BOSS - Building our Sustainable, Inclusive Society. In this episode ‘Allies in Action: How Men Support Women in Ophthalmology’, Dr. Diana Silva and Dr. Artemis Matsou facilitate a fascinating discussion between ESCRS Secretary, Prof Burkhard Dick and ESCRS Council Member, Dr Joaquin Fernandez. Our guests discuss barriers to career progression due to gender and how education and systemic change is essential to achieve equality.

Our brand-new podcast series kicks off with an exciting start, 'Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women Leading in Ophthalmology'. In this first episode,  ESCRS’ first female President, Prof. Marie-Jose Tassignon has a magnificent conversation with Medevise Founder and ESCRS Consultant, Kris Morrill, facilitated by Dr Artemis Matsou and Dr Diana Silva. Be sure to keep an eye out for the next podcast ‘Allies in Action; How Men Support Women in Ophthalmology’ - coming soon!  

Work-life balance is frequently discussed in our post-COVID world as people seek to find an equilibrium in their lives. But, the reality is that how that term is applied will differ from person to person. In this podcast, David Lockington and Julien Buratto join Moderator Kristine Morrill to share their views on achieving the right balance and the role mentors can play in the balancing act.   Speaker names and affiliations: David Lockington, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Glasgow & LBI Committee member Julien Buratto, Group CEO, Neovision Clinics, Milan

Who Owns Ophthalmology? In recent years, there has been growing pressure on ophthalmologists in both public and private practice to cede some independence to private investors who wish to include ophthalmology in their healthcare portfolios. The ESCRS has always valued the support of industry in assisting us in delivering premium services to our patients. It is our belief this should be done in the spirit of collaboration. We also believe ophthalmology should be physician-led, and that we must retain control of our practices both in the public and private environments. In this webinar we will discuss how ophthalmologists can continue to retain their independence while continuing to engage with industry in a constructive and positive manner.   Webinar Programme Tuesday 21 November 2023 19.30 CET; 18.30 GMT   19.30 - Welcome And Introduction Sheraz Daya, UK, Founder, Chairman and Medical Director, Centre for Sight, London and Artemis Matsou, Greece, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon- Cornea Cataract Anterior Segment, Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead.   19.35 - 19.50 How Will New Models Of Ophthalmology Ownership Effect Young Ophthalmologists? - Vincent Qin, Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon, Belgium Vincent Qindiscusses how young ophthalmologists envisage their future careers and how they wish to ensure good life work balance and training, research and leadership opportunities.   19.50 - 20.05 The EuroEyes Story - Joern Joergensen, Denmark, CEO, EuroEyes Joern Joergensen discusses how EuroEyes has grown and developed to become one of the leading ophthalmic groups worldwide. Based on his experience as an ophthalmologist and entrepreneur he will also discuss the benefits of the EuroEyes model for ophthalmologists.   20.05 - 20.20 Why I Remain Committed To Private Practice - Arthur Cummings, Ireland, Consultant Eye Surgeon, Wellington Eye Clinic and Consultant Ophthalmologist at the Beacon Hospital. Arthur Cummings explains why he has carved out a career in private practice rather than taking up a public position or selling his practice to private equity and what he perceives to be challenges that he and other independent private practitioners will face in the future.   20.20 – 20.35 What Is Private Equity And How Does It Work? – Victor Chua, UK, MBBChir, MRCSEd (Ophthalmology), Partner Mansfield Advisors LLP Victor Chua will discuss the impact of private equity owned ophthalmic companies in bringing down waiting times and costs, the downside of reduced training opportunities for junior surgeons to do simple cataracts and the dangers of "cherry-picking" in some countries by private equity firms when choosing which procedures they will concentrate on.   20.35 - Discussion Sheraz Daya and Artemis Matsou will discuss some of the key points raised in the discussion and take questions from the audience for the speakers   20.55 Closing remarks, Paul Rosen, UK, Chairman ESCRS Leadership & Business Innovation Committee.

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Oliver Findl and Arthur Cummings discuss best practices for patient education and why proper communication is so important. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss. 

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Oliver Findl and Arthur Cummings talk about EDOF IOLs, how to match them with patient needs and how this influences patient satisfaction. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss. 

In this section of the ESCRS podcast series on Refractive IOLs, Drs. Oliver Findl and Arthur Cummings discuss monofocal plus IOLs, and patient selection and satisfaction. To hear the entire interview, make sure to listen to the remaining two podcasts in this series. Independent Medical Education supported by Alcon, J&J Vision and Zeiss.

Paul Rosen interviews Richard Packard about his early experience of phaco. Dr Packard talks about  working with Eric Arnott at the Charing Cross Hospital in London,UK,  the first phaco machines, the opposition he encountered from many of his colleagues and the eventual acceptance of the procedure.   Paul Rosen interviews Patrick Condon about the early days of phacoemulsification. Irish surgeon Patrick Condon visited Charles Kelman in New York, where he observed surgeries and travelled with Kelman by private helicopter, as well as later bringing him to Ireland in the mid-1980s. He also worked with Eric Arnott in London, where he learned the procedure. He tells Paul Rosen how the development of capsulorhexis and lens implants were key to phaco going mainstream, following years of heavy opposition, and looks to the future to see what direction the surgery will go in next   Sean Henahan talks to Bekir Sitki Aslan, Head of Eye Department, Ankara Memorial Hospital, Turkey about what has changed 50 years after the introduction of phaco.