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Real World Ophthalmology

Real World Ophthalmology 24 Episodes Jul 2, 2026

Real World Ophthalmology is a free educational resource created by Dr. Lisa Nijm to help young ophthalmologists transition from training to practice. The podcast highlights key clinical, business, and personal growth topics discussed with experts around the globe. Hosted by Dr. Nijm along with co-hosts Dr. Grayson Armstrong and Dr. Alison D. Early, it features the "greatest hits" from their virtual meetings. Season 4 launched in May 2026.

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Research Reimagined: The AI Advantage Jul 2, 2026 00:25:12 What if 80% of the tedious work in research could be automated?In this episode, Dr. Lisa Nijm sits down with Jan Degenhardt, Healthcare Product Manager at Zeiss, to explore how AI is democratizing ophthalmology research, making it accessible not just to academics, but to busy clinicians in private practice too.We discuss why ophthalmology is uniquely positioned to lead AI-driven discovery, how Zei

When Sustainability Meets Surgery Jun 24, 2026 00:29:23 Did you know the 28-day rule for eye drops has no scientific evidence behind it? It was never meant to apply to topical medications at all.In this episode, Dr. Lisa Nijm sits down with Dr. Lucy Mudie — oculoplastic surgeon, Johns Hopkins MPH graduate, and one of the AAO's inaugural Green Grant recipients — to talk about something most ophthalmologists don't think about: sustainability in t

Vision Through Music Jun 17, 2026 00:27:12 What if the key to unlocking a blind child's potential isn't found in a clinic — but in a music lesson?In this episode, Dr. Lisa Nijm sits down with Dr. Bradley Black, retired pediatric ophthalmologist and founder of Vision Through Music — a program of the Children's Eye Foundation of AAPOS in partnership with the Academy of Music for the Blind — to explore the remarkable neuroscience

$Stop Asking Insurance for Permission: The Refractive Mindset$

Stop Asking Insurance for Permission: The Refractive Mindset Jun 10, 2026 00:40:40 What if every cataract patient is actually a refractive patient? And why are we letting insurance companies decide how patients get to see?Dr. Greg Parkhurst — cataract and refractive surgeon, founder of Parkhurst NuVision in San Antonio, and Army veteran — joins Dr. Lisa Nijm and co-host Dr. Grayson Armstrong to challenge how ophthalmologists think and talk about refractive surgery. He makes the

No Private Equity Required: Building a Practice that Lasts Jun 3, 2026 00:30:39 Dr. Lisa Nijm is joined by Dr. Blake Williamson for a candid conversation on building a thriving ophthalmology practice without losing your independence, identity, or joy. They discuss private practice ownership, refractive surgery, thinking beyond compensation, bringing value to a practice, refractive touch-ups, IOL explants, work-life harmony, ergonomics, surgical longevity, and building a caree

Move Where You Excel May 26, 2026 00:37:26 Join us as we chat with Dr. Ashley Brissette on her involvement in unique career ventures beyond the ophthalmology OR and clinic spaces! She shares wisdom on career decision-making and making time for passions outside of medicine.

Updates in Neuro-Ophthalmology and Reflections on Mentorship in Medicine May 19, 2026 00:36:05 Welcome to Season 4! We are so excited to kick off this season with Dr. Andrew Lee and discuss the integration of AI, the invaluable role of mentorship, and much more. P.S. Check out Ethan Jung's music (highlighted in the intro and outro)! https://open.spotify.com/artist/76WVZmJYhZLU2F4RUdT0Bs?si=bnAaWGOASrWwCWsC00-OIg&nd=1&dlsi=24583dc6a3b046fb Spotifyhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist

Building Your Practice Step-by-Step Nov 26, 2025 00:58:24 Dive into building your own practice with Dr. Lisa Feulner as we discuss how to embrace change and challenge, prioritize innovation and efficiency, and build your posse in your professional and personal circles.⁠Join the Team!

New Horizons in Retina Nov 12, 2025 00:23:38 Join us as we delve into everything from evolving therapeutic paradigms to changing practice patterns with pearls for medical students to young retina surgeons alike. Dr. Nijm co-hosts with Dr. Joe Nezgoda as we discuss hot topics in retina with Dr. Rishi Singh.Note: Dr. Singh's biography has evolved since the recording of this podcast episode, and we are thrilled for him as he enters this ne

New Horizons in Glaucoma: Part 2 Mar 5, 2025 00:23:21 We continue the conversation with Dr. Jason Bacharach and Dr. Courtney Bovee on evolving therapeutics, including sustained drug release and a greater shift towards early intervention.

New Horizons in Glaucoma: Part 1 Mar 5, 2025 00:37:19 Dr. Jason Bacharach and Dr. Courtney Bovee join us to discuss the shifting paradigms for glaucoma, including exciting changes in diagnostics and the rising incidence of this disease.Check out the Gleams newsletter for more up-to-date information about current research, treatment options, and more:https://glaucoma.org/about-us/gleams-newsletter

New Horizons in Oculoplastics/Thyroid Eye Disease: Part 2 Feb 19, 2025 00:34:02 Join us for Part 2 where we transition into the multidisciplinary management of patients with TED along with some pearls for our early ophthalmologists on how to care for this complex condition.

New Horizons in Oculoplastics/Thyroid Eye Disease: Part 1 Feb 19, 2025 00:31:02 We are excited to share our discussions regarding early detection and diagnosis of thyroid eye diseases with Dr. Erin Shriver and Dr. Sonali Khachikian!

Choosing the Right Patient for the Right Lens Feb 11, 2025 00:46:18 Join us as we kick off Season 3 by discussing important considerations involving lens selection and maximizing our chance for success with Dr. Gary Wortz and Dr. Sheri Rowen!

New Horizons in Neuro-Ophthalmology May 31, 2024 00:36:57 Join us as we chat with Dr. Ore-ofe Adesina, medical director of the Cizik Eye Clinic and associate professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, as we discuss the evolving treatment landscape of neuro-ophthalmology and emerging role of AI in the subspecialty. Related links: BONSAI study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36719740/ RWO Podcast listeners, check out Dr. Adesina's two podcas

$Refractive Options for the Early Career Surgeon$

Refractive Options for the Early Career Surgeon Apr 26, 2024 00:39:52 Learn about the opportunities and considerations for early-career refractive surgeons in a dynamic conversation with Dr. Mitch Jackson, founder and medical director of Jacksoneye, and Dr. Vance Thompson, president of ASCRS and director of refractive surgery at Vance Thompson Vision.

Managing the 20/Unhappy Patient Apr 26, 2024 00:33:11 Learn about setting patient expectations and optimizing patient outcomes with Dr. Karl Stonecipher, professor at Tulane and UNC and practicing ophthalmologist at Laser Defined Vision and Piedmont Eye Surgical and Laser Center, and Dr. Sara Bozorg, chief of ophthalmology at the Maine Eye Center specializing in complex anterior segment surgery.

Global Ophthalmology Apr 26, 2024 00:38:31 Dive into the world of global ophthalmology with Dr. Jeff Pettey, clinical vice chair and associate professor of ophthalmology at the University of Utah, and Dr. Paul Chan, professor and chair of the department of ophthalmology at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, as we discuss the different opportunities for impact at both a local and global level. Please see below for some of the opportunitie

Ergonomics Apr 26, 2024 00:21:02 Join us as we chat with Dr. Nicole Bajic, comprehensive ophthalmologist and associate professor at the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute, on the importance of ergonomics at all stages of practice.

A Conversation with Dr. Stephen McLeod Apr 12, 2023 00:25:15 Tune in as we chat with Dr. Stephen McLeod, CEO of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and learn about the changing landscape of ophthalmology!

Hanging One Shingle at a Time: Starting a Solo Practice Apr 12, 2023 00:44:30 Listen in as Dr. Arvind Saini (Cornea Specialist, Owner of Integrity Eye) and Dr. Steven Christiansen (Retina Surgeon, Front Range Retina) navigates us through the process of establishing your own practice.

Motherhood and Maternity Leave Apr 5, 2023 00:32:09 Learn about the opportunities and challenges of motherhood as a young eye doc with Dr. Andrea Tooley, oculoplastic surgeon at Mayo Clinic.

Advocacy in Ophthalmology Apr 5, 2023 00:19:29 Join us to learn about the role of advocacy in ophthalmology with Dr. Ravi Goel, a comprehensive ophthalmologist, cataract & refractive surgeon and instructor at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and a leader in organized medicine.

Adding Tools and Techniques to your Skillset Apr 5, 2023 00:23:29 Join Dr. Thomas Oetting (prof. of ophthalmology at University of Iowa) and Dr. Lorraine Provencher (glaucoma & cataract specialist at Cincinnati Eye Institute) as we discuss the personal and professional challenges young ophthalmologists face in early practice.

Negotiations Mar 28, 2023 00:35:12 Negotiate your first job contract out of residency, and get everything you want (or at least try!), with Dr. Lisa Nijm, founder of Real World Ophthalmology, founder of https://www.mdnegotiation.com/, and CEO of Women in Ophthalmology.

How to be a Shooting Star on Social Media Mar 28, 2023 00:27:31 Join our conversation with Dr. Jesse Berry, Ocular Oncologist and Social Media Superstar, on cultivating your social media presence.

Managing a Sticky Situation: Corneal Wound Burn during Cataract Surgery Mar 28, 2023 00:26:22 Join us as we chat with Dr. Uday Devgan, cataract, refractive and LASIK surgeon (well-known by trainees as the ‘Cataract Coach’), as we discuss anticipating and managing complications during cataract surgery.

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