This week, I’m solo, but not alone. I’m joined by Dr. Kaveh Hoda, a fellow medical satirist who brings the same energy I try to harness every time I put on a white coat and immediately start roasting the healthcare system. We talk shop about using humor to cope with burnout, the risks and rewards of medical satire, and why sometimes it’s more effective to jo ... Show More
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Knock Knock Eye: The History of Cataract Surgery
This week, I'm diving into the juiciest part of the eyeball—literally and historically. From ancient couching techniques that involved jabbing your eye with a sharp stick (yes, really) to modern lenses inspired by World War II cockpit glass, we’re going deep into cataract surgery ... Show More
46m 50s
Jul 3
Knock Knock Eye: Optometrist vs. Ophthalmologist: What’s the Real Difference?
You ever have someone call you an optometrist when you're, say, very much not? Yeah… that happened again. So in this episode, I’m laying out the not-so-subtle (and sometimes very contentious) differences between optometrists and ophthalmologists—education, lasers, the whole thing ... Show More
46m 26s
Nov 2024
Blue Light Scare: Are Your Eyes in Danger? ⚠️ Dr Pal Asks Dr Ashvin Agarwal | India's Top Eye Expert
In this episode of "Gut Feeling with Dr. Pal," Dr. Pal, a leading expert in gastroenterology, dives into the topic of eye health. Joined by Dr. Ashvin Agarwal, they explore human vision, uncover the truths behind common misconceptions and myths about eye care, and share actionabl ... Show More
58m 48s
Feb 2025
#1 Deficiency Behind POOR EYESIGHT
Did you know that the more you wear your glasses, the stronger prescription you’ll need?
Contrast sensitivity loss is an eye problem doctors don’t commonly check for. This condition affects the ability to differentiate between shades of grey, causing blurry vision, especially in ... Show More
7m 54s
Jun 2024
40: Menopause – Effect and cause
Half of the population experience menopause, but its effects are wide-ranging and poorly understood. In this episode, Michelle Hanratty investigates how menopause can affect the eye — from inflammatory changes, such as blepharitis, to dry eye disease and even an association with ... Show More
26m 32s
Mar 2025
Clearing the Fog on Cataracts
Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. Guest: Amir R. Khan, M.D. Although cataracts are typically seen in middle age and older individuals, they can occur at any age. They represent one of the leading causes of impaired vision and blindness worldwide. They typically develop slowly, and mos ... Show More
20m 50s
Jul 2024
Recurrent Retinal Redetachment after Cataract Surgery
Dr. Matt Feng interviews Drs. Bita Momenaei and Jason Hsu on the incidence, timing, risk factors, and outcomes of recurrent retinal detachment after phacoemulsification, from their Ophthalmology Retina article, “Incidence and Outcomes of Recurrent Retinal Detachment after Catarac ... Show More
23m 59s
Apr 2023
Ocular Manifestations of ROSAH Syndrome
What is ROSAH syndrome and how does it affect the visual function of patients with it? Dr. Tsui discusses this with Drs. Laryssa A. Huryn and Shilpa Kodati, authors of the Ophthalmology article, “Ophthalmic manifestations of ROSAH Syndrome, an inherited NF-κB mediated autoinflamm ... Show More
21m 40s