EyeCan
EyeCan: A Canadian Lens on Ophthalmology. In this series, we examine all aspects of what it means to be an Ophthalmologist in Canada; we speak with leaders in our field about their contributions and life journey; we explore new and emerging techniques and technologies in eye care. Through it all we hope to connect with our community and have those that listen understand the value of who we are and what we do for our patients. We’ll share our experiences as ophthalmologists today and tackle some of challenges we face as healthcare providers.
EyeCan has been hosted by: Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai (seasons 1 and 2), Dr. Mona Dagher and Dr. Hady Saheb (seasons 3 and 4), and Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb (season 5 and 6).
Brought to you by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Seasons 1 and 2 of the EyeCan podcast were sponsored by MD Financial Affinity Grant. Seasons 3, 4 and 5 were sponsored by Bayer. Season 6 is co-sponsored by Astellas Pharma Canada, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision. We thank them for their support.
Written and directed by Kim Tytler, Manager of Communications at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, and produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. Social media promotion by Moneika Ramsinghani, Communications Coordinator at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.
Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
EyeCan
EyeCan Season 6, Episode 5 - When the Body Says Nothing - the Story Behind the Biomaterial Comprising the PRESERFLO® MicroShunt Used to Treat Glaucoma with guest Dr. Leonard Pinchuk
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In this episode of EyeCan, host Dr. Hady Saheb sits down with Leonard Pinchuk—pioneering biomedical engineer, inventor, and Russ Prize laureate—whose work has shaped modern medical devices and impacted over a billion patients worldwide. Pinchuk shares the clinical frustrations that sparked the development of the SIBS biomaterial, the lessons learned from early failures and breakthroughs, and what makes innovation in ophthalmology uniquely challenging. From collaborating with bold early surgeons to advice for clinicians who want to innovate, this conversation offers a rare, behind‑the‑scenes look at how transformative ideas move from concept to clinical reality.
With your host Dr. Hady Saheb.
Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.
Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.
The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Astellas Pharma Canada and Johnson&Johnson Vision.
Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!
Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
