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.
Hosted by Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai (seasons one and two), Dr. Mona Dagher and Dr. Hady Saheb (seasons 3 and 4), and Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb (season five).
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 are sponsored by Bayer.
Written and directed by Kim Tytler, Manager of Communications at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, and produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.
Episodes
52 episodes
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 7 – Understanding Uveal Melanoma and Ocular Tumors with guest Dr. Lauren Dalvin
In this episode of EyeCan, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Dalvin, an expert in ocular oncology, to explore the complexities of uveal melanoma and ocular tumors. Dr. Dalvin, an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic, br...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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34:03
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 6 – Big Data Research Mining, Mentorship, Clinical Trials, and more! With guest Dr. Ehsan Rahimy
Welcome to EyeCan, the podcast where we dive into the fascinating world of ophthalmology and innovation.In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ehsan Rahimy, a leading retina specialist practicing in the California Bay Area. As an a...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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55:17
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 5 - Ophthalmic Pathology, with guest Dr. James Farmer
Welcome to this episode of EyeCan! Today we're chatting with Dr. James Farmer about Ophthalmic Pathology. Dr. Farmer is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Queen’s University in Ontario and an Assistant Professor at the University o...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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47:26
Inherited Retinal Disease and Advocacy for Patients with Rare Diseases with guest Dr. Matthew Benson
On today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Matthew Benson, a clinician-scientist and assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Alberta. Dr. Benson specializes in inherited retinal disea...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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57:41
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 3 - Ethics in Ophthalmology with guest Dr. Chryssa McAlister
On this episode of EyeCan, we talk to Dr. Chryssa McAlister about ethics in ophthalmology.Dr. McAlister is Co-Division Head of Ophthalmology at the Waterloo Regional Eye Program, Staff Ophthalmologist at Saint Mary’s General Hospital an...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:00:05
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 2 - A Talk With COS President Dr. Mona Dagher
Today on EyeCan we welcome Dr. Mona Dagher, head of the department of ophthalmology at Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM) and adjunct Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, McGill University.Dr. Da...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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49:22
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 1 - A Discussion on Capital Gains with guest Jean-Francois Bordeleau from MD Financial
Welcome to Season 5 of EyeCan! Today we speak to Jean-Francois Bordeleau, National Lead, Investments Advice at MD Financial Management. JF (as he is called by his colleagues) is MD’s thought leader on investment related topics and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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56:30
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 11 - Ophthalmology in Academia, with guest Dr. Sherif El-Defrawy
Our guest on this episode is Dr. Sherif El-Defrawy, a prominent Canadian ophthalmologist with extensive experience and numerous accolades in the field. He served as the Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences ...
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1:08:01
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 10 - Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology, with guest Dr. Delan Jinapriya
On this episode of EyeCan, we enjoy a conversation on Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Delan Jinapriya.Dr. Jinapriya is an Ophthalmologist who specializes in Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery. He is the Fellowship Director for the Surg...
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47:32
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 9 – Dry Eye Disease with guest Dr. Louis Racine
On this episode of EyeCan, we talk to Dr. Louis Racine about dry eye disease. Dr. Racine completed his medical degree and specialization in ophthalmology at the Université de Montréal. Following this, he was awarded a grant to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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36:41
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 8: Physician Leadership with Dr. Nina Ahuja
On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to bring you an extended conversation with Dr. Nina Ahuja, on the topic of Physician Leadership. Dr. Ahuja has over 20 years of experience as a surgeon, private practice owner, local and national academ...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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59:39
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 7 - Barriers to Corneal Donation with guest Dr. Samir Jabbour
On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss an important topic related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Ophthalmology - Barriers to Corneal Donation, with Dr. Samir Jabbour, a corneal disease speciality in Montreal. Dr. Jabbour...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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26:03
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 6 - Genetic Testing, with guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi
On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss the compelling topic of Genetic Testing, with our special guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi.Dr. Sarah Chorfi was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She graduated from Medical School at McGill University on t...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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29:10
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 5 - Upcoming Challenges in Retina, Specifically Capacity with guest Dr. Shaheer Aboobaker
On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss the Upcoming Challenges in Retina, specifically Concerns about Capacity, with Dr. Shaheer Aboobaker, a retina specialist in Toronto.With the recent approval of the first FDA approved treatment for ge...
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32:56
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 4 - Myopia – Can We Slow Down the Growth? with Dr. Vivian Hill
On this episode of EyeCan, we introduce our listeners to the topic of Myopia, with returning guest Dr. Vivian Hill.Dr. Hill completed a fellowship in Ocular Pathology at the University of Ottawa, then completed an ophthalmology residenc...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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52:55
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 3 – COS Advocacy, future planning, and new projects with guest Dr. Phil Hooper
Our guest on today’s episode of EyeCan we welcome back to the show Phil Hooper, President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS). Dr. Hooper will present some of the Advocacy work the COS has currently been working on, future planning, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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28:58
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 2 - Age-related Macular Degeneration, with guest Dr. Ravi Dookeran
Welcome to Season 4, Episode 2 of The EyeCan Podcast! Our topic on today’s episode of EyeCan is Age-related Macular Degeneration, with guest Ravi Dookeran of Winnipeg, Manitoba.Dr. Dookeran has worked in Winnipeg since 2006 in the Unive...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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33:12
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 1 - Sustainability in Ophthalmology with guest Dr. Marie-Claude Robert
Welcome to Season 4! On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to introduce our listeners to the topic of Sustainability in Ophthalmology, with guest Dr. Marie-Claude Robert, a cornea specialist in Montréal. Dr. Rober...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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30:21
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 12 – Canadian Ophthalmological Society Foundation with Dr. Guillermo Rocha
On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to the Canadian Ophthalmological Society Foundation in our discussion with Foundation President, Dr. Guillermo Rocha. Guillermo Rocha, MD, FRCSC, FACS is original...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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29:20
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 11 – Tele-ophthalmology with guest Dr. David Maberley
On this episode of EyeCan, we are talking about Tele-ophthalmology with our guest, Dr. David Maberley. After completing his residency at the University of Toronto, Dr. Maberley undertook a retina fellowship at Queen’s University, where he also ...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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38:53
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 10 – Artificial Intelligence with guest Netan Choudhry
On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to Dr. Netan Choudhry, co-founder and medical director of the Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of Toronto, a premier academic retina practice.Dr. Choudhry is an inte...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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32:01
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 9 – Innovations in Retina Therapies with guest Dr. David Brown
On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to introduce our listeners to Dr. David Brown, Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine and vice-chair for research at the Blanton Eye Institute, Houston Met...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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25:13
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 8 - Ocular Oncology with Dr. Carol Shields
On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to Dr. Carol Shields, Director of Oncology Service, Wills Eye Hospital, and Professor of Ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.She completed her...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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49:20
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 7 - Dealing with Complaints Against Your Practice with Guest Dr. R. Rishi Gupta
On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to introduce our listeners to Dr. R. Rishi Gupta, Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences in Halifax, Nova Scotia.Dr. Gupta attended medical school at the Uni...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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33:10
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 6 - Physician Health and Wellness with Dr. Susan Biali Haas
On this episode of EyeCan, we check in with Dr. Susan Biali Haas, an award-winning medical doctor, health and wellness expert, coach, speaker and author. She helps people worldwide to reduce stress, prevent burnout, improve mental health, and l...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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44:42