CRST: The Podcast

By: Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today
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  • Join CRST: The Podcast at the intersection of patient care and innovation in ophthalmology and listen as experts in the field engage in thought-provoking discussion on anterior segment surgery. This podcast curates content and mini series that help progressive cataract and refractive surgeons take their practices to the next level. CRST: The Podcast is produced by Bryn Mawr Communications and the medical trade publication Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today.
    2024 Bryn Mawr Communications LLC
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Episodes
  • Transforming Global Eye Care

    Transforming Global Eye Care
    Sep 26 2024
    Neda Nikpoor, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, interview Geoffrey Tabin, MD, cofounder of Cure Blindness Project and a Professor of Ophthalmology and Global Medicine at Stanford University. Dr. Tabin shares his inspiring journey from witnessing the transformative impact of cataract surgery in Nepal to dedicating his life to combating preventable blindness worldwide. They discuss how he and Sanduk Ruit, MD, established sustainable eye care systems by training local surgeons, implementing a model where paying patients subsidize free care, and maintaining high-quality, high-volume surgeries. The conversation explores challenges faced in different regions, strategies for sustainable medical missions, and practical ways medical professionals can contribute to global eye care efforts.
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    37 mins
  • Managing Patient Expectations Through Emotional Intelligence

    Managing Patient Expectations Through Emotional Intelligence
    Sep 10 2024
    In this episode of CRST: The Podcast, Gary Wörtz, MD, Guest Medical Editor for the May issue of CRST, speaks with Eric D. Donnenfeld, MD, on a crucial yet often overlooked topic: emotional intelligence in patient care. They explore how managing complications, setting realistic expectations preoperatively, and fostering positive patient relationships through communication and empathy can greatly impact outcomes and the overall patient experience. Explore these insights further in the May issue of CRST. [https://crstoday.com/articles/may-2024/the-paradox-of-patient-satisfaction?single=true]
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    32 mins
  • Mentorship in Ophthalmology

    Mentorship in Ophthalmology
    Aug 28 2024
    Neda Nikpoor, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, sit down with William B. Trattler, MD, to explore the profound impact of mentorship in the field of ophthalmology. Dr. Trattler shares inspiring stories of how he has mentored colleagues and offers insights into how mentorship can shape careers, foster collaboration, and elevate the standard of patient care. The discussion highlights the importance of personal connections, the value of industry involvement, and the ways in which mentorship can benefit both mentors and mentees.
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    22 mins
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