Episodes

  • One-Year Clinical and Real-World Outcomes with the TENEO Excimer

    One-Year Clinical and Real-World Outcomes with the TENEO Excimer
    Jun 20 2025
    In this episode, Drs. Waring and Chu share clinical insights and real-world experience from the first year of using the Teneo 317 excimer laser for correcting myopia and myopic astigmatism. As the first excimer platform to receive FDA approval in over 15 years, the Teneo 317 introduces modern performance to U.S. practices with its compact design, fast ablation speed, and intuitive user interface. The conversation covers key findings from the FDA clinical trial and early post-market use, including exceptional visual acuity outcomes, improved night vision, and high levels of patient satisfaction. Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb©2025 Bausch + Lomb TEN.0014.USA.25
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    38 mins
  • Empowering Cataract Patients

    Empowering Cataract Patients
    Jun 17 2025
    Drs. Neda and Neda sit down with John A. Hovanesian, MD, to unpack how to truly empower cataract patients in today’s practice. They share practical insights on building trust, handling patient fears, and guiding decision-making for premium IOLs and lifestyle vision goals.
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    32 mins
  • The Six Stages of Practice Growth

    The Six Stages of Practice Growth
    Jun 11 2025
    Laura Livesey and Rod Solar unpack the six stages of private ophthalmology practice growth—from launching and gaining visibility to optimizing operations at scale. They explore the key challenges at each stage and the strategies practices can use to progress, offering a clear, practical framework to identify your current stage and plan your next steps.
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    35 mins
  • State of Play in Office-Based Surgery

    State of Play in Office-Based Surgery
    Jun 2 2025
    What does the landscape look like for office-based surgery? And what are on-the-ground experiences telling us about the future of eye care? Join moderator John A. Hovanesian, MD, as he hears from Mark Lobanoff, MD, andDagny Zhu, MD, both of whom have extensive experience with office-based surgery. Hear about their insights, their unexpected (pleasant) surprises, and their specific approaches in this special coverage on CRST: The Podcast.
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    27 mins
  • From Insight to Innovation

    From Insight to Innovation
    May 21 2025
    Eric D. Rosenberg, DO, MScEng, and Vance Thompson, MD, discuss how everyday surgical observations can lead to impactful innovations. Together, they explore the evolution of femtosecond laser techniques, the role of AI in ophthalmology, and the value of sharing incremental insights.
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    46 mins
  • The Power of Adjustability in Cataract Surgery

    The Power of Adjustability in Cataract Surgery
    May 20 2025
    In this special live-recorded episode, Drs. Neda and Neda explore the clinical and practical impact of the Light Adjustable Lens (RxSight) in modern cataract surgery. They share compelling patient cases that illustrate the transformative potential of adjustability, particularly for individuals uncertain about their visual goals. The discussion includes practical strategies for counseling candidates and candid insights into premium lens adoption and patient-centered decision-making.
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    11 mins
  • Negotiating Your First Job (and Every Job After That)

    Negotiating Your First Job (and Every Job After That)
    Apr 17 2025
    Drs. Neda and Neda sit down with Alyson Carrel, Clinical Professor of Law at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and Codirector of its nationally-ranked Center on Negotiation, Mediation, and Restorative Justice, to explore the strategy—and psychology—behind negotiating your first job offer. From overcoming fear and understanding your value, to asking the right questions and crafting creative win-win outcomes, Professor Carrel shares practical tools to help approach negotiations with confidence, curiosity, and clarity.
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    38 mins
  • Inside the High-Volume OR

    Inside the High-Volume OR
    Apr 14 2025
    CRST’s Chief Medical Editors—Drs. McCabe, Weinstock, and Wiley—share their real-world experiences and strategies for thriving in high-volume cataract surgery. From clinic efficiency and OR scheduling to team empowerment and patient engagement, they reflect on how to scale surgical volume without compromising quality or compassion.
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    40 mins