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 complete his post-doctoral fellowship training in cornea, cataract and laser refractive surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and with the Rothschild Foundation in Paris, France.

Since 2003, Dr. Racine has performed more than 25,000 laser refractive surgeries. In 2004, he became one of the first surgeons in Montreal to be certified for use of the IntraLase femtosecond laser. That same year, he also underwent PRK surgery on both eyes. In Canada, he is also one of the cornea specialists with the most experience treating patients with keratoconus through use of corneal collagen cross-linking (CXL).

Dr. Racine is an associate professor of ophthalmology at the Université de Montreal and practices at Hôpital Notre-Dame of the Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM). He teaches cataract surgery to ophthalmology residents and specializes in corneal transplant and complex cataract surgeries. As a recognized expert on dry eye syndrome, Dr. Racine is part of a Canadian group working to evaluate all therapeutic modalities for this condition.

Dr. Racine was awarded grants by the E.A. Baker Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness, and by the Université de Montréal Research in Ophthalmology Fund.

In 2003, Dr. Racine took part in United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) trials for the AcrySof® Toric intraocular lens. Dr. Racine has given many lectures in the United States and Europe on refractive surgery, dry eyes and intraocular lenses. He has participated in the publication of many book chapters and scientific papers, including the American Journal of Ophthalmology.

With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and 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 Bayer.

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 academic leader, and is the founder of Docs in Leadership, a program that delivers emotionally intelligent leadership education that support positive culture in healthcare environments and supports well-being.

Show Notes:

EyeCan Season 1, Episode 6: Physician Wellness with Dr. Nina Ahuja https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/eyecan-season-1-episode-6-physician-wellness-w-guest/id1541770048?i=1000506576306

Docs in Leadership https://www.docsinleadership.com/

Stress in Medicine: Lessons Learned Through My Years as a Surgeon, from Med School to Residency, and Beyond https://geni.us/StressInMedicine

Live to Lead – Leaders committed to making a difference in the world share their inspiring stories. Available on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81406763

Hillary – in this four part documentary series, former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton reflects candidly on her life and career. Available on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81266238#:~:text=In%20this%20four%2Dpart%20documentary,on%20her%20life%20and%20career.&text=Watch%20all%20you%20want.

With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and 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 Bayer.

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 practices at the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal and the Jewish General Hospital and serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Montreal and an Adjunct Clinical Professor at McGill University. His specialties include corneal disorders, external eye diseases, and refractive surgery, with a particular expertise in corneal grafts, limbal stem cell transplants, keratoconus and complex cataracts.

A graduate from the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University, Dr. Jabbour completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Montreal. Subsequently, he undertook two years of subspecialty training in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland, and the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, United Kingdom. He is currently pursuing a Master in Public Health at Harvard University.

Dr. Jabbour's research primarily focuses on ocular surface disease, keratoconus, and surgical techniques in keratoplasty, cataract and refractive surgery. His contributions to the field can be found in top-tier medical journals. He frequently presents his work at national and international conferences. As the director of the Cornea fellowship at CHUM, he mentors upcoming Cornea specialists. Additionally, he teaches medical students and ophthalmology residents from the University of Montreal and McGill University.

Show Notes:

1. Canadians' attitudes toward corneal donation: informational-motivational videos increase willingness toward corneal donation
2. Nucleic Acid Test (NATs)
3. Dr. Murdoch Leeies - Director of a Research Program focuses on promoting health equity in organ and tissue donation and transplantation across Canada, within the Department of Emergency Medicine at University of Manitoba. His objective is to enhance access and outcomes through targeted interventions. Notably, he is in the process of establishing a 2SLGBTQIA+ patient advisory team for the Transplant Manitoba Gift of Life organ donation program, collaborating with the University of Manitoba's Centre for Healthcare Innovation and the Manitoba Society for Patient-Oriented Research.
4. Challenging Outdated FDA Policy - Michael A. Puente works to end ban on cornea donations Challenging Outdated FDA Policy (cuanschutz.edu)
5. Eye Bank – COS’ Eye Bank Committee
6. COS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and 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 Bayer.