Eyes For Ears

Toxocara

Ben and Andrew review toxocariasis and its gnarly lifecycle, why every ophthalmologist needs to know about it, treatment, and more.

 

We wish everyone about to take OKAPs the best of luck!

Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease

Ben and Amanda review VKH, including terminology, key findings, stages, and differential diagnoses.

Albinism

Ben and Andrew review how oculocutaneous and ocular albinism affect the eye, genetics of these problems, and other systemic conditions that cause albinism.

Pediatric Spectacle Prescription Pearls

Andrew and Ben simplify the nuances of how to prescribe glasses for children, and why you sometimes shouldn't just give the refraction you measured. There are relevant pearls for what they'll test you on in the boards, and practical tips for the clinic.

LASIK Flap Complications

Amanda and Ben discuss problems that can happen with LASIK flaps, including diffuse lamellar keratitis, infectious keratitis, epithelial ingrowth, and more!

Iris Tumors

Amanda and Andrew dive into the world of iris tumors, and other related spots and nodules. When do you watch? When is it melanoma? Find out in this episode!

Colobomas

This week, Amanda and Andrew review colobomas, from embryologic causes, anatomy, and systemic concerns when you find it.

 

 

Duane Syndrome with Dr Srav Vegunta

Eyes for Ears is finally back! We are re-opening with a great lesson about Duane Syndrome by Dr Srav Vegunta, who is both a pediatric ophthalmologist and neuro-ophthalmologist at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah.

The Rings of Trauma

Ben and Andrew review the seven rings of ocular trauma, a closed globe injury phenomenon.

Entropion

Amanda and Ben do a rapid fire, oral boards style review of entropion.

 

To those taking oral boards this week, the whole team wishes you the best of luck!