BrightFocus Chats Archive
Hear from guest expert Dr. Veeral Sheth about the latest treatments, research breakthroughs, and what you can do to protect your vision.
oin us for a conversation with Dr. Rebecca Sarran, a leading glaucoma specialist, as she discusses the latest research on reducing the risk of glaucoma. Dr. Sarran will cover key risk factors for glaucoma, and how regular eye exams, healthy lifestyle choices, and using eye protection can help preserve vision.
Join us for an in-depth discussion on Stargardt disease, a rare inherited form of juvenile macular degeneration that affects about 1 in 10,000 children and young adults. Learn about the latest in diagnosis, genetic testing, and promising treatments.
Join us for the next episode of Glaucoma Chats as we explore the diverse landscape of glaucoma treatments.
Macular Degeneration Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, is supporting 49 active research grants around the world. Join us as our Scientific Affairs team highlights a few of these groundbreaking research projects working toward earlier detection and prevention, treatments, and a cure for macular degeneration.
This Macular Chat episode will explore how diet and nutrition influence the risk and progression of AMD and discuss the vital role that the gut microbiome plays in overall human health.
Dr. Natasha Nayak Kolomeyer, glaucoma specialist and ophthalmologist at Wills Eye Hospital, discusses various types of eye drops used in glaucoma treatment, how they work, potential side effects, and tips for managing challenges associated with their use.
Learn about the different types of childhood glaucoma, including primary congenital, infantile, and juvenile glaucoma. Guest expert Dr. Javaneh Abassian explains the role of genetics and associated systemic diseases, trauma-induced cases, and diagnosis and treatment.
Guest expert Dr. Philip Niles shares what you need to know about identifying, preventing, and treating geographic atrophy and delve into the landscape of available treatments.
