Glaucoma Chats
Glaucoma Chats are a series of free audio conversations with glaucoma specialists and other eye care professionals discussing the latest advancements in glaucoma research, treatment options, and day-to-day management strategies. Presented by National Glaucoma Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, and the American Glaucoma Society.
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Upcoming Glaucoma Chats
Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration: Can You Be Diagnosed With Both?
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
1:00 pm EST (please adjust for your time zone)
Featuring: Dilru Amarasekera, MD, Wills Eye Hospital
Free, Accessible & Interactive
Learn tips for living with glaucoma, the latest treatments, and promising research on the horizon.
Two ways to participate:
Receive a Call
Receive an automated phone call at the time of the Chat.
Stream Live on Your Device
Stream the audio live on your computer, tablet, or other device.
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Glaucoma Explained: Types, Risk Factors, and Treatments
Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jaehong Han about the different types of glaucoma, including open-angle, angle-closure, normal-tension, and more, discussing who is most affected by each and how treatments can vary.
Glaucoma Treatments in 2024
A glaucoma specialist discussed the diverse landscape of glaucoma treatments, including newly approved medications.
Latest Updates on Glaucoma Eye Drops
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.
Childhood Glaucoma
Learn about the different types of childhood glaucoma, including primary congenital, infantile, and juvenile glaucoma.
Exploring Artificial Intelligence and Glaucoma: Challenges, Opportunities, and Hope
Discover the innovative ways scientists and healthcare professionals are leveraging artificial intelligence to detect and diagnose glaucoma.
Glaucoma Imaging: Trends in Detection and Diagnosis
An expert outlined the latest advancements in optic nerve imaging that have enabled earlier glaucoma detection.
Building Connection and Community: Take Charge of Your Glaucoma Diagnosis
Join Dr. Amy Zhang and Carolyn Edward as they discuss empowering glaucoma patients through community and self-advocacy. Learn how to manage your diagnosis.
Cataracts and Glaucoma: What You Should Know in 2024
In this Glaucoma Chat episode we discussed the complex relationship between cataracts and glaucoma.
The Eye Exam for Glaucoma: Six Common Tests
This Glaucoma Chat episode featured Dr. Lauren E. Hock who discussedhow glaucoma is diagnosed and what to expect during your eye exam.
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Glaucoma Chats is presented in partnership with the American Glaucoma Society.
Listen to Glaucoma Chats on the go!
Past episodes of Glaucoma Chats are available to listen to as podcasts on the go on YouTube, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, and Pandora.
