Resource Pillar

Episode 74: Intuition in Uncharted Waters: The Art of Retinal Surgery

In this episode Dean Eliott, Grazia Pertile, and José García-Arumí join chair Kourous Rezaei to explore how surgical mastery is built through intuition, preparation, and reflection. They share practical insights on mentorship, focus, teamwork, and managing stressful cases — from avoiding coffee before surgery to resetting after complications — revealing that great surgeons are defined not just by skill, but by judgment, patience, and care for the patient

December 18, 2025

Episode 72: Bridging the Gap – Why Diversity in Retina Trials Can’t Wait

Retinal diseases disproportionately affect certain populations—yet these groups are underrepresented in research. In this episode, Dr. Christiana Dinah chairs a global panel including Drs. Adrienne Scott, Charles Wykoff and Jeremiah Brown to explore the systemic and structural barriers to inclusion in retina trials, and why the stakes for equity have never been higher.

November 27, 2025

Episode 71: Restoring Vision with Bionics: Inside the Prima Implant Breakthrough

In this episode, Prof. Frank Holz leads a panel discussion on a major leap forward in retinal prosthesis: the Prima system for geographic atrophy. Joined by Dr. Mahi Muqit and Prof. Lars-Olof Hattenbach, they explore how their extraordinary wireless subretinal implant is restoring visual perception in late-stage AMD.

November 11, 2025

Episode 69: Pioneering Retina: Prof. Ursula Schmidt-Erfurth on AI, AMD & 25 Years of Euretina

Euretina President Prof. Anat Loewenstein speaks with Prof. Ursula Schmidt-Erfurth, 25th Euretina Lecturer, about her groundbreaking career in retinal disease, from imaging innovations to AI-driven early detection. They discuss the EU-funded iScreen project, the future of AMD management, and the significance of two women presidents (past and present) as Euretina celebrates its 25th anniversary in Paris

September 1, 2025

Episode 68: AI, Epidemiology & Innovation: Prof. Korobelnik on the Future of Retina

Ahead of his Gisbert Richard Lecture at this year’s Euretina Congress in Paris, Jean-François Korobelnik joins Nicole Eter to reflect on a career at the forefront of retinal research. From surgical breakthroughs to his leadership of the E3 consortium, and his cautious optimism for AI, Prof. Korobelnik shares insights on past progress and future priorities in retina

August 29, 2025

Episode 66: A Holistic Approach? Patient Experience, Mental Health and Emotional Intelligence

In this thought-provoking episode, Professor Tariq Aslam and Retina International’s Avril Daly join Jonathan McCrea to explore the emotional and psychological dimensions of retinal disease. From the power of empathy in clinical care to the need for integrated mental health services, the discussion highlights why supporting patients beyond the medical chart is more vital than ever—especially in an AI-driven world.

August 5, 2025

Episode 65: Decoding White Spot Syndromes: Multimodal Imaging, Challenges & Clinical Clarity

Ahead of her Ophthalmologica Lecture at this year’s Euretina Congress, Maria Vittoria Cicinelli joins Bahram Bodaghi to explore the evolving understanding of white spot syndromes. From classic presentations of punctate inner choroidopathy (PIC) to emerging imaging insights and therapeutic uncertainties, the conversation highlights unmet needs, research gaps, and practical implications for clinicians managing posterior uveitis

July 15, 2025