In this episode of The Rob and Jai Show from OIS XIV, hosts Dr. Rob Rothman and Dr. Jai Parekh talk with Eric Schlumpf, CEO of Stuart Therapeutics, about the company’s transformative approach to ophthalmic diseases. Learn how Stuart's innovative polypeptide technology repairs damaged collagen, advancing from dry eye to neuroprotection in glaucoma a…

Carey Powers caught up with five innovative companies at this years OIS XIV in San Diego, to discuss the latest advancements in ophthalmology on the OIS podcast. Topics included touchless laser therapy for presbyopia, extending the duration of intravitreal treatments, next-generation tear fluid testing, and new imaging methodologies for vitreoretin…

In this episode, listen in as Dr. Robert Rothman speaks with Dr. Daniel Brocks, CMO of BostonSight! They discuss the unique PROSE lenses that are redefining corneal care and how BostonSight’s nonprofit mission is making advanced treatments accessible to more patients. Key takeaways include: PROSE Lenses: Customized scleral lenses that protect, hydr…

In this episode of the OIS Retina Podcast, Firas Rahhal sits down with Jean-Pierre Hubschman, CEO of Horizon Surgical, to discuss the revolutionary advancements in robotic eye surgery. Highlights include: The development of the "IRISS" robotic platform and its focus on cataract surgery. Insights into AI-driven precision, decision-making, and visual…

In this episode of the OIS Podcast, host Rob Rothman sits down with Jay Cormier, CEO of Eyedaptic, to explore innovative solutions for individuals with vision loss. They discuss Eyedaptic's groundbreaking technology and its impact on enhancing daily life for those with visual impairments. Key Highlights: Insight into the inspiration behind Eyedapti…

In this week’s OIS Podcast episode, Host Dr. Robert Rothman sits down with Almog Aley-Raz, CEO of CorNeat Vision, for a fascinating discussion. They cover: Almog’s career journey from Israel to the U.S. How a mountain biking trip with an ophthalmologist sparked the idea for CorNeat Vision Corneal blindness as a global issue and the need for better …

Exciting insights from the OIS Retina Panel! Moderated by Dr. Emmett Cunningham, this discussion dives deep into the current state of ophthalmology investment and innovation. Panelists, Anna Chen, Adit Ghosh, Dr. Firas Rahhal and Caroline Stout shared their perspectives on the evolving landscape, highlighting both opportunities and challenges in th…

Don’t miss the OIS Retina Panel, moderated by Dr. Pravin Dugel, “The View from the Street.” Join Dr. Anupam Dalal, Andrew Gitkin, and Cameron Taylor as they discuss the latest in ophthalmology, including: Current Challenges: Few blockbuster drugs and limited M&A activity Opportunities: Growth potential from recent GA therapy successes Strategic Ins…

Discover the milestone 400th episode of the OIS podcast with Dr. Firas Rahhal and Dr. Robert Rothman, where they explore the impact of Ophthalmology Innovation Summit (OIS) on the investment ecosystem: Journey of OIS Rich Insights Collaboration Clinical Mastery Long-Term Relationships Humor and Admiration Future of Ophthalmology Tune in to this epi…

In this episode of Eye on Innovation Podcast, Carey Powers delves into the latest advancements in corneal crosslinking technology with expert guest Dr. Deepinder Dhaliwal. Dr. Dhaliwal, a renowned professor of ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and director of refractive surgery at the UPMC Vision Institute, shares her…

In our latest episode, host Dr. Rob Rothman interviews Greg Kunst, CEO of Aurion Biotech, to delve into the forefront of cell therapy for corneal disease. Join us to discover: Greg's journey from pivotal roles at Alcon and Glaukos to leading Aurion Biotech The innovative allogenic cell therapy technology developed by Aurion How this technology addr…

This week's OIS Podcast features a compelling panel discussion from the Dry Horizons Symposium co-presented by Ora and OIS, held on May 3 in Seattle. The panel, comprising leading experts in ophthalmology and dry eye research, covered essential topics in the field: 🔹Advancements in Diagnostics: Insights into new tools and technologies for more accu…

Explore the cutting-edge world of ophthalmology with the Eye on Innovation Podcast. In the latest episode, Carey Powers hosts Dr. Rishi Singh and Dr. Michael Singer as they delve into how AI and robotics are transforming retina medicine, bringing unprecedented changes to diagnosis, clinical trials, and patient care. This insightful discussion provi…

In this compelling OIS podcast episode, host Dr. Rob Rothman engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Malvina Eydelman, the Director of the FDA's Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT, and Dental Devices. Delve into Malvina's unique career journey and discover how her diverse background in engineering and ophthalmology has influe…

In the latest episode of the OIS podcast, host Dr. Rob Rothman delves into the transformative power of empathy with multi-Emmy award-winning actress and writer, Ellen Gould. Together, they explore the intersection of healthcare and storytelling, shedding light on the importance of patient-centered care and authentic narrative representation. Episod…

In this episode, Dr. Jai Parekh shares his journey from ophthalmology to business leadership in healthcare. Raised in New Jersey, he initially pursued cardiology before discovering his passion for ophthalmology. Specializing in cornea and refractive surgery, he transitioned into the commercial side of the field, leveraging his clinical expertise an…

Don't miss the latest episode of the OIS Retina Podcast, where we sit down with optometrist and ophthalmology researcher Brian Levy for an illuminating discussion on the future of eye care. In this episode, Brian takes us on a journey through his career, from his early days in vet school to his groundbreaking work at Presbyterian Medical Center, Ae…

Tune in to the latest episode of the Eye On Innovation podcast where Carey Powers dives into the dynamic world of biotech investor pitch decks with special guest Dr. Rob Rothman, Founding Partner of InFocus Capital Partners. Discover the top five mistakes to avoid when crafting your pitch deck and gain exclusive insights from Dr. Rothman's wealth o…

Join us this week on the OIS podcast as host Carey Powers sits down with Dr. Paul Karpecki to explore the latest advancements in presbyopia treatment strategies. Here's what you can expect from this insightful conversation: Insider Insights: Dr. Karpecki shares insider insights gleaned from his extensive clinical experience and research in the fiel…

In the latest episode of the OIS Podcast, host Dr. Robert Rothman engages in a captivating dialogue with Dr. Prasad Sunkara, CEO of Eyegenex. Key points discussed in the episode: Prasad's multifaceted background spanning agricultural sciences to pharmaceuticals. Eyegenex's pioneering work in gene and peptide therapies for ophthalmic conditions. The…

This panel discussion on startup commercial strategy explores key elements and insights from industry leaders, Paul Bresge, Aziz Mottiwala, Todd Pinkney, Cari Stone and Adam Szaronos, offering a comprehensive view of the journey from regulatory approval to commercialization. Beth Marsh, Lead of Sales and Marketing at Apellis, sets the stage by emph…

OIS Podcast host Carey Powers speaks with Dr. Adrienne Graves and Dr. Barbara Wirostko on 'Maximizing the Value of Your Board of Director' live from OIS XIII. Dr. Graves and Dr. Wirostko share valuable insights on: * Building effective boards * Significance of diversity * CEO and board member communications * Navigating decision-making * Board dyna…

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In this episode of the OIS Podcast, host Dr. Firas Rahhal, along with expert panelists, Dr. Robert Bhisitkul, Dr. Alan Franklin and Dr. Paul Karpecki at OIS XIII, takes listeners on a deep dive into the transformative landscape of oral therapies in retina treatment, challenging the conventional approach dominated by eye injections. Tune in as they …

ViaLase, a clinical stage medical technology company located in Aliso Viejo, CA is focused on disrupting the conventional glaucoma treatment paradigm with the introduction of a truly noninvasive image-guided femtosecond laser treatment that enhances glaucoma patient care. With a leadership team that has vast experience developing, designing, manufa…