Rephonic
Artwork for Blind Spot

Blind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast

Zale Mednick
Cataract Surgery
Ophthalmology
Glaucoma
Eyelid Lesions
Preservative-Free Eye Drops
Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome
Keratoconus
EDOF Intraocular Lenses
Acanthamoeba Keratitis
Refractive Surgery
Toric Intraocular Lenses
Ocular Health
Ocular Surface Toxicity
Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma
Dry Eye
Astigmatism
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Misdiagnosis In Ophthalmology
Corneal Diseases

Blind Spot is the Eye Doctor's Podcast that challenges eye care specialists to examine their own blind spots in the clinical and surgical management of eye disease. Each episode features a different guest expert and focuses on a particular clinical diagnosis or surgical challenge in ophthalmology. The show is hosted by Toronto-based ophthalmologist Dr. Zale Mednick.Become a supporter of this podca... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes48Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Health & FitnessMedicine

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Blind Spot

Latest Episodes

When a posterior capsule rupture occurs during cataract surgery, the standard teaching is that we do an anterior vitrectomy if the hyaloid face is broken and vitreous comes forward. But why is the anterior vitrectomy so important? Is it always 100% n... more

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Yeu shares her expertise on multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs), discussing patient communication, surgical considerations, optics, and personality traits that influence candidacy. Whether you're an ophthalmologist or ... more

In this episode of Blind Spot, Zale discusses the controversial topic of bilateral cataract surgery with Dr. Steve Arshinoff, a leading expert in the field. They explore the historical context, current debates, and the potential benefits and risks as... more

In this episode of Blind Spot, Zale sits down with Dr. Kieran Murphy, a renowned inventor and professor of radiology, to explore the essence of invention and creativity in medicine. Dr. Murphy shares his journey from medical innovations to his though... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Pupil Pod
Pupil PodEyetube
Experts InSight
Experts InSightAmerican Academy of Ophthalmology
Marketplace
MarketplaceMarketplace
Cataract Coach with Uday Devgan MD
Cataract Coach with Uday Devgan MDCataract Coach with Uday Devgan MD
Freakonomics Radio
Freakonomics RadioFreakonomics Radio + Stitcher

Recent Guests

Elizabeth Yeu
Ophthalmologist and professor, expert on multifocal IOLs
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Episode: 47. Multifocal Intraocular Lenses (Dr. Elizabeth Yeu)
Dr. Steve Arshinoff
Ophthalmologist and pioneer in bilateral cataract surgery
University of Toronto, Eye Foundation of Canada
Episode: 46. Bilateral Cataract Surgery - A Good Idea? (Dr. Steve Arshinoff)
Dr. Kieran Murphy
A professor of radiology with a focus on inventorship and medical creativity, author of 'The Essence of Invention'. He holds 81 patents and is known for his contributions in neurovascular technologies.
University of Toronto
Episode: 45. The Essence of Invention (Dr. Kieran Murphy)
Benny Jeng
Professor and Chair of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology and Shea Eye Institute.
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Episode: 44. The ZEDS Trial - How Should We Treat Zoster? (Dr. Benny Jeng)
Dr. Matthew Tennant
A retina specialist and clinical professor at the University of Alberta.
University of Alberta
Episode: 43. Floaters - To Treat or Not to Treat? (Dr. Matthew Tenant)
Dr. Cassidy Preston
A mental performance coach, author, and keynote speaker who coaches elite athletes and teams.
CEP Mindset
Episode: 42. Surgical Excellence - Mental Strategies for Peak Performance (Dr. Cassidy Preston)
Dr. Guillermo Rocha
Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at McGill University
McGill University
Episode: 41. Fuchs Dystrophy (Dr. Guillermo Rocha)
Dr. Irfan Kherani
Assistant professor at the University of Toronto and glaucoma specialist
University of Toronto
Episode: 40. Choosing a Glaucoma Drop (Dr. Irfan Kherani)
Dr. Parwez Hossain
Professor in ophthalmology within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Episode: 39. Eyezirgan - How topical Ganciclovir is changing our treatment of HSV (Dr. Parwez Hossain)

Host

Dr. Zale Mednick
Host of Blind Spot - The Eye Doctor's Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Love it!

    This is a fantastic podcast with something for all ophthalmologists and eye care professionals alike. It answers the questions we all have but may not realize until we’re face to face with a patient. Excellent source of CME that is educational, entertaining and in perfect bite size pieces. Looking forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sseb8721
    Canada3 years ago
  • Must listen

    All the nuanced questions about real-life ophthalmology challenges, presented in such an engaging way. Love this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJMuffin
    Canada3 years ago
  • High value show for ophthalmologists

    Zale does an amazing job in this show at identifying topics that intrigue general ophthalmologists, using punchy, short interviews with sub-specialists who have a particular insight to share. One of the highest value podcasts for an ophthalmologist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vict ebm
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great listen

    Insightful easy to listen podcast with a great feel for the professional as a whole.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MNightingale18
    Canada3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Punchy, short interviews with sub-specialists keep topics highly relevant.
Great, easy-to-listen format with professional focus and practical insights.
High value show for ophthalmologists; the host picks intriguing topics and guests.
Loved for its accessible depth; great CME-like value for ophthalmology pros.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

47. Multifocal Intraocular Lenses (Dr. Elizabeth Yeu)
Q: Well, to start, how do you explain a multifocal lens to a patient when you're discussing cataract surgery with them?
I explain it in simple terms, focusing on opportunities available and then tailor the discussion to the individual's lifestyle, emphasizing three practical options with varying levels of reading glasses and distance freedom, while also acknowledging potential side effects like glare.
46. Bilateral Cataract Surgery - A Good Idea? (Dr. Steve Arshinoff)
Q: What are a couple of the critical tenets of the '10 Commandments' of bilateral cataract surgery?
One must have a demonstrated low complication rate, and total separation for sterility of everything used must be maintained.
46. Bilateral Cataract Surgery - A Good Idea? (Dr. Steve Arshinoff)
Q: What would you say about the minimal but potentially devastating complication of bilateral blindness?
The risk is well below the concerns often expressed, suggesting they should not deter bilateral cataract surgery.
44. The ZEDS Trial - How Should We Treat Zoster? (Dr. Benny Jeng)
Q: What surprised you, if anything, about the results?
The lack of equipoise among our investigators as many believed the therapy would work, which impacted enrollment numbers and early termination of the trial.
44. The ZEDS Trial - How Should We Treat Zoster? (Dr. Benny Jeng)
Q: Based on these results, were you able to make recommendations in terms of valacyclovir, prophylaxis and treatment?
Yes, the recommendation is to treat individuals with a remote history of zoster in the V1 distribution and a corneal endpoint with one year of valacyclovir at one gram, once a day.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Blind Spot

What is Blind Spot about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently covers clinical decision-making, surgical techniques, and evolving treatments within ophthalmology, featuring leading practitioners and researchers who share practical insights and evidence-based perspectives. Episodes frequently explore controversial or rapidly changing areas—such as bilateral cataract surgery, innovative surgical technologies, antiviral therapies, and management of complex conditions like Fuchs dystrophy or Giant Cell Arteritis—with a focus on real-world patient care, safety, and outcomes. A notable strength is the host's ability to pair deep expertise with accessible storytelling, often highlighting how new data or provocative viewpoints could reshape practice. For potential guests or sponsors, the... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Blind Spot?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Blind Spot. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Blind Spot and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Blind Spot get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Blind Spot, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Blind Spot?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Blind Spot, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Blind Spot have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Blind Spot has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Blind Spot?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Blind Spot:

1. Pupil Pod
2. Experts InSight
3. Marketplace
4. Cataract Coach with Uday Devgan MD
5. Freakonomics Radio

How many episodes of Blind Spot are there?

Blind Spot launched 3 years ago and published 48 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Blind Spot?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Blind Spot?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Blind Spot from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Blind Spot?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Blind Spot. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Blind Spot?

Recent guests on Blind Spot include:

1. Elizabeth Yeu
2. Dr. Steve Arshinoff
3. Dr. Kieran Murphy
4. Benny Jeng
5. Dr. Matthew Tennant
6. Dr. Cassidy Preston
7. Dr. Guillermo Rocha
8. Dr. Irfan Kherani

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days