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Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Patient Care
Lasik
Refractive Surgery
Community Engagement
Practice Management
Dry Eye Disease
Artificial Intelligence
Optometry
ICL
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Doctor-Patient Relationship
Patient Satisfaction
Emotional Intelligence
Geographic Atrophy
Intraocular Lenses
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Corneal Refractive Surgery
Hyperopic Lasik

Join CRST: The Podcast at the intersection of patient care and innovation in ophthalmology and listen as experts in the field engage in thought-provoking discussion on anterior segment surgery. This podcast curates content and mini series that help progressive cataract and refractive surgeons take their practices to the next level. CRST: The Podcast is produced by Bryn Mawr Communications and the ... more

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Neda Nikpoor, MD, sits down with Rupa K. Wong, MD, to unpack how an intentional, authentic brand can strengthen patient trust and fuel broader impact. Dr. Wong shares how speaking directly to her core audience (millennial parents) keeps education rel... more

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Kevin Barber, MD, speaks with Cynthia Matossian, MD, and Sara O’Connor, MD, MPH, about strategies to address workforce shortages and training gaps in ophthalmic care. Dr. Matossian outlines the American College of Eye Technicians and its technician t... more

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Building on their first discussion Neda Shamie, MD, revisits the topic with Tanya Trinh, MBBS, FRANZCO, FWCRS, shifting from recognition to implementation. The conversation covers building inclusive programs (diversifying panels and thoughtfully limi... more

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In this episode, experts in administrative support join Brandon D. Ayres, MD, to discuss their role in facilitating patient treatment for keratoconus. Susan DeGroot, MBA, executive director at Vance Thompson Vision, and Vivian Cole, BA, director of a... more

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This special edition of CRST: The Podcast, recorded live at AECOS Europe 2025 in London, features six discussions from Eyetube’s Meeting Coverage. Topics include patient selection and long-term outcomes in presbyopia correction, advances in keratoref... more

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Neda Shamie, MD, sits down with George O. Waring IV, MD, FACS, for a conversation about his journey from academic medicine to founding the Waring Vision Institute in Charleston, South Carolina. They explore his philosophy toward refractive care, the ... more

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In this episode, Drs. Waring and Chu share clinical insights and real-world experience from the first year of using the Teneo 317 excimer laser for correcting myopia and myopic astigmatism. As the first excimer platform to receive FDA approval in ove... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Rupa Wong
Pediatric ophthalmologist and co-owner of Honolulu Eye Clinic
Honolulu Eye Clinic
Episode: Building a Physician Brand
Dr. Cynthia Matossian
Founder of the American College of Eye Technicians, known as ASSET.
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Episode: Workforce Development and Surgical Mentorship in Global Ophthalmic Care
Dr. Sarah O'Connor
Co-creator of an Ophthalmic Technician Training Program used in low to middle income countries.
ACE Global
Episode: Workforce Development and Surgical Mentorship in Global Ophthalmic Care
Dr. Tanya Trinh
Cornea, cataract and refractive surgeon, and lead of the fellowship program at the Sydney Eye Hospital.
Sydney Eye Hospital
Episode: Unconscious Bias in Medicine (Part 2): From Awareness to Action
Susan DeGroot
Executive Director at Vance Thompson Vision
Vance Thompson Vision
Episode: Use Your Dream Team to Execute Your Keratoconus Strategy
Vivian Cole
Director of Administrative Services at Horizon Eye Specialist Laser Vision
Horizon Eye Specialist Laser Vision
Episode: Use Your Dream Team to Execute Your Keratoconus Strategy
George Waring
Ophthalmologist and founder of the Waring Vision Institute, dedicated to refractive surgery and vision correction.
Waring Vision Institute
Episode: Refractive Innovation in Private Practice
Dr. Ralph Chu
Cataract & Refractive Surgeon with 26 years of experience
Episode: One-Year Clinical and Real-World Outcomes with the TENEO Excimer
Dr. John Hovanesian
Ophthalmologist known for his work in cataract surgery and understanding patient psychology
Alcon
Episode: Empowering Cataract Patients

Hosts

Neda Shamie
Co-host of Neda Squared
Dr. Kevin Barber
Host of CRST The Podcast
Rob Weinstock
One of the chief medical editors of Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today

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Building a Physician Brand
Q: Where do you see your social media presence and your goals going over the next five to ten years?
Dr. Wong expresses a desire to write a book on nearsightedness management and continue to educate about the importance of managing myopia.
Building a Physician Brand
Q: How do you balance being an expert and relatable?
Dr. Wong believes the better you know yourself, the better you can represent yourself and your brand.
Building a Physician Brand
Q: Was mentoring something you thought about from the very beginning?
Not initially, it developed organically as Dr. Wong shared her journey and processes with others, particularly women in medicine.
Building a Physician Brand
Q: Can you elaborate on what being intentional about your brand looked like?
Dr. Wong shares that she wasn't focused on follower count but instead on aiming to connect with her audience, particularly millennial moms, through relatable content.
Refractive Innovation in Private Practice
Q: If you couldn't be an ophthalmologist, what else would you want to be?
George Waring reflects on trying hard not to be an ophthalmologist, but acknowledges the strong pull towards the field that ultimately drew him in.

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A rich exploration of patient care and innovation in the field of ophthalmology is at the core of this series. Engaging discussions feature leading experts who share insights on anterior segment surgery, focusing on advancements that aid cataract and refractive surgeons in enhancing their practices. The episodes cover a broad spectrum of topics, including workforce development in eye care, gender bias in medicine, and the societal roles of ophthalmologists, all aimed at equipping professionals with knowledge and strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of eye care. Additionally, the podcast fosters a collaborative environment, facilitating mentorship opportunities and patient engagement strategies, particularly aimed at understanding p... more

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2. Dr. Cynthia Matossian
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7. George Waring
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