The State of Retina

<p>In this episode, <strong>John S. Pollack, MD,</strong> discusses how he got started with the American Society of Retina Specialists, gives the scoop on the PAT survey and provides career advice for young retina specialists.</p> <ul> <li>Intro <strong><em>:15</em></strong></li> <li>In this episode <strong><em>:18</em></strong></li> <li>About Dr. Pollack <strong><em>:24</em></strong></li> <li>The interview <strong><em>:45</em></strong></li> <li>Who is Dr. Pollack? <strong><em>1:10</em></strong></li> <li>What’s your favorite part about the field of retina? <strong><em>2:37</em></strong></li> <li>How did you get involved with the ASRS? <strong><em>3:58</em></strong></li> <li>Who write the questions for the PAT survey? <strong><em>5:54</em></strong></li> <li>How should community retina specialists utilize and view the PAT survey? <strong><em>7:04</em></strong></li> <li>Are you currently taking responses? <strong><em>7:50</em></strong></li> <li>What are the top issues ASRS will be dealing with this year? <strong><em>8:12</em></strong></li> <li>Indications for surgery for epiretinal membranes: visual acuity or visual function? <strong><em>8:50</em></strong></li> <li>What will have the biggest impact on retina for years to come? <strong><em>15:28</em></strong></li> <li>Career advice for young retina specialists; academic vs. private practice? <strong><em>18:49</em></strong></li> <li>Do you factor health care policy/reform into this decision? In 5 years, will health care be the same? <strong><em>21:32</em></strong></li> <li>The Winning Pitch Challenge <strong><em>22:51</em></strong></li> <li>How an idea in clinic turned into a product <strong><em>26:45</em></strong></li> <li>Thanks for listening! <strong><em>28:00</em></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>John S. Pollack, MD,</strong> is past president of the American Society of Retina Specialists; partner at Illinois Retina Associates, Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.</p> <p><strong>Disclosures:</strong> Mali reports he is founder and CEO of Mali Enterprises; reti