Talking Euretina

Episode 64: A Tricky Treatment of Submacular Hemorrhages

In this our first Ophthalmologica special we review a number of papers from a special edition of Euretina's journal. Editor Professor Martin Zinkernagel is joined by Dr. Matias Iglicki to discuss the new findings

Episode 63: Beyond Borders: Navigating Ophthalmology Fellowships Abroad

Ever considered broadening your professional horizons with an ophthalmology fellowship abroad? In this insightful episode, Dr. Peter Kiraly (Manchester Royal Eye Hospital) and Dr. Elon van Dijk (Leiden University Medical Center and Rotterdam Eye Hospital) share their personal journeys and practical advice from fellowships in the UK and Australia. Chaired by Jonathan McCrea

Episode 62: Bridging the Gap: How to Make Smarter Ocular Oncology Referrals

When should you refer and what should you include? Oncologists Hibba Quhill, Iwona Rospond-Kubiak, and Emine Kilic share practical, experience-based advice on improving referral pathways in ocular oncology. From triage strategies to imaging essentials, this episode covers what referring clinicians need to know to ensure timely and effective patient care

Episode 61: Personalising Anti-VEGF Treatment in Neovascular AMD: Does Phenotype Matter?

Dr. Sarah Mrejen (France), Associate Professor Salomon Cohen (France), and Associate Professor Dinah Zur (Israel) explore how neovascular AMD phenotype may influence imaging choices, patient dialogue, and treatment plans. From proactive vs. conservative strategies to new anti-VEGF agents and PCV diagnosis, this expert-led discussion offers key insights into personalising care in retinal disease.

Episode 60: Pregnancy, Retina, and Uveitis: Striking the Balance in Challenging Cases

Prof. Zohar Habot-Wilner (Tel Aviv University) chairs a rich discussion with Prof. Sofia Androudi (University of Thessaly, Greece) and Prof. Sarah Touhami (University of Sorbonne) on managing retinal and uveitic diseases during pregnancy. They explore safe diagnostic tools, therapeutic dilemmas like Ranibizumab vs. Ozurdex, and the effects of pregnancy-related hormonal shifts—highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in high-risk cases

Episode 59: Demystifying Hyperreflective Foci in AMD: From Histology to Imaging

What are hyperreflective foci, and why do they matter in AMD? Prof. Stella Vujosevic is joined by Prof. Christine Curcio (University of Alabama at Birmingham) and Prof. Srinivas Sadda (Doheny Eye Institute, UCLA) to explore their significance—from donor eye histology to OCT imaging. They discuss key biomarkers, clinical implications, and how HRF can help guide treatment decisions in age-related macular degeneration

Episode 58: Understanding Central Serous Chorioretinopathy: Insights, Challenges, and Future Directions

What causes central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC), and how should it be managed? In this episode, experts Camiel Boon, Sobha Sivaprasad, and Gemmy Cheung discuss the latest insights into CSC and the pachychoroid spectrum, including new imaging findings, risk factors, and treatment options like PDT, laser, and anti-VEGF

Episode 57: Advancing Uveal Melanoma Treatment: Current Strategies and Future Directions

Uveal melanoma remains a significant challenge, with genetic alterations playing a crucial role in treatment decisions. In this episode, Prof Jens Folke Kiilgaard (Denmark) and Dr Emine Kilic (Netherlands) join Prof Antonia Joussen (Germany) to explore why metastases persist despite primary tumor treatment, the limitations of checkpoint inhibitors, and the latest on Tebentafusp and Darovasertib. We also discuss the role of adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapies and emerging T-cell therapies. Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of uveal melanoma treatment

Episode 56: Intraocular Tamponades and the Athens Special Focus Meeting

In this episode, Chair Alistair Laidlaw (UK) chats to Mario Romano (Italy) and Stratos Gotzaridis (Greece) about some of the considerations and complications surrounding the use of intraocular tamponades. They also discuss the upcoming Special Focus Meeting in Athens which will centre on vitreoretinal surgery (VR)

Episode 55: Highlights from the Euretina Congress 2024 Part 3: Arshad Khanani

In this final episode of highlights from the Barcelona congress 2024, we’ll hear from Dr Arshad Khanani (USA) about clinical trials, long term-data and the importance of personalising the treatment to the patient