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Hadley Presents
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Listen in as we get the inside scoop from experts on a wide range of topics unique to vision loss. We will ask the questions that get to the heart of the matter for you... And have some fun along the way. Our host is Ricky Enger. To listen to this show on the telephone, call (847) 558-1317.Have an idea for a show? Contact us at podcast@HadleyHelps.org
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Everyday Choices That Can Influence the Course of Eye Disease
Oct 23Summary readyEver wonder if there's more you could be doing to support your eye health? Dr. Sophie Bakri, retinal surgeon and chair of ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, joins us to discuss everyday choices that can influence the course of eye conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
SummaryEveryday Choices That Can Influence the Course of Eye Disease
Oct 23Summary readyEver wonder if there's more you could be doing to support your eye health? Dr. Sophie Bakri, retinal surgeon and chair of ophthalmology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, joins us to discuss everyday choices that can influence the course of eye conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma.
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Monitoring Macular Degeneration from Home: Notal Vision
Oct 9Summary readyWe talk with the CEO of Notal Vision about a home-based monitoring tool that alerts your retina specialist to potential disease progression. This device can help you stay on top of your eye health between doctor visits.Bonus: Stay tuned! One of the most popular episodes from our sister podcast, Insights & Sound Bites, will automatically play after this interview.Websites mentioned in the podcast:ForseeHome AMD Monitoring ProgramNotal Vision
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Vision Loss and Depression
Sep 25Summary readyOphthalmologist Dr. John Shepherd joins us to talk about the connection between vision loss and depression, what signs to look for, and how to get the support you need.
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Sep 25Summary readyOphthalmologist Dr. John Shepherd joins us to talk about the connection between vision loss and depression, what signs to look for, and how to get the support you need.
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Tech Tools for Vision Loss, From Low to High Tech
Sep 11Summary readyEver wonder which tools professionals with vision loss use in their daily lives? Wonder no more! Join Sam Seavey, creator of The Blind Life YouTube channel, as he shares the tools he loves. Website mentioned in the podcast: The Blind Life YouTube Channel
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A Chat with a Retina Specialist
Aug 28Summary readyDr. Mathew MacCumber from Illinois Retina Associates joins us to discuss common problems that can affect the retina (macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinitis pigmentosa, to name a few). What should you ask your doctor to make sure you get the most from your eye doctor visits? What is he excited about for the future of treatments in his field? Ricky asks those questions and more. Website mentioned in the podcast: Illinois Retina Associates
SummaryA Chat with a Retina Specialist
Aug 28Summary readyDr. Mathew MacCumber from Illinois Retina Associates joins us to discuss common problems that can affect the retina (macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinitis pigmentosa, to name a few). What should you ask your doctor to make sure you get the most from your eye doctor visits? What is he excited about for the future of treatments in his field? Ricky asks those questions and more.Website mentioned in the podcast:Illinois Retina Associates
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Finding Emotional Support with Vision Loss
Aug 14Summary readyLosing vision is a loss. It often brings feelings of grief, anger, and sadness. It can help to know you're not alone and that there are things you can do to help you through the rough patches. In this episode, we talk about Hadley's Adjusting & Coping Together virtual support groups. These small groups offer a space to speak openly, connect with others who are also experiencing vision loss, and learn a few things you can do to cope and adjust.
SummaryFinding Emotional Support with Vision Loss
Aug 14Summary readyLosing vision is a loss. It often brings feelings of grief, anger, and sadness. It can help to know you're not alone and that there are things you can do to help you through the rough patches.In this episode, we talk about Hadley's Adjusting & Coping Together virtual support groups. These small groups offer a space to speak openly, connect with others who are also experiencing vision loss, and learn a few things you can do to cope and adjust.
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