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The Eye-Q Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Rani Banik · EN
Join Dr Rani Banik, America's Integrative Neuro-Ophthalmologist, as she explores the brain-eye connection. Learn about the latest technologic advancements in vision and brain health, and discover how science intersects with a holistic approach based on nutrition and lifestyle. Raise your Eye-Q about all things eye and brain-related!
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Episode 075: Dr. Harsha Reddy: One Eye Doctor's Global Mission
1w ago00:39:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Dr. Harsha Reddy about oculoplastics, surgical training, medical education, and global ophthalmology. We discuss how eye care can restore function, confidence, and dignity, and how his nonprofit Lokana brings exams, glasses, and surgical access to remote tribal communities in India.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Harsha Reddy is an associate professor of ophthalmology at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, an oculoplastic surgeon, and residency program director. He is also the founder of Lokana.org, a nonprofit supporting eye care access for underserved tribal communities in India. He is working on a documentary film, Eternal Trees, Eternal Mountains, to help preserve and share their stories.- - - - -Social Handles:Website: https://www.drharshareddy.com/- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -Go beyond carrots and supercharge your vision! In her book, available on Amazon, Dr. Rudrani Banik reveals over 30 essential nutrients and 40 delicious recipes designed to protect and strengthen your eyesight for years to come: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health, A to Z.- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 074: Eye on Brain Tumors: When Vision Changes Signal Something Deeper
2w ago00:30:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with neurosurgeon Dr. Raj Shrivastava about how brain tumors can sometimes show up through vision changes, headaches, hormone symptoms, or loss of smell. We discuss benign skull-based tumors, pituitary tumors, when to seek care, why guided testing matters, and how modern neurosurgery now focuses on effective treatment with quality of life in mind.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Raj Shrivastava is a neurosurgeon at Mount Sinai in New York City who specializes in benign skull-based tumors and complex neurologic conditions. Through his work with patients whose symptoms may involve vision, hormones, smell, or brain health, he brings a thoughtful and reassuring perspective to The Eye-Q Podcast's mission of helping listeners understand the deeper connections between eye health, brain health, and overall wellness.- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#Go beyond carrots and supercharge your vision! In her book, available on Amazon, Dr. Rudrani Banik reveals over 30 essential nutrients and 40 delicious recipes designed to protect and strengthen your eyesight for years to come: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health, A to Z.- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 073: Eye on Overwhelm: How to Reclaim Your Power at Any Stage of Life
May 800:35:03Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Risa Ryger to explore how our beliefs, mindset, and emotional awareness shape the way we navigate midlife and beyond. We talk about the difference between reinvention and expansion, how to identify limiting beliefs, and why resilience is about bending, not breaking. This conversation offers a powerful reminder that growth, clarity, and meaningful change are always available to us.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Risa Ryger is a clinical psychologist, international speaker, and founder of 93% Consulting. She is the creator of the Self-Owned Mindset, a framework designed to help individuals reclaim their identity, expand their potential, and create meaningful change. Through her work, speaking engagements, and “Disruptive Conversations” series, she empowers women to challenge limiting beliefs and step fully into who they are.- - - - -Social Handles:Website: https://www.drrisaryger.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-risa-ryger-69a47a21/- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#Go beyond carrots and supercharge your vision! In her book, available on Amazon, Dr. Rudrani Banik reveals over 30 essential nutrients and 40 delicious recipes designed to protect and strengthen your eyesight for years to come: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health, A to Z.- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 072: Eye on Dry Eye: Addressing the Root Cause Using Latest Treatment Approaches
May 100:29:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Dr. Jennifer Tsai about dry eye through a clinical, root-cause lens. We discuss how dysfunction in the tear system drives symptoms, why conventional treatments often fall short, and how newer approaches like IPL, radiofrequency, and regenerative therapies are shifting how we manage dry eye for more sustained results.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Jennifer Tsai is a New York City-based optometrist and founder of Line of Sight, a practice specializing in advanced dry eye management and ocular surface disease. She is also the creator of iGenic, a lid hygiene line focused on supporting long-term ocular health. Through her clinical work and educational platforms, she emphasizes root-cause diagnosis and modern treatment strategies in eye care.- - - - - Dr. Jennifer Tsai, ODWebsite: https://www.drjennifertsai.com/ Instagram: https://www.drjennifertsai.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjenandjuice- - - - - Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 071: Refractive Surgery: LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL, and Refractive Cataract Surgery
Apr 2400:36:09Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sonny Goel to break down the world of refractive surgery, from LASIK and PRK to newer options like SMILE and implantable lenses. We explore how these procedures work, who qualifies, and what risks patients need to understand before making a decision. If you've ever considered vision correction, this conversation will help you see the full picture.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Sonny Goel is a leading refractive surgeon based in Baltimore, Maryland, with decades of experience performing advanced vision correction procedures. He specializes in LASIK, SMILE, and lens-based surgeries, and is known for his patient-focused approach and commitment to using the latest technologies to improve visual outcomes. His work has helped thousands achieve greater independence from glasses and contact lenses.- - - - -Dr. Sonny Goel, MDWebsite: https://goelvision.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoelVisionYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaVK8KsWVwDQV7etLu8UP2AInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnygoelmd/- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 070: Eye on Screens: Blue Light and Digital Eye Strain
Apr 1700:36:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bryce Appelbaum to unpack digital eye strain and the deeper connection between your eyes and brain. We explore why screens aren't the real problem, how visual stress affects your nervous system, and what you can do to improve focus, reduce fatigue, and build stronger visual habits for daily screen use.Go beyond carrots and supercharge your vision! In her book, available on Amazon, Dr. Rudrani Banik reveals over 30 essential nutrients and 40 delicious recipes designed to protect and strengthen your eyesight for years to come: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health, A to Z.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Bryce Appelbaum, OD, is on a mission to change the way the world views vision. He believes there is more to vision than just 20/20 eyesight and has developed programs to retrain the brain to revise the eyes. He has been featured on the front page of USA Today, on CBS, in the New York Times Magazine, Bethesda Magazine, and as the cover story of OT Advance. In 2022, he received The Future of Health Award at the Mindshare Leadership Summit and has shared the stage with Dr. Joe Dispenza, Marie Forleo, and JJ Virgin. A frequent podcast and media guest, he has recently been interviewed on MindBodyGreen, Chris Kresser's Revolution Health Radio, and Cynthia Thurlow's Everyday Wellness.A pioneer in neuro-optometry, Dr. Appelbaum is passionate about unlocking life's potential through vision. His expertise includes reorganizing the visual brain post-concussion to return to learn and return to life, remediating visual developmental delays interfering with reading and learning, and enhancing visual skills to elevate sports performance. He is the founder and CEO of VisionFirst, with a private practice specializing in Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation and offices in Bethesda and Annapolis, Maryland. He is also the founder and CEO of ScreenFit, the revolutionary online vision training program designed to minimize the damage of digital devices on vision, reduce symptoms, and promote healthy visual habits for extended screen use.Dr. Appelbaum has worked with hundreds of professional athletes, numerous professional and collegiate sports teams, and countless amateur athletes to transform raw talent into honed performance through vision.Website: https://myvisionfirst.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myvisionfirstoptometry/- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 069: Eye on Double Vision: Convergence and Divergence Insufficiency
Apr 1000:35:50Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brian Campolattaro to break down what double vision really means and why it happens. We explore how to tell the difference between types of diplopia, what causes eye misalignment in both kids and adults, and why modern screen habits are changing how often we see these conditions. We also walk through treatment options, from simple exercises to surgical solutions.Go beyond carrots and supercharge your vision! In her book, available on Amazon, Dr. Rudrani Banik reveals over 30 essential nutrients and 40 delicious recipes designed to protect and strengthen your eyesight for years to come: Beyond Carrots: Best Foods for Eye Health, A to Z.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Brian Campolattaro, MD is a pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus specialist at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai. He focuses on eye misalignment and double vision in both children and adults, combining neurological insight with advanced surgical techniques to restore proper eye function and visual alignment.- - - - -Mount Sinai Doctorshttps://profiles.mountsinai.org/brian-n-campolattaro- - - - -Social Handles:Shop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8mil8P9tXSRXwEdNX6aRwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 068: Parkinsons's Prevention & Support Strategies
Apr 300:34:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I speak with Dr. Ken Sharlin about how Parkinson's disease develops and why conventional medicine often falls short. We explore the role of lifestyle, nutrition, environmental factors, and mitochondrial health in brain function. He shares how a functional medicine approach helps uncover root causes and empowers patients to take control of their health journey.- - - - -About the Guest:Kenneth Sharlin, MD, MPH, IFMCP, is a board-certified neurologist, consultant, functional medicine practitioner, Assistant Clinical Professor, researcher, author, and speaker. His medical degrees are from Emory University, the University of Virginia, and Vanderbilt University. His functional medicine certification is through The Institute for Functional Medicine. He is the author of the #1 best-seller, The Healthy Brain Toolbox: Neurologist-Proven Strategies to Improve Memory Loss and Protect Your Aging Brain, and co-author of Neurishment: The Brain Tune Up Food Guide. Dr. Sharlin is also a major contributor to Reversal of Cognitive Decline: 100 Patients, which can be found in the peer-reviewed Journal of Alzheimer's & Parkinsonism, and he has been the primary investigator in several pharma-sponsored clinical trials that have helped bring new therapeutics to market. Dr. Sharlin practices general neurology and directs his functional medicine program, Brain Tune Up!, in Ozark, MO.- - - - -Social Handles:Website: https://functionalmedicine.doctor/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkensharlin- - - - -Rudrani Banik, MDShop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/Youtube: https://youtube.com/@dr.ranibanik?si=uK9KmwckEAUG3EzNInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 067: Can Acupuncture Help Your Eyes?
Mar 2700:33:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Marc Grossman, OD, about how Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture can support eye health. We explore how the eyes connect to the rest of the body, why root-cause thinking matters, and how acupuncture, herbs, acupressure, and simple home practices may complement conventional care for conditions like dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.- - - - -About the Guest:Marc Grossman, OD, is a holistic optometrist, licensed acupuncturist, and educator with more than 40 years of experience integrating Western eye care with Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is a pioneer in using acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and other natural therapies to support vision health, and he has co-authored books including Natural Eye Care: A Comprehensive Manual for Practitioners of Oriental Medicine.- - - - -Social Handles:Website: https://naturaleyecare.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naturaleyecareYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/naturaleyecare- - - - -Rudrani Banik, MDShop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/Youtube: https://youtube.com/@dr.ranibanik?si=uK9KmwckEAUG3EzNInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
Transcribe →Episode 066: Eye on Retinal Emergencies: Floaters, Flashes, Tears, and Retinal Detachment
Mar 2000:32:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Eye-Q Podcast, I speak with Dr. Ashish Markan about the urgent warning signs behind floaters, flashes, retinal tears, and retinal detachment. We break down what's normal, what's dangerous, why timing matters, and how treatments like laser repair, gas bubbles, and vitrectomy can preserve vision. This is a must-listen for anyone who's ever wondered whether their symptoms are a true retinal emergency.- - - - -About the Guest:Dr. Ashish Markan is an assistant professor at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi and a retina specialist who manages vision-threatening emergencies every day. He is known for his educational work, his clear patient communication, and his commitment to helping people recognize and respond quickly to sight-saving warning signs. Through his clinical practice and online presence, he empowers patients with accessible, trustworthy knowledge about retinal health.- - - - -Social Handles:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_retina_doctor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/DrAshish-Markan-61555894483297/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -Rudrani Banik, MDShop: https://shop.rudranibanikmd.com/collections/allWebsite: https://www.drranibanik.com/Youtube: https://youtube.com/@dr.ranibanik?si=uK9KmwckEAUG3EzNInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanik/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYC/?_rdc=1&_rdr#- - - - -PODCASTThank you for listening.Please subscribe and share.This podcast is produced by DrTalks.comhttps://drtalks.com/podcast-service/
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