In this episode our guest is Dr. Ravi Patel - We discuss the vulnerability of the eyes, covering topics like retinal detachment, cataracts, and glaucoma. Dr. Patel addresses patient anxiety related to eye surgery and significant improvements in surgical techniques. We delve into refractive errors, common eye diseases, and the impact of lifestyle choices on eye health. The discussion includes reversing blindness through technological advancements, the evolution of corneal transplant techniques, and considerations for seeking treatment. We examine the effects of modern technology on eyesight, dangers of eye rubbing, prolonged screen time, and the importance of looking far away to relieve eye strain. Dr. Patel also discusses the impact of contact lenses on eye health and concludes with personal and professional reflections.

Dr. Ravi Patel, MD, is a highly esteemed specialist in cataract, cornea, and laser refractive surgery. With a keen focus on LASIK/PRK laser surgery, advanced cataract surgery techniques, and cornea transplant surgeries such as DMEK and DSAEK, Dr. Patel has dedicated his career to improving vision and eye health. He is also proficient in treating keratoconus, cross-linking, and managing complications from eye surgeries, including Fuchs dystrophy.

Board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Patel is affiliated with several prominent hospitals, including Monmouth Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health Riverview Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and Wills Eye Hospital. Committed to providing the highest level of specialty eye care, Dr. Patel integrates the latest technology and innovative surgical techniques into his practice. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys family activities, charity work, kayaking, paddleboarding, and bridge robotics.

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00:00 Introduction 02:29 Vulnerability of the Eyes 05:11 Retinal Detachment 08:00 Ophthalmology 12:36 Dr Robert Abel 14:04 Eye Examination 15:48 Eye Surgery and Patient Anxiety 23:04 Improvements in Eye Surgery 24:50 Refractive Errors and Eye Health 26:11 Common Eye Diseases 27:09 Impact of Lifestyle on Eye Health 28:47 Effects of Smoking on Eye Health 30:43 Symmetry of Eye Conditions 33:27 Reversing Blindness 35:30 Technological Advancement in Eye Care 36:31 Evolution of Corneal Transplant Techniques 37:58 Considerations for Seeking Treatment 39:11 Balancing the Decision to Wait for Advanced Treatment 41:35 History of Eye Surgery 50:35 Eye Exercises and Vision Training 52:35 Effects of Modern Technology on Eyesight 55:06 The Dangers of Eye Rubbing 56:25 Effects of screen Time on Eyes 57:29 The Importance of Looking Far Away 1:01:57 Impact of Contact Lenses on Eye Health 1:05:56 Personal and Professional Reversals