Neda Shamie, MD

The 18th annual Controversies in Modern Eye Care conference, held on May 4, 2024, in Los Angeles, was co-chaired by Neda Shamie, MD, and Arjan Hura, MD, with the aim of discussing the latest advancements in eye care.

Paul Badawi, co-founder and CEO of Sight Sciences, sits down with host Neda Shamie, MD, to discuss his journey into the field of eye care, what motivates him, the transformative approach to glaucoma patient care, and the spark that led him and his ophthalmologist brother, David Badawi, MD, to start the company together.

Neda Shamie, MD, highlights the origins and growth of CIME and what makes it unique from other meetings.

In this podcast, Neda Shamie, MD, and Peter J. McDonnell, MD, discuss real-world experiences, patient choices, and the nuances of integrating femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery into practice, offering insights into the latest developments in ophthalmology.

In this episode, Neda Shamie, MD, and Peter J. McDonnell, MD, discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing the many options from the premium lens pipeline into practice, emphasizing the importance of customization based on patients' lifestyles and expectations, while also addressing concerns and sharing their positive experiences with the evolving technology in the field.

Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, consider the transformative landscape of cataract surgery, highlighting the impact of small-aperture IOL technology. The conversation delves into its potential benefits, influence on the market, and the evolving role of cataract surgeons in guiding patients through advanced options.

Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, discuss the transformative impact of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) on glaucoma care and its integration with cataract surgery, sharing insights and practical tips for ophthalmologists.

In this podcast episode, Ophthalmology Times' co-chief medical editors Peter J. McDonnell, MD, and Neda Shamie, MD, delve into the clinical nuances of Demodex blepharitis. Through personal anecdotes, they stress its underrecognized gravity and discuss diagnostic cues like collarettes. The experts share their enthusiasm for improved treatments, echoing the transformative impact seen in dry eye care.

Procedures in the pipeline hold greater appeal for cataract and refractive surgeons, patients.

Neda Shamie, MD, explains how her practice has established procedures for incorporating light adjustable lenses into their cataract surgery workflow.

Neda Shamie, MD, reviews the case of a 56-year-old photographer who desires excellent midrange and distance vision with high contrast sensitivity.

Neda Shamie, MD, discusses the factors to consider when selecting cataract lenses for patients with monovision and emphasized how light adjustable lenses offer flexibility in correcting vision to the desired target after surgery.

Neda Shamie, MD, presents a case of a 65-year-old college professor with monovision who sought freedom from glasses following cataract surgery.