Talking Eyes with Lien Trinh
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<p>Talking Eyes with Lien Trinh is a groundbreaking Australian podcast dedicated to exploring the latest advancements in eye research. We’ll be translating these golden nuggets into tangible clinical practices, and help non-clinicians navigate their own interests in eye health and future possibilities.</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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December 16, 2025
Laser Eye Surgery - what you need to know with Ben LaHood
<p><strong>Guest:</strong> Dr Ben La Hood, specialist refractive surgeon and global education leader</p><br><p><strong>Episode Summary</strong></p><p>Laser vision correction is one of those topics people are fascinated by, but also a bit scared to take the next step on. In this season finale, Lien and Dr Ben La Hood break it down in plain language: what laser eye surgery actually means, how it reshapes the cornea, how modern procedures differ from older techniques, what the day feels like, who is and isn’t a good candidate, and what the real risks look like (including dry eye and rare complications like corneal ectasia). The goal is simple: help you feel clearer, calmer, and better informed if you’re considering the leap away from glasses or contact lenses.</p><br><p><strong>Key takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>PRK, LASIK and SMILE all have pros/cons, and the “best” option depends on your eyes and lifestyle.</li><li>The laser change is designed to be permanent, but your eyes still age (especially reading vision).</li><li>Good screening matters: the safest outcomes come from the right candidates and conservative decision-making.</li><li>Dry eye is real and should be discussed properly, but severe long-term dry eye is uncommon in appropriately selected patients.</li><li>Your optometrist can help you choose a trustworthy referral pathway and interpret the pros/cons.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Next steps for listeners</strong></p><ol><li>Book a proper suitability assessment (including corneal mapping/topography and dry eye evaluation).</li><li>If you have dry eye symptoms, consider treating the surface first, then reassess suitability.</li><li>Bring your questions to your optometrist first — they see the long-term outcomes and can guide you to reputable refractive care.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>Acknowledgements</strong></p><p>Produced with support from Humdinger Studio (Melbourne), Gulwa Recording Studio (Darwin), the University of Melbourne, the Centre for Eye Research Australia, Optometry Australia, and Mivision.</p><p>Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @talkingeyespodcast for updates and behind-the-scenes content.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
November 18, 2025
Help! For Dry Eyes with A/Prof Holly Chinnery, Professor Laura Downie and Dr CeeCee Britten-Jones
<p><strong>Episode guests</strong></p><p><strong>A/Prof Holly Chinnery</strong> – University of Western Australia and Lions Eye Institute Corneal Immunology & Inflammation Research Fellow</p><p><strong>Professor Laura Downie</strong> – University of Melbourne Ocular Surface & Anterior Eye Clinician-Scientist</p><p><strong>Dr CeeCee Britten-Jones</strong> – University of Melbourne Senior Research Fellow</p><p><strong>Mona</strong> – dry eye sufferer</p><br><p><strong>Episode summary</strong></p><p>Dry eye is something almost everyone experiences. That gritty feeling, burning, tiredness after screens, or irritation from wind or air-conditioning. But when does it stop being a nuisance and become a disease?</p><br><p>In this episode, Lien speaks with three leading Australian dry eye researchers to unpack:</p><ul><li>What dry eye disease really is</li><li>Why it affects people so differently</li><li>The two main subtypes of dry eye</li><li>What drives symptoms and inflammation</li><li>Current treatments and new research directions</li><li>The emotional and mental health impact of chronic dry eye</li></ul><p><br></p><p>We also hear from Mona, who shares her personal journey living with long-standing dry eye, and how it affected her daily life.</p><br><p><strong>Content note</strong></p><p>This episode includes discussions of mental health and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. Support services are listed below.</p><br><p><strong>Key takeaways</strong></p><ol><li>Dry eye isn’t one disease, it’s an umbrella term for multiple types of tear film problems</li><li>Having the right balance at the ocular surface requires a lot of coordination. Even small disruptions can lead to symptoms like burning, stinging, gritty sensation, blurred vision, and fluctuating comfort.</li><li>Dry eyes can be inflammatory, and chronic. This explains why some people with mild signs experience severe symptoms, and why dry eye is linked with mental health impacts.</li><li>Post-surgical dry eye is common</li><li>There is data on Omega3 supplementation, but it is varied.</li></ol><p><br></p><p><strong>Finding help:</strong></p><p>If you’re struggling with persistent dry eye, there are <strong>practitioners who specialise in dry eye diagnosis and management</strong> – from advanced imaging to tailored treatments including heat therapy, IPL, gland expression, and prescription options.</p><br><p><strong>Find a specialist via:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.optometry.org.au/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Optometry Australia “Find an Optometrist”</a></li><li><a href="https://dryeyedirectory.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dry Eye Directory (Australia/NZ)</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional resources:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="www.healthdirect.gov.au/dry-eye-disease" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Healthdirect: Dry Eye Overview </a></li><li><a href="www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/dry-eye/overview-of-dry-eye-syndrome" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">All About Vision – Dry Eye Resources</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Mental Health Support (Australia)</strong></p><ul><li><a href="www.lifeline.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lifeline</a> 13 11 14</li><li><a href="www.beyondblue.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beyond Blue</a> 1300 22 4636</li></ul><p><br></p><h2>Disclaimers</h2><p>This episode is for education only and not individual medical advice. Always follow your own eye-care professional’s guidance for diagnosis and management of your eye condition.</p><br><p><strong>Acknowledgements</strong></p><p>Produced with support from Humdinger (Melbourne), Gulwa Recording Studio (Darwin), the University of Melbourne, the Centre for Eye Research Australia, Optometry Australia, and Mivision.</p><br><p>Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @talkingeyespodcast</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
November 11, 2025
Controlling Myopia at the Cornea with Dr. Nina Tahhan
<p>By 2050, half of the world’s population is expected to be myopic — and that comes with serious risks to lifelong vision. In this episode, host <strong>Lien Trinh</strong> speaks with <strong>Dr Nina Tahhan</strong> about how modern lifestyles are reshaping the way our eyes grow, why earlier onset is such a concern, and how cornea-based interventions such as <strong>soft myopia-control lenses </strong>and <strong>orthokeratology</strong> can slow progression and protect the next generation from irreversible vision loss.</p><br><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>The alarming rise of myopia worldwide and its impact on blindness and visual impairment</li><li>Why <strong>central vision</strong> loss from <strong>myopic maculopathy</strong> is irreversible</li><li>Evidence-based prevention and the role of <strong>environmental and lifestyle factors</strong> — less time outdoors, more close work</li><li>How <strong>orthokeratology</strong> and <strong>specialised soft lenses</strong> reshape the cornea and retinal image profile to slow eye growth</li><li>Safety of contact lenses in children — infection risks, hygiene, and follow-up care</li><li>Practical advice for families: fitting, wearing time, and clinician partnership</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Myopia is not just about glasses.</strong> It’s a structural condition that increases lifetime risk of retinal and macular disease.</li><li><strong>Outdoor time matters.</strong> Even a modest increase in outdoor play significantly reduces risk of myopia onset.</li><li><strong>Optical treatments work.</strong> Myopia-control contact lenses and orthokeratology have robust clinical evidence in slowing progression.</li><li><strong>Children can safely wear lenses</strong> when properly fitted and supervised.</li><li><strong>Regular reviews are essential</strong> — early detection and consistent follow-up protect long-term eye health.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>International Myopia Institute (IMI):</strong> <a href="https://myopiainstitute.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://myopiainstitute.org</a> — global research consensus and practitioner resources</li><li><strong>Brien Holden Vision Institute Myopia Calculator:</strong> https://bhvi.org/myopia-calculator — estimate risk and treatment effect</li><li><strong>Optometry Australia Clinical Guidelines:</strong> <a href="https://www.optometry.org.au/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.optometry.org.au</a></li><li><strong>Information for Parents:</strong> <a href="https://www.mykidsvision.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.mykidsvision.org/</a> </li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2>Disclaimers</h2><p>This episode is for education only and not individual medical advice. Always follow your own eye-care professional’s guidance for lens type, care system, and wear schedule.</p><br><p><strong>Acknowledgements</strong></p><p>Produced with support from Humdinger Studio (Melbourne), Gulwa Recording Studio (Darwin), the University of Melbourne, the Centre for Eye Research Australia, Optometry Australia, and Mivision.</p><br><p>Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @talkingeyespodcast for updates and behind-the-scenes content.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>Talking Eyes with Lien Trinh is a groundbreaking Australian podcast dedicated to exploring the latest advancements in eye research. We’ll be translating these golden nuggets into tangible clinical practices, and help non-clinicians navigate their own interests in eye health and future possibilities.</p><br><p><br></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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