The Oculofacial Podcast

ASOPRS Website: Click Here Host: Dr. Jamie Keen Panelists: Dr. Stuart R. Seiff, Dr. Erin Shriver, and Dr. Kathryn (Katie) Winkler Producer: Seanna Grob In this episode of The Oculofacial Podcast Journal Club, host Dr. Jamie Keen is joined by an esteemed panel of leaders in oculoplastic surgery; Dr. Stuart Seiff, Dr. Erin Shriver, and Dr. Katie Winkler to review and discuss three impactful studies from the March/April 2026 issue of the OPRS Journal. The conversation explores long-term brow lift outcomes through a systematic review and meta-analysis, evaluates key predictors of facial asymmetry in unilateral anophthalmia and microphthalmia, and examines the relationship between socioeconomic factors and periocular basal cell carcinoma treated with Mohs surgery. Each expert brings thoughtful insight into the strengths, limitations, and real-world implications of these studies, offering valuable perspective on how emerging research may influence clinical decision-making and patient care in oculofacial plastic surgery.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here Moderator: Dr. Nicole Langelier Panelists: Dr John Fezza, Dr. Ana Carolina Victoria, Dr Deepak Ramesh, Dr. Jennifer Murdock, and Dr Julie Woodward. In this episode of The Oculofacial Podcast, leading surgeons come together to explore the clinical art and science of ablative laser resurfacing, breaking down CO₂, erbium, and hybrid technologies. They dive into device selection, patient candidacy, treatment techniques, and complication management, offering real-world insights from years of hands-on experience. Whether you're refining your approach or just getting started, this episode delivers a masterclass in achieving safer treatments and better patient outcomes.

Discover the latest findings on basal cell carcinoma presentations across different ethnicities and the role of modifiable risk factors. Essential insights for medical professionals and patients alike. In this episode, we discuss skin health, where a topic that often arises is basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common form of skin cancer. With increasing rates of skin cancers noted globally, understanding how BCC presents across different demographics is crucial. In this blog post, we delve into a study that analyzed patterns of BCC presentation using data from the National Institutes of Health's All of Us database, focusing on ethnic differences—such as non-White patients being younger and more likely to have non-facial BCC—and modifiable risk factors like alcohol intake, which showed a dose-dependent increase in facial BCC risk. Explore cutting-edge insights on predicting dysthyroid optic neuropathy (DON), a serious complication of thyroid eye disease. Vital knowledge for clinicians and those affected by thyroid disorders. In this segment, we turn to orbital health, highlighting DON, which impacts 5-8% of thyroid eye disease patients and can lead to vision loss if undetected. Early identification through imaging is key, and this post examines a study evaluating subjective assessments of eight CT features in 258 orbits to predict DON. Key findings emphasize apical crowding as the strongest predictor, alongside extraocular muscle enlargement, vascular congestion, and medial wall bowing, offering practical tools for risk stratification in clinical practice.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here This episode was produced by Dr. Lilangi Ediriwickrema and moderated by Dr. Nicole Topilow. In Pearls on Complex Orbital Reconstruction, Dr. Nicole Topilow moderates a dynamic roundtable with Drs. Grant, Tao, and Kikkawa exploring pre-operative planning, timing of acute versus delayed repairs, and key surgical landmarks in orbital fracture management. The panel dives into implant selection, fixation strategies, customization and 3D printing, and how their approaches have evolved over time. Challenging cases such as large floor and medial wall defects, delayed enophthalmos, infected implants, and post-operative complications are discussed with practical, experience-driven insights. The episode concludes with expert take-home pearls to guide surgeons in managing complex orbital reconstructions with confidence and precision.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here In this episode, Dr. Deepak Ramesh discusses interpretation and evaluation of hearing and audiograms in relation to the field of oculoplastics. He is joined by Dr. Eric Sandler and Michele Schechter, audiologist who have experience both in clinical trials and in clinical practice with ototoxic medication such as teprotumumab.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here In this episode of the Ocular Facial Podcast, Dr. Michelle Ting and her esteemed guests discuss significant articles from the November-December 2025 issue of OPRS. The conversation covers the role of tranexamic acid in oculoplastic surgery, the correlation between quality of life and clinical parameters in thyroid eye disease, and the potential link between air pollution and thyroid eye disease. The panelists share their insights, personal practices, and the importance of understanding patient experiences.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here Dr. Natalie Hoesly hosts Dr. Anne Barmettler, Dr. Michael Kazim, and Dr. Reza Vagefi to a discussion of the nuances of lower eyelid retraction repair and a debate of the pros and cons of different spacer graft materials, including hard palate, ear cartilage and acellular dermal matrix.

ASOPRS Website: Click Here Join Dr. Grant Moore for an interview with 2025 ASOPRS President, Dr. Wendy Lee. In this episode, Dr. Lee discusses her pathway to becoming ASOPRS president, her term in office, progress on board certification, and how she balances life and work. Fun fact: she's been to at least 9 countries this year. Happy listening!

ASOPRS Website: Click Here In this episode of the Oculofacial podcast, host Dr. Cat Burkat engages with Dr. Francois Codere, Dr. Peter Dolman, and Prof. Geoffrey Rose who are all experts in the field of DCR (Dacryocystorhinostomy) to explore the complexities of tear drainage, surgical techniques, and the evolving understanding of the lacrimal system. The conversation covers the physiological aspects of tear drainage, the importance of surgical nuances, the role of silicone intubation, and the challenges faced in DCR surgeries. The experts share their insights, experiences, and light bulb moments that have shaped their approaches to DCR, while also addressing unanswered questions in the field.