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77. Beyond Vision: Transformative Power of Scleral Lenses with Dr. Karen Carrasquillo & Dr. Daniel Brocks

Ukti Vora / Dr. Karen Carrasquillo & Dr. Daniel Brocks Season 1 Episode 77

Welcome to today's episode, brought to you by BostonSight, a pioneering nonprofit healthcare organization revolutionizing the treatment of diseased or damaged corneas and dry eye. Since its founding in 1992, BostonSight has led the way with the development of the first fluid-ventilated scleral lens, igniting the modern scleral lens industry.

In this episode, we're thrilled to have two incredible guests from BostonSight: Dr. Karen G. Carrasquillo, Senior Vice President of Clinical and Professional Affairs, and Dr. Daniel C. Brocks, Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Carrasquillo, a true innovator in the field, leads BostonSight's clinical team and founded the FitAcademy programs, educating countless eye care professionals. Dr. Brocks, a compassionate specialist in corneal disorders, is dedicated to treating autoimmune-related dry eye conditions.

Join us as Dr. Carrasquillo and Dr. Brocks share their personal journeys into the world of eye care and their deep connection with BostonSight. They’ll discuss the fascinating advancements and unique features of PROSE® and BostonSight SCLERAL® lenses, and recount compelling stories of how these lenses have transformed lives. You'll hear about the challenges they face in fitting and adapting scleral lenses, and learn how BostonSight is breaking down barriers to make these solutions accessible worldwide.

Some episode highlights include:

  1. How Dr. Carrasquillo and Dr. Brocks found their passion for eye care.
  2. Their inspiring journeys with BostonSight.
  3. The remarkable differences between PROSE® and BostonSight SCLERAL® lenses.
  4. Heartwarming stories and experiences with BostonSight lenses.
  5. The biggest challenges in fitting and adapting scleral lenses.
  6. BostonSight’s global initiatives to increase access to scleral lenses & more....

Don't miss out game segment where we learn a lot more about our guests and what they love.

This heartfelt conversation is about the life-changing impact of scleral lenses and the groundbreaking work being done at BostonSight. Tune in today and be inspired by the stories of vision restored and lives transformed.

You can learn more about BostonSIght and its innovative scleral lenses at https://www.bostonsight.org/ 


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