Before you can understand cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration — or really anything about your eye health — you need to understand the eye itself. And trust me, once you do, you'll never look at vision the same way again. Pun intended. 👁️

I'm Dr. Parul Khator, a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist in Marietta, Georgia — and this episode is one of my absolute favorites to talk about. Because the eye? It is a miracle of engineering. And I can't wait to walk you through it.

In this episode, I'm taking you on a complete tour of the human eye — from the very front to the very back — in plain English, with analogies that actually make sense.

In this episode, I'll cover:

• The key structures of the eye — the cornea, lens, retina, optic nerve and more — and exactly what each one does
• How your eye captures light and turns it into the images your brain sees — it's more incredible than you think!
• The analogies I use with my own patients every single day to make the eye make sense
• How each part of the eye connects to the conditions you've heard about — and why understanding anatomy means understanding your own eye health

Whether you're a patient who wants to understand what your doctor is actually talking about, or just someone who finds the human body endlessly fascinating, this episode will leave you looking at the world — literally — with brand new eyes. 👁️

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Demystify the Eye is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your eye doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding your eye health.