Loss is something every one of us will experience, yet it remains one of the most difficult topics to talk about.

In this episode of the Eye Got You Podcast, Dr. Valarie Jerome and Dr. Humberto Fallas have an open and deeply personal conversation about grief, resilience, self-care and maintaining balance in both life and healthcare.

They discuss their own experiences of losing loved ones, the emotional impact of grief, and how difficult life experiences can shape the way we care for patients and connect with others.

Find out more about Dr. Fallas’ work at https://www.fallasfamilyvision.com

Connect with Dr. Valarie Jerome: https://www.instagram.com/drvalariejerome

Learn more at https://www.eyegotyoucare.com

Produced by: https://creativecontentstudio.co.uk/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only. If you have concerns about your vision or fall risk, please book an appointment with a qualified eye care professional or speak with your primary care provider.

Glaucoma affects millions of people worldwide and remains one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness.

In this episode of the Eye Got You Podcast, Dr. Valarie Jerome is joined by glaucoma specialist Dr. Paul Ajamian to discuss how glaucoma develops, why it often has no symptoms in its early stages, and how modern treatments are helping patients preserve their vision.

You'll discover:

✔ What glaucoma actually is

✔ Why routine eye exams are essential

✔ The importance of optic nerve health

✔ Eye pressure and glaucoma myths

✔ Risk factors you shouldn't ignore

✔ OCT scans and visual field testing explained

✔ New laser treatments and surgical options

✔ The future of glaucoma management

Whether you have glaucoma, have a family history of the condition, or simply want to protect your vision, this episode provides practical advice and expert insight from two experienced eye care professionals.

Find out about Dr Ajamian's work at https://omnieyeatlanta.com

Connect with Dr. Valarie Jerome: https://www.instagram.com/drvalariejerome

Learn more at https://www.eyegotyoucare.com

Produced by: https://creativecontentstudio.co.uk/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only. If you have concerns about your vision or fall risk, please book an appointment with a qualified eye care professional or speak with your primary care provider.

Glaucoma is often called the "sneak thief of sight" because it can cause permanent vision loss without any obvious warning signs.

In this episode of Eye Got You, Dr. Valarie Jerome is joined by glaucoma specialist Dr. Paul Ajamian to break down one of the most misunderstood eye conditions. Together they explain what glaucoma is, how it develops, why routine eye examinations are so important, and the tests eye care professionals use to detect it before vision is affected.

They discuss the role of eye pressure, optic nerve health, family history, corneal thickness, visual field testing, OCT scans, and why regular eye exams remain the best defence against preventable sight loss.

Whether you have a family history of glaucoma, have been told you're a glaucoma suspect, or simply want to protect your eyesight, this episode provides clear, practical information to help you understand the condition.

In this episode:

What glaucoma actually is

Why glaucoma is known as the "sneak thief of sight"

The connection between eye pressure and optic nerve damage

Risk factors including age, family history and sleep apnoea

Why good vision does not necessarily mean healthy eyes

The importance of dilated eye examinations

Understanding OCT scans and visual field tests

Why glaucoma diagnosis is not always straightforward

The role of optometrists in detecting and managing glaucoma

How regular eye exams can help prevent avoidable sight loss

If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, leave a review and share it with family members who may be at increased risk of glaucoma.

Find out about Dr Ajamian's work at https://omnieyeatlanta.com

Connect with Dr. Valarie Jerome: https://www.instagram.com/drvalariejerome

Learn more at https://www.eyegotyoucare.com

Produced by: https://creativecontentstudio.co.uk/

Disclaimer: This podcast is for information and entertainment purposes only. If you have concerns about your vision or fall risk, please book an appointment with a qualified eye care professional or speak with your primary care provider.