April 9, 2020 - Introduction, Basic Resources and Services Available

April 9, 2020 - Introduction, Basic Resources and Services Available

Author: Prevention of Blindness Society April 9, 2020 Duration: 1:21:14

0:00:00 - General Announcements and Introduction to the purpose of the Town Hall

23:53 - Dr. Alibhai - Transportation: Metro Access, Uber, Lyft, GoGo Grandparent

26:13 - Dr. Weinberg - Getting Food

29:12 - Dr. Alibhai - State Agencies in MD, DC, and VA

31:16 - Dr. Weinberg - Technology and Apps

34:22 - Dr. Alibhai - Telemedicine and Telehealth: alternative visits to customize visits for you

54:30 - Q&A: Uber and GoGo Grandparent, BARD, More Food and Delivery services

1:12:10 - Dr. Alibhai - How to give feedback


For nearly nine decades, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington has worked locally to protect one of our most vital senses. This audio space, the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel, extends that mission directly to your ears. Here, you’ll find recordings from live discussions, expert panels, and community forums that originally took place across the D.C. metro area. Each episode captures real conversations about vision health, from practical advice on protecting your sight to deeper explorations of the latest innovations in eye care and the challenges faced by those with low vision. The podcast serves as an auditory archive of the Society's ongoing work, making these valuable resources accessible anytime. You might hear from ophthalmologists, patients sharing personal stories, or advocates discussing policy-all centered on the core goal of preserving vision and enhancing quality of life. Tune in for genuine, informative dialogues that go beyond basic facts, fostering a deeper understanding of how community support and education can make a tangible difference. This is more than a series of talks; it's a direct line to the heart of a longstanding non-profit's efforts, allowing everyone to learn and benefit from their dedicated advocacy and service.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 43

Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington Event Replay Channel
Podcast Episodes
November 16, 2022 - Learn About the State Agencies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:33
We are honored to be joined by Timothy Brown, Northern Virginia Regional Manager of the Department for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DBVI), and Maria Proschan, Vision Rehabilitation Therapist in the Maryland Departmen…
October 20, 2022 - Preparing for Your Eye Exams: [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:08
Hear a special interview with Dr. Suleiman Alibhai as we discuss the different eye care professionals, questions to ask, preparing for an appointment, and some specifics about low vision exams.
September 21, 2022 - Falls Prevention: Stay Up, Stay Healthy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:59
Vision impairment can increase your chances of a fall in the home. Join us to learn about fall prevention and how you can keep your balance strong, regardless of your vision. Falls can create many health problems.
May 18, 2022 - Low Vision, Public Health, and Being Your Own Advocate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:08
0:00:45 Opening Announcements 0:06:00 Introduction of Speaker 0:08:30 Public Health and Low Vision Presentation, Omar Mohiuddin, OTR/L, MS, MPH, CLVT 0:10:30 Why increase of low vision? 0:14:00 What is the National Eye H…
April 20, 2022 - Low Vision and Vision Rehabilitation Update [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:53
0:00:15 Opening Announcements 0:05:50 Introduction (Suleiman Alibhai, OD; Hang Nguyen, OD) 0:09:15 Presentation Start 0:10:00 What is a low vision evaluation? Is it just a new pair of glasses? 0:21:15 Understanding how t…
November 17, 2021 - Meet the New Low Vision Doctor, Dr. Hang Nguyen [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:41
0:00:20 Opening Announcements 0:06:00 Speaker Introduction [Dr. Alibhai Introduces Dr. Hang Nguyen] 0:09:45 Dr. Hang Nguyen Interview >0:11:00 What interested you in Low Vision? >0:14:00 Experiences at Johns Hopkins Wilm…