May 18, 2022 - Low Vision, Public Health, and Being Your Own Advocate

May 18, 2022 - Low Vision, Public Health, and Being Your Own Advocate

Author: Prevention of Blindness Society May 18, 2022 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 Health Education Program (NEHEP)?

   0:18:30 Public Health in Low Vision

   0:24:00 Being an Advocate for Low Vision

0:26:45 Q&A

   0:27:00 Getting message out about low vision resources

   0:30:40 What is it like in North Carolina for low vision care?

   0:33:00 Myth of as we age we should go blind

   0:35:00 Reaching immigrant/non-English speaking communities

   0:41:00 Emotional side of coping with vision loss

   0:50:00 How Omar got into low vision 

   1:00:30 Question of being "labeled" as vision impaired

   1:03:00 "It takes a village" to provide low vision service

   1:04:30 What can a blind person do tomorrow to advocate for low vision?

   1:10:00 Lighting in the bathroom

   1:17:50 How can we get more low vision OTs and O&M professionals?

1:22:00 Closing Thoughts


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.
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…