On this episode of Cell & Flare, we are joined by Shamik Bafna, MD, a cataract and refractive surgeon at the Cleveland Eye Clinic and Clear Choice Custom LASIK Center in Cleveland, OH who completed his medical and ophthalmic training at the University of Michigan and Baylor. He discusses his journey from comprehensive ophthalmology to comprehensive refractive surgery, how to balance work and travel, handling the pressure of surgery, the path to the podium, partnering with private equity, and various aspects of private practice.

On this episode of Cell & Flare, we are joined by Lisa D. Kelly, MD, a cornea specialist who completed her medical and ophthalmic training at Harvard, Stanford, & Hopkins, discusses the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on the medical school curriculum and residency selection process. She details her journey to becoming a physician, ophthalmologist, and cornea sub-specialist, her vast experience in the worlds of both academics and private practice, mentorship, and advice for women and minorities aspiring to become physicians.

On this episode of Cell & Flare, we are joined by Karl C. Golnik, MD and discuss a variety of topics ranging from his passion for global ophthalmology and improving ophthalmic education, to high-fidelity audio and competitive cycling.