Specialty deep dive

Ophthalmology: who to follow

A small, visual specialty with an unusually good social presence, from surgical technique threads to retina imaging and screening algorithms.

Will Flanary

Will Flanary, MD

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist and Comedian, Eye Care Associates

Offers sharp, humorous critiques of the US healthcare system, insurance bureaucracy, and medical education alongside insightful clinical commentary from an ophthalmologist's perspective.

Ophthalmology / Medical Humour / US Healthcare System

Best for: Healthcare workers and system reform advocates

DB

Keratoconus specialist and surgeon, Boxer Wachler Vision Institute

He debunks popular medical myths and provides engaging, accessible eye health education to a massive global audience on TikTok and Instagram.

Eye Health / Medical Mythbusting / Vision Correction

Best for: Public audiences seeking verified medical facts

DR

Dr. Rupa Wong, MD

Ophthalmology

Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Partner, Honolulu Eye Clinic

She offers practical advice on pediatric eye health, tips on balancing a medical career with parenting, and career guidance for aspiring physicians.

Pediatric Ophthalmology / Work-Life Balance / Medical Education

Best for: Parents, medical students and female physicians

DV

Dr. Vicky Chan, MD

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist and Content Creator, Kaiser Permanente

She delivers engaging eye safety tips, debunks popular internet health myths, and highlights daily life as a practicing ophthalmologist.

Eye Health Education / Lifestyle Medicine / Medical Humor

Best for: General public looking for clear eye care tips

DU

Dr. Uday Devgan, MD

Ophthalmology

Cataract Surgeon and Clinical Professor, Devgan Eye Surgery

He provides daily surgical video analyses and clinical pearls, offering outstanding educational resources for ophthalmic surgeons and medical trainees worldwide.

Cataract Surgery / Surgical Education / Ophthalmology

Best for: Ophthalmic surgeons and medical students

DI

Dr. Ike Ahmed, MD

Ophthalmology

Professor and Director of Glaucoma Fellowship, Prism Eye Institute

Known as the pioneer of micro-invasive glaucoma surgery, he shares high-yield surgical videos, complex clinical cases, and innovations in glaucoma management.

Glaucoma / MIGS / Surgical Innovation

Best for: Glaucoma specialists and anterior segment surgeons

DD

Dr. Dagny Zhu, MD

Ophthalmology

Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, NVISION Eye Associates

She shares advanced refractive surgery insights, clinical case studies, and mentorship advice for young ophthalmologists and medical students.

Refractive Surgery / Medical Education / Myopia Management

Best for: Aspiring eye surgeons and ophthalmology residents

UD

Uday Devgan, MD

Ophthalmology

Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute

Offers highly detailed video tutorials and analytical commentary focused on cataract surgery techniques, error prevention, and surgical skill development.

Surgical Education / Cataract Surgery / Ophthalmic Techniques

Best for: Resident ophthalmologists and ophthalmic surgeons

DZ

Dagny Zhu, MD

Ophthalmology

Cornea and Refractive Surgeon, NVISION Eye Centers

Shares surgical clinical pearls, guidance for refractive surgical options, and personal insights on career development, lifestyle design, and medical education.

Refractive Surgery / Medical Education / Women in Medicine

Best for: Aspiring eye surgeons and medical students

DA

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Weill Cornell Medicine

She shares evidence-based ocular health tips, dry eye education, and wellness advice, bridging the gap between clinical science and daily eye care.

Dry Eye Disease / Cataract Surgery / Ophthalmic Wellness

Best for: Patients and primary care providers

DP

Professor of Artificial Medical Intelligence, Moorfields Eye Hospital

He is a global leader in AI for ophthalmology, sharing bleeding edge research, clinical trials, and insights into how machine learning transforms eye disease detection.

AI in Healthcare / Deep Learning / Digital Ophthalmology

Best for: Healthtech researchers and AI developers

SW

Shannon Wong, MD

Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist and Practice Owner, Austin Eye

Gives a transparent, behind-the-scenes look at running an independent ophthalmic practice, modern surgical technology, and practical patient communication strategies.

Private Practice / Cataract Surgery / Patient Care

Best for: Independent practice owners and refractive surgeons

DN

Surgical Ophthalmologist, Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute

She publishes clear advice on preventative eye health, systemic diseases affecting the eyes, and shares updates from major medical conferences.

Public Health Education / Cataract Prevention / Ophthalmic Advocacy

Best for: Primary care doctors and health advocates

DE

Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon, SightMD

As a co-founder of the Digital Ophthalmic Society, he writes extensively about artificial intelligence, digital imaging, and technological advancements in eye care.

Digital Ophthalmology / Surgical Technology / AI in Ophthalmology

Best for: Healthtech developers and innovative eye surgeons

RH

Ranya Habash, MD

Ophthalmology

Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Provides updates on digital health initiatives, artificial intelligence integration, and the transition toward tele-ophthalmology in clinical practice for modern eye care.

Digital Health / Tele-ophthalmology / MedTech

Best for: Health technology innovators and ophthalmic providers

PK

Pearse Keane, MD

Ophthalmology

Professor of Artificial Medical Intelligence, UCL and Moorfields Eye Hospital

Readers receive cutting-edge insights on how artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming diagnostic imaging and clinical pathways in eye care.

Artificial Intelligence / Digital Health / Ophthalmic Imaging

Best for: Clinicians interested in medical AI applications

SG

Sunir Garg, MD

Ophthalmology

Professor of Ophthalmology, Wills Eye Hospital

Provides reliable scientific interpretations of emerging clinical trials, retina health updates, and public health perspectives on vision preservation.

Retina / Public Health / Clinical Research

Best for: Clinical researchers and ophthalmology trainees

RS

Rishi Singh, MD

Ophthalmology

President, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health

Features updates on retinal disease management, perspectives on hospital leadership, and discussions about the outcomes of clinical trials in ophthalmology.

Retinal Diseases / Healthcare Leadership / Clinical Trials

Best for: Healthcare executives and retina specialists

AG

Professor of Ophthalmology, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

Translates complex research on ocular surface pain, dry eye management, and clinical trials into actionable insights for practicing eye specialists.

Dry Eye Disease / Ocular Pain / Clinical Research

Best for: Cornea and dry eye specialists

LA

Professor of Ophthalmology, NYU Langone Health

Delivers deep insights into the clinical implementation of telemedicine and artificial intelligence for early screening and management of glaucoma.

Glaucoma / Telemedicine / Artificial Intelligence

Best for: Ophthalmic researchers and digital health planners

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