My Macular and Me

Delve into the world of macular disease with the Macular Society. Join us as we hear from eye care professionals, providing expert insight on the latest developments in research and evolving treatments. Listen as we also share first-hand stories and explore the support available for those living with sight loss. For more information and additional support visit: https://www.macularsociety.org/

My Macular and Me is a business podcast hosted by Macular Society, with 57 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Macular Society hosts My Macular and Me, a business show with 57 episodes published.

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  Episode #57

  Revolutionary new implant for dry age-related macular degeneration

  Mar 11, 202644 minS0

  <p>Send us your feedback</p><p>With over 84% of trial participants regaining the ability to read letters, numbers, and words. Mahi Muqit, senior vitreoretinal consultant at Moorfields Eye Hospital and the Institute of Ophthalmology at UCL, joins us to discuss the groundbreaking results from the PRIMA system clinical trial. Learn how the technology works and what this means for the future of treating patients with dry AMD and geographic atrophy.</p><p>If you would like to join the Macular Society's Research Participant Database, visit our website and sign up. </p><p>To watch our previous webinars, please visit o...

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  Episode #56

  What is it like to participate in a clinical trial?

  Feb 11, 202614 minS0

  <p>Send us your feedback</p><p>What is it really like to participate in a clinical trial? Previously, we have explored what clinical trials are, why they matter, and how they drive forward new treatments for macular disease, but now we are taking a more personal look.</p><p>In this episode of the My Macular and Me podcast, we are joined by Caroline, who has direct experience of research and is currently part of a clinical trial. Caroline talks us through the trial itself, how she got involved and the impact it's had on her. </p><p>If y...

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  Episode #55

  Seeking support after a macular disease diagnosis

  Jan 7, 202630 minS0

  <p>Send us your feedback</p><p>Being diagnosed with macular disease can leave you and your family feeling isolated and uncertain about the future. Macular Society’s Advice and Information Service Manager Kevin Franklin joins our My Macular and Me podcast to discuss the main concerns people face when they are diagnosed with macular disease, as well as the support available.</p><p>Useful information:</p>NutritionBitesize Benefits Podcast: Personal Independence Payment: Part one, part two, part three. Bitesize Benefits Podcast: Attendance Allowance: Part one, part two.Treatment buddiesDaily living skills<p>The Macular Society has been supporting people wit...

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  Episode #54

  Bitesize Benefits: Autumn Budget 2025

  Dec 10, 202523 minS0

  <p>Send us your feedback</p><p>Join us as we look at the recent Autumn Budget announcement and explore what these updates could mean for those living with sight loss.</p><p>Living with sight loss may entitle you to extra financial support to help with day-to-day costs, but do you know what you can claim? Our mini series Bitesize Benefits covers a range of topics related to financial and workplace support for those living with macular disease.</p><p>Useful links and resources:</p>Bitesize Benefits PIP guidance: How to apply, application ins and outs, assessment and decisionBenefits...

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  Episode #53

  What is diabetic macular oedema?

  Nov 5, 202520 minS0

  <p>Send us your feedback</p><p>In this episode of the My Macular and Me podcast we explore the topic of diabetic macular oedema (DMO), a leading cause of vision loss in people with diabetes.</p><p>We're joined by Samantha Da Silva, consultant ophthalmologist at Oxford Eye Hospital who specialises in medical retina disorders. Hosted by Geraldine Hoad, our Head of Research Grants, this episode explores what DMO actually is, how it develops, and the key symptoms to watch out for.</p><p>Samantha walks us through the diagnostic process, current treatment options including anti-VEGF therapy and laser...

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