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Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
"Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens" dives into the highs, lows, and WTFs of healthcare. Whether you're in the medical field, live with a healthcare worker, or broke your arm once and are still paying off your medical bills, this is a must-listen. Join Will and Kristin Flanary (aka the Glaucomfleckens) for candid chats with leading healthcare voices like Dr. Mike and Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy. Discover fun facts about eyeballs, hear relatable stories from medical training, and…
Episodes
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
How Does an Olympic Gold Medalist Balance Medicine and Hockey? | Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser
In this episode, Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser—Olympic gold medalist, NHL executive, and emergency medicine physician talks about how her experience as a…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Knock Knock Eye: A Congressman Said WHAT About Physicians?
In this episode I break down a congressman’s recent comments blaming physicians for the high cost of healthcare—and why that take is completely misguided. I…
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Glauc Talk: Revisiting Dr. Glaucomflecken’s First Satirical Articles
In this episode we tackle the frustrating redundancies in medical paperwork to the historic Providence Health strike in Oregon, where nurses and physicians…
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Knock Knock Eye: What Are Ortho-K Lenses and Are They Worth It?
In this episode I dive into the fascinating world of Ortho-K lenses—special contact lenses that reshape the cornea overnight to correct vision without the need…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk | How Do Health Insurance Companies Avoid Accountability?
In this episode we tackle several hot-button healthcare topics including how insurance companies often shift blame to doctors (and avoid accountability) for…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Knock Knock Eye: Can You Take Your Cataract Home?
In this episode I tackle the fascinating eye questions you've had for me. I explore the debate over castor oil for dry eye treatment, share a wild cataract…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
What Do Unionized Residents Mean for the Future of Medicine? | Dr. Max Jordan Nguemeni
In this episode, Dr. Max Jordan Nguemeni, a general internal medicine physician and health policy advocate, joins to discuss the growing wave of physician…
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Knock Knock Eye: What Are All Those Machines at the Eye Doctor's Office?
In this episode I answer viewer questions about eye care, including when LASIK is worth it and when to skip it. I also dive into the eye conditions I can…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk: How Would The Neurologist Fix an Internet Outage
In this episode we look through the lens of some of my iconic characters. What happens when the Neurologist tries to fix an internet outage or when the…
Knock Knock, Hi! with the GlaucomfleckensPreston Roche's New Podcast... And We Helped!!!
Team Glauc Flock presents: "How to be Patient" a new podcast we're producing hosted by Dr. Preston Roche! New episodes are up now! You can subscribe to "How to…
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Knock Knock Eye: The Weirdest Eye Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask
In this episode I answer some of the most frequently asked—and occasionally bizarre—questions I get as an ophthalmologist. From whether chlamydia can spread…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
What Is ARFID and Why Is It So Misunderstood? | Andrew (ARFID Andrew) Luber
In this episode we delve into the personal and challenging world of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) with guest Andrew Luber, known online as…
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Knock Knock Eye: The Promise and Challenges of Bionic Eyes
In this episode I talk about the cutting-edge world of bionic eye technology, diving into how devices like the Argus II Retinal Prosthesis are helping patients…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Can Medical Rivalries Drive Innovation? | Dr. Andrew Lam
In this episode we bring another Ophthalmologist into the mix with Dr. Andrew Lam, a retina surgeon, professor, and acclaimed author. We explore the intricate…
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Knock Knock Eye: What Are the Different Subspecialties in Ophthalmology?
In this episode I cover a wide range of topics, including a detailed breakdown of the subspecialties in ophthalmology. From the most common fields like…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Is the Dentist’s Chair Really That Scary? | Dr. Humie
In this episode we welcome Dr. Humie, a dentist and TikTok content creator, to discuss the challenges and humor of dentistry. Dr. Humie shares his approach to…
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Knock Knock Eye: Who’s to Blame for Healthcare’s High Costs?
In this episode I a take a look into the systemic issues plaguing U.S. healthcare. Reflecting on the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder and the public backlash, I…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
UnitedHealthcare Speech | Dr. Glaucomflecken @ Chicago Improv
We were thrilled to wrap up our life-changing “Wife & Death” 2024 tour at the Chicago Improv last weekend. That evening in a sold-out room with fans, friends…
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From the Olympics to Residency | Dr. Andi Murez
In this episode of swim over to a conversation wtih Dr. Andi Murez, an Olympic swimmer and psychiatry resident at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Murez shares her…
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Knock Knock Eye: My Thoughts On The United Healthcare CEO Murder
In this episode I discuss my thoughts the shocking murder of United Healthcare’s CEO, Brian Thompson, and the complex emotions it has sparked on social media…
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How To Fight Insurance Denials | Dr. Warris Bokhari & Julie Baak
In this episode we talk with Dr. Warris Bokhari and Julie Baak to tackle the complex world of insurance denials and patient advocacy. Dr. Bokhari shares his…
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Knock Knock Eye: Top 5 Things I Wouldn't Do As An Ophthalmologist
In this episode I dive into my list of the top five things I would never do as an ophthalmologist, from using Visine to playing with fireworks. I also explores…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk: Are Younger Physicians Less Dedicated or Just Setting Boundaries?
In this episode we reflect on the realities of balancing work, marriage, and medicine. We tackle questions on work-life balance in healthcare, debating how…
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Knock Knock Eye: Why Dr. Oz as CMS Director Has the Medical Community Concerned
In this episode I tackle a range of topics from an intriguing double vision case linked to thyroid eye disease to the unexpected announcement of Dr. Oz as the…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
What You Need to Know About Postpartum Cardiomyopathy | Lisa Schwartz
In this episode we sit down with Lisa Schwartz—content creator, author, and new mom—as she shares her intense and unexpected experience with postpartum…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Knock Knock Eye: How Diabetic Retinopathy Changes Vision Forever
In this episode I share my jet-lagged reflections after speaking at the Mary Tyler Moore Vision Initiative Symposium. As an ambassador for the initiative, I…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk: Celebrating 100 Episodes with Old Person Smell!
In this milestone 100th episode of Knock Knock Hi, we celebrate with laughter, personal stories, and a nostalgic look back at our journey together. We reflect…
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Knock Knock Eye: Ophthalmology Call Week: Unique Consults and Complex Cases
In this episode I give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at my call week as a private practice ophthalmologist. With a mix of routine calls and complex cases…
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One Radiologist Is Transforming Physician Communities Online | Dr. Nisha Mehta
In this episode we talk with Dr. Nisha Mehta, a radiologist and advocate who built two of the largest online communities for physicians, with over 200,000…
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Knock Knock Eye: Does Your Eye Color Make You Prone to Certain Diseases?
In this episode I explore the fascinating question of whether eye color can be linked to specific diseases. I dive into pigmentary glaucoma, an eye condition…
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Joel Bervell on Diversifying the Medical Field with TikTok
Joel Bervell shares how he’s already diversifying the field of medicine as a WSU Medicine student on Knock Knock Hi with Dr. Glaucomflecken and Lady…
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Knock Knock Eye: Top 5 Most Impractical Glasses in Pop Culture History
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I share my picks for the top 5 most impractical glasses in pop culture history, from Morpheus’s infamous clip-ons to…
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Women Surgeons, Toxicity in the Medical Field, and the 80 hour Work Week
Dr. Betsy Grunch (@ladyspinedoc) joins this episode of Knock Knock Hi with Dr. Glaucomflecken and Lady Glaucomflecken. Dr. Betsy Grunch shares her experience…
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Knock Knock Eye: How Hurricane Helene Caused A Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I dive into the complex world of cataract surgery, sharing an extraordinary case of a patient who had gone 15 years without…
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Glauc Talk: Balancing Parenting, Household Chores, and Careers in a Medical Marriage
In this episode of Knock Knock Hi, we explore the challenges of balancing life in a medical marriage like managing household duties when both partners are…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Knock Knock Eye: Child Eye Problems You Shouldn't Ignore
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I discuss important eye conditions in children that should never be ignored. From aggressive blinking and rubbing to the…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
How Do We Combat Health Misinformation Online? | Dr. Noc
We sit down with Dr. Noc (Morgan McSweeney, PhD), a social media influencer and expert in pharmaceutical sciences. We dive deep into how misinformation spreads…
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Knock Knock Eye: 39th Birthday Reflections!
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I reflect on turning 39 and how my medical history—surviving testicular cancer and a cardiac arrest—shapes my outlook on…
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Glauc Talk: How My Biggest Social Media Mistakes Became Learning Lessons
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we dive into the chaos of a stressful morning and explore how emotional regulation can make a big difference in managing…
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Knock Knock Eye: Worst Case Eye Problems: Cornea
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I focus on one of the scariest eye conditions for your cornea: Acanthamoeba keratitis. This rare but serious infection is…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Why Do Medical Students Have So Much Test Anxiety? | Dr. Jessi Gold
We sit down with Dr. Jessi Gold, a psychiatrist and Chief Wellness Officer for the University of Tennessee system. We dive into the challenges of managing…
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Knock Knock Eye: Can You Believe These States' Driving Vision Requirements?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I uncover the surprising and sometimes shocking differences in vision requirements for drivers across the U.S. Find out…
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Glauc Talk: Doctors Have Strong Opinions About Scrubs in Public
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we discuss the ins and outs of flying cross-country for medical conferences and the challenges of balancing travel with keynote…
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Knock Knock Eye: Kyle Van Noy's Orbital Fracture: Where Was the Eye Doctor?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I discuss the recent injury of NFL linebacker Kyle Van Noy, who suffered an orbital fracture during a game. Van Noy…
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What’s the Secret to Spreading Joy in Healthcare? | Sheena Melwani
Will and Kristin chat with Sheena Melwani, social media star and co-founder of the Spread the Joy Foundation. They dive into Sheena’s journey of turning a…
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Knock Knock Eye: What Led to the Wrong Organ Being Removed in Surgery?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I dive into the terrifying world of "never events" — surgical mistakes that should never happen. From stories of operating…
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Glauc Talk: Exploring Glaucomflecken Lore: Surgery and Anesthesia
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we dive deep into the creation of the iconic surgery and anesthesia characters. We explore the inspiration behind these beloved…
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Knock Knock Eye: What Are the Top 5 Most Fascinating Eye Surgeries?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I dive into the world of ophthalmology's most fascinating and life-changing surgeries. From cataract removal and corneal…
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Can a Viral TikTok End a Medical Career? | Preston Roche
Will and Kristin chat with Dr. Preston Roche, a social media content creator who nearly got expelled from medical school over his viral TikTok videos. They…
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Knock Knock Eye: How Do Prosthetic Eyes Transform Lives?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I take the fascinating dive into the world of prosthetic eyes. From explaining why prosthetic eyes aren't spherical to…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk: Is There Really a Connection Between the Eye and Every Body Part?
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we explore the surprising ways different body parts can be connected to the eye. From spleens to fingernails, Will tests his…
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Knock Knock Eye: Northern Lights: Why Your Camera Sees Them Better Than You Do
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I discuss the fascinating condition of sleeping with your eyes open, also known as lagophthalmos. I explain how this…
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Is There Really a Lead Problem with Tampons? | Dr. Jen Gunter
Will and Kristin welcome back Dr. Jen Gunter, a renowned author and physician, to discuss the latest controversies surrounding tampons and lead contamination…
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Knock Knock Eye: How Can You Manage Your Child's Myopia?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I dive into the growing concern of childhood myopia and explore effective strategies for managing and slowing its…
- Knock Knock, Hi! with the Glaucomfleckens
Glauc Talk: How Did the CrowdStrike Outage Affect Healthcare Systems?
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we dive into the recent CrowdStrike outage and its significant impact on healthcare systems, particularly electronic health…
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Knock Knock Eye: How Does Vision Evolve from Birth to Adulthood?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I explore the fascinating journey of vision development from birth through adulthood. Using personal anecdotes and expert…
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What Does It Take To Get Triple Board Certified? | Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez-Arias
Dr. Mauricio Gonzalez-Arias, a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, emergency medicine, and obesity medicine, joins the Glaucomfleckens to…
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Knock Knock Eye: Starry Eyes: Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik's Strabismus Explained
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I celebrate the remarkable journey of Olympian gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik, who proudly wears glasses! I dive into his eye…
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Glauc Talk: How Do You Survive Teen Hormones?
In this episode of Glauc Talk, we share our experiences with moving and battling yellow jackets, delve into the complexities of being a VIP patient in the…
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Knock Knock Eye: Ozempic: Is It Causing Vision Loss?
In this episode of Knock Knock Eye, I explore the potential vision risks associated with Ozempic and similar medications. With recent studies suggesting a link…