Ophthalmology for the Non-Ophthalmologist with Dr. Jennifer Grin

About this episode

Dr. Jennifer Grin discusses a practical approach to evaluating eye complaints and knowing when to refer patients urgently.

In this episode, we talk with ophthalmologist Dr. Jennifer Grin about a practical, high-yield approach to evaluating eye complaints, documenting findings, and knowing when to urgently refer. The conversation covers a breakdown of an “easy eye exam” any clinician can do from starting with visual acuity as the eye’s vital sign to realistic expectations for the fundus exam. Dr. Grin reviews warning signs such as sudden vision loss, abnormal pupils, flashes/floaters with a curtain (retinal detachment), and concerning trauma. She also highlights common pitfalls like mislabeling serious diseases like conjunctivitis, missing open globe injuries, and prescribing topical steroids or anesthetics without a clear diagnosis.

People in this episode

Host: Eric Zacharias MD

Guest: Dr. Jennifer Grin

Topics covered

• ophthalmology
• eye exam
• vision loss
• medical referral
• clinical evaluation

Keywords

• ophthalmology
• eye complaints
• visual acuity
• fundus exam
• retinal detachment
• conjunctivitis
• open globe injuries