85. Blink Twice If You Love AI with Dr. Rehan Ahmed

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rehan Ahmed, a board-certified ophthalmologist, healthtech innovator, and co-editor of AI in Eyecare published by Jobson. As the Chief Medical Officer at Blink by Global Medical, Dr. Ahmed brings a unique perspective at the intersection of clinical excellence and cutting-edge technology.

We explore his multifaceted journey—from performing surgeries to scaling tech-driven solutions in eye care. Whether you're a healthcare professional, technologist, or someone curious about where vision care is headed, this episode offers valuable insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in ophthalmology.

Some of the episode highlights include;

• How Dr. Ahmed’s journey into eye care began
• Balancing clinical ophthalmology with entrepreneurship
• What sparked his passion for technology and innovation
• The AI and diagnostic tools that excite him most today
• Major roadblocks faced along the way—and how he overcame them & more

Don’t miss the game segment where we get to know the lighter side of Dr. Ahmed,  in our "Rapid Fire" game segment.

Connect with Dr. Rehan Ahmed on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rehan-ahmed-md/

You can check all other episodes at www.nerdyoptometrist.com

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