In this episode we are discussing Ophthalmology with Sergio Morello, Jr., M.D.! Dr. Morello has been practicing Ophthalmology for over 30 years in both his native Brazil as well as the United States. Dr. Morello recently partnered with a colleague to open South Florida Eye Health with locations in Sunrise and Aventura, Florida. During our discussion, Dr. Morello discussed a range of topics including: (1) Growing up in Brazil with a family of physicians and then moving to the United States to practice Medicine; (2) distinctions between Ophthalmologists and Optometrists; (3) a typical day in the office and the types of surgeries that he performs, such as Lasik and PRK; (4) frequency with which we should see an Ophthalmologist, how to monitor one's eye health, and how lifestyle choices can affect your vision; (5) common eye diseases and how diabetes can lead to vision loss; (5) the evolution and technological advancements in ophthalmology; (6) COVID-19 vaccine's impact on our vision; (7) balancing work and his personal life, and more.
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