Perspectives:
A VLRC Podcast
Eight conversations. One national movement to transform eye care in Canada.
Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada's Podcast
Perspectives is Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada's podcast focusing on vision health in Canada, featuring authentic conversations with the people driving change. It explores the ideas, innovations and the people influencing vision health across the country. The first season teams up with the Vision Health Partners' Coalition to analyze the National Strategy for Eye Care, dedicating each episode to themes like prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, community, and research.
Episodes
with Dr. Allison Scott, Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO)
Did you know that up to 75 per cent of vision loss is preventable? In the first episode of Perspectives: A VLRC Podcast, host Jennifer Urosevic, President & CEO of Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, speaks with Dr. Allison Scott, President of the Canadian Association of Optometrists, about why routine eye exams matter, even when your vision seems fine.
with Dr. Nina Ahuja, Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS)
Been referred to an eye specialist and wondering what happens next? Ophthalmic surgeon Dr. Nina Ahuja, President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, explains what to expect, why timing matters, and how advances in treatment are bringing new hope. The conversation also explores what it will take to turn the National Strategy for Eye Care into meaningful change for Canadians.
with A. Shaw and S. Foster, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC)
Join host Angelina Algranti for Episode 3 of Perspectives as she connects with fellow VLRC team members Ashley Shaw and Shannon Foster. Together, they share findings from our Living with Vision Loss in Canada survey of more than 1,000 people, highlight gaps in Canada's rehabilitation services, and explore how these affect people who are blind or have low vision.
The Hosts
Meet the Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada team members who host the Perspectives podcast. Read their bios »
Jennifer Urosevic
President & CEO
Chris McLean
Vice President, Healthcare Operations
Josie McGee
Vice President, Healthcare Innovation
Angelina Algranti
Vice President, People & Culture
