New Treatments and New Devices to Help Those With Low Vision
Let’s Talk Low Vision Podcast
The art of communication for the visually impaired – 02/20/2018
The art of communication for the visually impaired
Transportation for the Visually Impaired – 01/18/2018
An interview with Ron Brooks on transportation for the visually impaired
How to Protect Your Eyes – 12/20/2017
Dr. Bill tells us how to protect our eyes
Christmas Gifts For The Sight Impaired – 11/21/2017
A Discussion of Potential Gifts For The Sight Impaired
A Discussion on Emergency Preparedness – 10/17/2017
A Discussion on Emergency Preparedness
Trends and Advancements – 09/21/2017
The Latest Trends and Significant Advancements In The Most Common Eye Diseases
How to parent if you have low vision – 08/15/2017
Julie Johnson discusses parenting with low vision.
Smartphones – 06/22/2017
A discussion of the use of Smartphones for those with low vision. Differences between iPhone and Android apps are also discussed.
Upcoming ACB-CCLVI Conference – 05/17/2017
Dr. Bill and guest Jim Jirak discuss the upcoming ACB-CCLVI conference in Reno, Nevada
Cooking Tips – 04/18/2017
Cooking tips for those who are sight impaired
How to perform home repairs – 03/22/2017
Dr. Bill interviews ACB Radio manager, Larry Turnbull, who shares amazing techniques to perform household repairs.
Exercise and nutrition – 02/21/2017
Dr. Bill and guests discuss exercise and nutrition
Scholarships offered by CCLVI – 01/10/2017
Dr. Bill discusses scholarships offered by CCLVI.
Advances in Vision Treatment – 12/20/2016
Dr. Bill interviews retinal surgeon Dr. Dave Boyer about the retina, macular degeneration, eye vitamins, wet & dry MD and diabetes.
Holiday Gifts for The Visually Impaired and Blind – 11/15/2016
Holiday Gifts for The Visually Impaired and Blind
The Importance of Lighting in Vision – 10/21/2016
Understanding different types of lightbulbs and monitor screens.
Tips and Tricks – 09/20/2016
Tips and Tricks To Help Students with Low Vision to Succeed at School
Braille Institute Teacher of the Year – 08/16/2016
Dr. Bill interviews Keith Christian 2016 Braille Institute Teacher of the Year
How to protect your eyes – 07/20/2016
Dr. Bill explains the nature of light from the sun, computers and cellphones and how to protect your eyes.
Traveling with Low Vision – 06/21/2016
Traveling with Low Vision
Self Driving Cars – 05/17/2016
Dr. Bill talks about the potential of Self Driving Cars.
Social Security Programs – 04/19/2016
The Social Security benefits available to people with vision problems. Also, who qualifies? how to apply and how much you can get.
What’s New in Assistive Technology – 03/18/2016
Dr. Bill interviews a panel of vendors about “what’s New in Assistive Technology”
Odd Situations – 02/18/2016
Dr. Bill and guests discuss the odd situations encountered by the sight impaired
Dr. Bill shares his life experience – 01/19/2016
Dr. Bill shares his life experience both as he grew up and later lost his vision.
Lighting and Color – 12/15/2015
Dr Bill discusses lighting and color and what it means to those with low vision
Holiday gifts for the sight impaired – 11/19/2015
Dr. Bill and a panel of guests discuss possible Holiday gifts for the sight impaired
Low Vision Drivers – 10/22/2015
Dr. Bill offers advise to drivers who have low vision
Latest in lens technology – 09/16/2015
Dr. Bill and guests talk about the latest in lens technology to protect eyes and enhance vision
Tips for Grooming, Dressing and Shopping – 08/27/2015
Dr. Bill and a panel discuss valuable tips to help those visually impaired to identify items when grooming, dressing and shopping
Cooking Tips – 07/24/2015
Dr. Bill and Elsa Enriqes discuss neat cooking tips for those who are visually impaired
Tips to Help you When Traveling – 06/16/2015
Dr. Bill discusses tips to help you when traveling with a panel of colleagues from around the country
Orientation and Mobility – 05/22/2015
Dr. Bill discusses the subject of Orientation and Mobility.
Handling Finances – 04/21/2015
Dr. Bill and guest Betty Holmer discuss handling your finances when you are visually impaired.
Dating With Low Vision – 02/19/2015
Dr. Bill interviews a panel of guests who share their experiences and recommendations regarding dating with low vision.
High School To College and Employment – 01/20/2015
Dr. Bill interviews Richard Rueda, Junior Blind of America, and Ann Kwong, UC Berkeley to discuss organizations that have transition programs.
Managing your finances – 12/20/2014
Dr. Bill offers tips on managing your currency, credit and debit cards, as well as monthly bills
Shopping for Thanksgiving and the Holidays – 11/18/2014
Dr. Bill, Elsa and Julian offer tips on how they shop for Thansgiving and the holidays
New Treatment for Eye Conditions – 10/24/2014
The latest advances in medications to treat Macular Degeneration, gene therapy, stem cell research and biotechnology to restore vision.
Transitioning from High School to College or Work – 09/13/2014
Dr. Bill interviews Richard Reuda of the Junior Blind of America, shares information to help students and parents make these life transitions.
Listen to thousands of books and magazines for free – 08/22/2014
Apply for E books from the National Library Service and listen to them on the NLS player and other devices. Kindle and iPad, and other software discussed.
Diabetes and Nutrition – 07/17/2014
The interview covers the basic fundamentals about healthy eating and excellent recommendations regarding snacks and counting carbohydrates.
Traveling With Low Vision – 05/20/2014
Dr. Bill, Julian Vargas & Damian Pickering share advice for traveling: Finding low fares, Travel Apps and Favorite vacation destinations
What’s new in assistive technology 2014 CSUN conference- 04/16/2014
Discusses products from Enhanced Vision, Optelec, Freedom Scientific, Humanware, Hims and others.
FDA Label Requirements for visually impaired – 02/18/2014
Dr. Bill and Annette Carter discuss the FDA requirements for prescription drug labels for the visually impaired.
Tech access topics – 01/21/2014
Discussion of major improvements in accessibility features of the Mac, as well as features of AI Squared Zoom Text for Mac and the LVI Student New Generation video magnifier
Advances in gene therapy – 12/18/2013
A discussion of gene therapy for diseases like Leber’s congentital amaurosis, Stargardt’s, and Retinoschisis. Plus mutations & gene testing
Keeping a Positive Attitude – 11/19/2013
Dr. Bill interviews Phyllis Amaral, clinical Psychologist at The Center for the Partially Sighted, on how to keep a positive attitude
Nutrition & Vision – 10/15/2013
Dr. Small discusses the relationship between diet and the progress of certain eye diseases. He also answers audience questions.