In this episode, I’m honored to bring you my conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson, a true pioneer in neuro-ophthalmology. As one of the first African American neuro-ophthalmologists, Dr. Johnson paved the way for future generations, breaking barriers and making an indelible mark on our field.  Beyond his significant clinical expertise and technical contributions to ophthalmology, Dr. Johnson is also a historian of our profession. His book, Breaking the Color Line in Medicine: African A...

Out of the Blindspot

Ore-ofe Adesina

Lenworth Johnson

FEB 10, 202568 MIN
Out of the Blindspot

Lenworth Johnson

FEB 10, 202568 MIN

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In this episode, I’m honored to bring you my conversation with Dr. Lenworth Johnson, a true pioneer in neuro-ophthalmology. As one of the first African American neuro-ophthalmologists, Dr. Johnson paved the way for future generations, breaking barriers and making an indelible mark on our field. Beyond his significant clinical expertise and technical contributions to ophthalmology, Dr. Johnson is also a historian of our profession. His book, Breaking the Color Line in Medicine: African Americans in Ophthalmology, is the definitive account of the African American experience in our field, chronicling the challenges, triumphs, and the ongoing endeavors to increase representation in ophthalmology.Dr. Johnson’s storytelling is as compelling as his insights, and in this episode, we explore his remarkable journey, the importance of representation in medicine, and the future of our field through his unique perspective.Dr. Lenworth JohnsonDr. Howard P. VenableDr. Maurice RabbBreaking the Color Line in Medicine: African Americans in OphthalmologyBlack Pioneers in OphthalmologyRabb Venable Excellence in Ophthalmology ProgramThe National Medical Association Ophthalmology Section