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The Most Influential Conversations in Ophthalmology Aren’t on the Podium

How WhatsApp is quietly shaping clinical practice

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Ophthalmology is experiencing a significant shift as influential discussions increasingly occur in private spaces, such as WhatsApp groups, rather than formal congresses or journals. These peer-to-peer platforms allow ophthalmologists to share practical experiences and insights on challenging cases, fostering trust and direct communication. Although formal scientific exchanges remain vital, the informal conversations now shape clinical thinking and decision-making more than ever. This evolution requires intentionality to stay connected with peers amid fewer travel opportunities.

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The Most Influential Conversations in Ophthalmology Aren’t on the Podium

How WhatsApp is quietly shaping clinical practice

  • by Bernie Ursell

  • March 12, 2026

  • 5 min

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