My Vision My Way - Dr Soosan Jacob in conversation with A/Prof. Smita Agarwal

What drives a surgeon to become one of the world’s most recognised cataract and refractive surgeons, pioneer new approaches to complex eye surgery, contribute extensively to research and education, and raise a family along the way? In this episode of My Vision, My Way, Associate Professor Smita Agarwal speaks with Dr Soosan Jacob, Director and Chief of the Dr Agarwal’s Refractive and Cornea Foundation in Chennai, India, and President Elect and Secretary of the International Society of Refractive Surgery. Dr Jacob reflects on growing up in India, her unexpected path into ophthalmology, and the drive behind her work in research, innovation and complex corneal surgery. She also speaks candidly about family, ambition, balancing a demanding career with raising two children, and the challenges and opportunities for women in ophthalmology. This is My Vision, My Way with Dr Soosan Jacob.