Braille Institute Podcasts

Cortical vision impairment, cortical blindness, & delayed visual maturation are the leading causes of vision impairment among children.

Dr. Bill discusses treatments for retinopathy of prematurity with renowned vitorretinal surgeon, Khai Tawansy, M.D.

How to read a medical eye report.

Dr. Bill gives a comprehensive discussion of eyeglasses for kids with low vision, from selecting a doctor through training the child.

What is a clinical low vision exam?

The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.

The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.

The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.

Personal Assistance Services Council and In Home Support Services help seniors and anyone with a disability to stay at home and live independently. They cover care takers, transportation, and other services.

The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.

The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.

The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.

The Red Cross, Americorps and the ADA of Disability Los Angeles address what you need when disaster strikes.

The Red Cross, Americorps and the ADA of Disability Los Angeles address what you need when disaster strikes.

Entertainment, contests, prizes for proficiency in Braille at the June 23, 2012 Braille Challenge

Dr. Bill interviews Diana Dennis and Sue Parker-Strafaci on the use of the Apple I Pad and other assistive technology for children with low vision.

Optic nerve hypoplasia is one of the fastest growing causes of vision impairment. Dr. Bill Takeshita describes many of the common problems associated with this condition and he informs listeners to see additional consultations by professionals.

Many Children with vision impairment have sleep disorders. Dr. Bill shares helpful information and strategies to help the child who has problems sleeping.

Dr. Bill Takeshita discusses the functional implications of achromatopsia, albinism, anridia, F.E.V.R., and other common retinal disorders.

Dr. Bill interviews his guests as they share helpful tips to make your child's eye examination appointment accurate, comfortable and efficient.