Vindico Medical Education Receives APEX® Award of Excellence in the Electronic Media – Podcasts Category
July 28, 2025
Thorofare, NJ – Vindico Medical Education, A Wyanoke Company, is excited to announce their win in the 2025 APEX® Awards for Publication Excellence. Vindico was recognized in the subcategory of Electronic Media – Podcasts for The Retina Radar: A Podcast Series for Retina Specialists.
Now in its 37th year, the APEX® Awards for Publication Excellence is an annual competition that recognizes outstanding work in graphic design, editorial content, and the ability to achieve overall publications and communications excellence. This year, APEX judges evaluated more than 1000 entries to honor outstanding work in 14 professional categories and 100 subcategories.
The Retina Radar accredited podcast series is hosted by Arshad M. Khanani, MD, MA, FASRS, Managing Partner, Director of Clinical Research, and Director of Fellowship at Sierra Eye Associates; and Clinical Professor, University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. Dr. Khanani is a globally recognized retina specialist and clinical researcher, renowned for his instrumental role in advancing innovative treatments for retinal diseases. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to expanding treatment options for patients and was named one of the top 10 researchers in the world in The Ophthalmologist Power List 2025. As the retinal field continues to evolve rapidly, Dr. Khanani brings his deep expertise to the forefront by hosting world-renowned faculty and presenting emerging technologies, clinical trials, and key findings in a clear, engaging, and accessible format for listeners.
“It has been a pleasure to host The Retina Radar podcast,” says Dr. Khanani. “What makes this series truly special is the opportunity to engage with my guests on a personal level while exploring the latest advancements in the retina field and offering listeners a distinctive and enriching learning experience. I’m honored that the APEX Awards have recognized the dedication and hard work of myself, my colleagues, and the Vindico team in bringing this series to life.”
“This APEX recognition highlights our dedication to provide high-quality accessible education. Podcasts are an ideal format, as they meet retina specialists wherever they are,” says Jenna Gentile, Associate Vice President, Educational Strategy. “This series resonates strongly with the global retina community. We are grateful to Dr. Khanani, our expert faculty, and supporters for helping bring it to life.”
“This recognition reflects our commitment to clinician-centered education. We collaborate with our expert host and specialists to provide content that is authentic and trustworthy,” says Sasha Persaud, PharmD, Associate Scientific Director, Office of Medical Affairs and Compliance. “Thirteen impactful episodes are currently available, with 18 more releasing this year.”
Episodes are available on all major podcast platforms, and CME credit can be claimed on MedEd Talks.
The first three seasons of the series have been supported by independent medical education grants from 4D Molecular Therapeutics; AbbVie Inc.; Adverum Biotechnologies, Inc.; Alimera Sciences, Inc.; Alkeus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Astellas; EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Genentech, a member of the Roche Group; IVERIC bio; Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Ocular Therapeutix, Inc.; Oculis; Ocuphire Pharma; Opthea; Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; and REGENXBIO Inc.
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About Vindico Medical Education
Vindico Medical Education has been reviewed by Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education™ and awarded joint accreditation through November 2026 as a provider of interprofessional continuing education (IPCE) by and for the healthcare team. Vindico is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Vindico has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria, the Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry (ARBO) for Council on Optometric Practitioner Education (COPE) approved Credit(s) for optometrists for activities planned in accordance with COPE Criteria, and authorized by the Commission on Dietetic Registry (CDR) to award contact hours for registered dieticians for activities planned in accordance with CDR Criteria.
Vindico Medical Education provides interprofessional, independent medical education for healthcare professionals, with the goal of improving patient health. www.VindicoCME.com.