# Episode 54, Part One: Michael Tolentino, MD, Co-Founder and Head Scientific Consultant, Aviceda Therapeutics

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Podcast: [Few & Far Between: How Biotech Gets Built](https://stenobird.com/podcast/few-far-between-how-biotech-gets-built-4067896)
Published: 2025-05-28T09:13:00+00:00
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## Resource

The challenge? Decoding the human immune system. Get ready to meet the top challenger on today's episode of the Biorasi Few & Far Between podcast. Host Chris O'Brien welcomes Michael Tolentino, MD, Co-Founder and Head Scientific Consultant at Aviceda Therapeutics, to the podcast. Tune in to part one of this special two-part episode as we explore Michael's start in ophthalmology, groundbreaking treatments in intra-retinal therapy, and the importance of being a great communicator. Okay, let's start the podcast!

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