Every business has processes and metrics that can be streamlined and improved. Ankit Patel calls these aspects of the business leverage points. Ankit is the founder of a company named My Business Care Team, which provides business process outsourcing services to optometry clinics. He also runs and manages multiple optometry clinics in the Atlanta […]
Episode 120 – The Man Behind The Mug – Dr. David Kading
Dr. David Kading is one of the most well-known and renowned personalities in eye care. He is the owner of a multi-location specialty practice in Seattle, he has authored hundreds of articles and research papers, and he is the co-founder of Optometric Insights and the host of The Myopia Podcast. One of the more […]
Episode 119 – The Gut-Eye Connection: Improving Overall Wellness With Dr. Mila Loussifova
We know that our eyes are connected to our systemic health. But how often do we think about how our gut health can affect our eyes? In this episode, Dr. Mila Ioussifova discusses how her passion for treating dry eye led her to get further training and education as a board-certified nutrition specialist, so […]
Episode 118 – Building A LEGACY In Eyecare – Dr. Mile Brujic
Dr. Mile Brujic is one of the mst recognizable figures in the eyecare industry. As a business owner, prominent speaker, and educator, Dr. Brujic has impacted the profession of optometry in numerous ways. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Brujic shares how he became the prolific figure that he is today. Through relatable anecdotes and […]
Episode 117 – The Impact Of LOW VISION With Dr. Ana Juricic
Low Vision is an area of specialty that many ECPs are not comfortable diving into. Yet, it may be one of the most impactful and rewarding areas of practice. Dr. Ana Juricic is a low vision optometrist practicing in Toronto with over 27 years of experience in the field of vision rehabilitation services for individuals living […]
Episode 116 – Utilizing AI To Diagnose Retinal Disease – Dr. Hadi Chakor And Yves-Stéphane Couture, DIAGNOS
How can AI help optometrists detect more than just diabetic retinopathy? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Hadi Chakor and Yves-Stéphane Couture, the visionary minds behind DIAGNOS. Together, they share their groundbreaking partnership with IRIS, a consortium of optometry practices spanning Canada. They shared how their collaboration harnesses a vast database of patient images […]
Episode 115 – From Architect To Award-Winning Eyewear Designer – Nico Roseillier
Eyewear is more than just vision; it is also style and the story behind it! The story of how Nico Roseillier came to the United States is a remarkable one for sure. He arrived in New York with a background in architecture but no background in speaking English. Today, he has worked with dozens of recognizable […]
Episode 114 – Training Your Team For SUCCESS In Myopia Management With Ann Tran
Myopia Management does not just happen in the exam room. An office’s success in implementing this (and most other) specialties is very much dependent on a team approach. But how do we train all the different team members in our office to make sure everyone is on the same page? Enter Ann Tran, a […]
Episode 113 – Career Choices, New Billing Codes, And Leveraging Optomap – Dr. Shiv Sharma
Optometry isn’t just about glasses; it’s about shaping the future of eye health. Join us with Dr. Shiv Sharma on this journey where new billing codes, Optomap technology, and career choices pave the way for comprehensive patient care and innovation. Being on the MSP Negotiations Committee that was responsible for the new agreement that […]
Episode 112 – How EssilorLuxottica Is Fighting The Myopia Epidemic – Drs. Shalu Pal And Millicent Knight
Myopia has been described by many as a global epidemic. Some of the keenest minds in eyecare have made it their mission to help fight the progression of myopia across the globe. In this episode, Dr. Shalu Pal and Dr. Millicent Knight, two of the foremost experts in myopia, discuss how EssilorLuxottica is working […]
