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 […]
Episode 111 – GROUNDBREAKING AI Tech That Could Change Eyecare – Dr. Patrick Sauvageau
With all the discussion about AI, it is hard to know which technologies will actually have an impact on the eye care industry. However, there is one piece of AI-powered tech that is showing promise of shaking up not just eye care, but possibly many facets of all health care. In this episode, Dr. […]
Episode 110 – How To Discuss CLEAN BEAUTY With Your Patients – Dr. Claudine Courey
Dr. Claudine Courey returns to the podcast in the second part of this three-part series to discuss CLEAN BEAUTY. Aesthetic treatments and the use of cosmetics around the eyes are big topics. As patients are increasingly using potentially harmful products and getting treatments like lash extensions, it is vital for ECPs to get […]
Episode 109 – Myopia Management EXPERT – Dr. Devan Trischuk
In the second installment of this myopia management series sponsored by Hoya Vision Care Canada, Dr. Devan Trischuk shares his EXPERT insights into how he built the myopia side of his busy optometry practice. In this episode, we dive deeper into treatment protocols and how to prescribe different forms of myopia management. If you’re […]