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Future Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 10: Building Your Optometry Brand with Dr. Diana NguyenIn this vibrant episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Dr. Alexa Hecht sit down with Dr. Diana Nguyen, a dynamic optometrist and rising star in dry eye and myopia control. From Ontario to Winnipeg to Vancouver, Dr. Nguyen shares her journey of building a loyal patient base, leveraging industry connections, and carving out a specialty niche as a young OD. Packed with practical tips and candid advice, this episode is a must-listen for students and new grads eager to thrive in private practice.Episode Highlights:Coast-to-Coast Connections: Amrit and Alexa dive into Dr...2025-07-2235 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 09 - Thriving in Rural Optometry with Dr. Amal AhmedIn this episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Dr. Alexa Hecht chat with Dr. Amal Ahmed, owner of Beaumont Eye Clinic, about her inspiring journey from associate to practice owner in a thriving rural community. From purchasing a 30-year-old practice in Beaumont, Alberta, to transforming it into a dry eye specialty hub, Dr. Ahmed shares practical tips for navigating practice acquisition and building trust in a small town. This lively discussion is packed with advice for students and new grads eyeing rural optometry or independent practice.Episode Highlights:Rainy Days, Big Dreams: Amrit and Alexa kick...2025-05-2534 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 08 - Crafting Unforgettable Patient Experiences with Dr. Kerry SalsbergIn this episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Dr. Alexa Hecht sit down with Dr. Kerry Salsberg to explore the art of creating unforgettable patient experiences in optometry. As a second-generation optometrist and owner of the renowned Eyes on Sheppard, Dr. Salsberg shares his 30-year journey from a small wartime house practice to a 10,000-square-foot clinic with nine doctors and 40 staff. This candid conversation dives into building trust, embracing technology like EMR systems, and staying ahead in a rapidly evolving profession.Episode Highlights:Sunny Sundays and Family Ties: Amrit and Alexa kick off with a warm...2025-04-2232 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 07 - Building Your Brand | Digital Marketing and Trust in Optometry with Dr. Harbir SianIn this episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Dr. Alexa Hecht welcome Dr. Harbir Sian to discuss the power of digital marketing and branding in optometry. From humble beginnings with a blog to owning multiple clinics and hosting the 2020 Podcast, Dr. Sian shares his journey of building and leveraging an online presence for practice success. This engaging conversation explores the evolution of social media, the integration of AI tools, and the timeless value of trust and community connection in growing a practice.Episode Highlights:From Blog to Broadcast: Dr. Sian recounts how a...2025-03-2440 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 06 - Mental Health in Optometry: Dr. Hansel Huang’s Journey to Authenticity and CoachingIn this episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Dr. Alexa Hecht sit down with Dr. Hansel Huang to explore the intersection of mental health and optometry. From navigating the pressures of optometry school to building a fulfilling career, Dr. Huang shares his personal evolution—from a fear-driven practitioner to an authentic practice owner and mental health coach. This candid conversation dives into imposter syndrome, the power of self-awareness, and creating a harmonious work environment that supports well-being for both practitioners and their teams.Episode Highlights:The NBEO Score Debacle: Amrit and Alexa kick off...2025-02-261h 06Future Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 05 - From the Big City to Small-Town Success: Dr. Sandra Chiu's Optometry JourneyThis episode, hosts Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Alexa Hecht dive deep into the inspiring career journey of Dr. Sandra Chiu, who made the bold transition from corporate optometry to owning and expanding a private practice in a small-town setting. Dr. Chiu's path offers invaluable insights into embracing change, tackling challenges, and finding professional fulfillment in unexpected places.Episode Highlights:Corporate to Private Practice: Dr. Chiu shares the pivotal moments that led her to leave a corporate optometry setting and invest in her own practice.Navigating the Pandemic: How COVID-19 reshaped her career perspective and prompted her to...2025-01-3032 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 04 - Navigating Residency with Dr. Jenny LeeWelcome to this insightful episode of Future Focus, The NextGEN OD, Canada Podcast, where we dive into the often-debated topic of navigating residency in optometry. This episode features a candid conversation with Dr. Jenny Lee, who recently completed a Pediatrics and Vision Therapy residency at the University of Waterloo. Together with your hosts, Dr. Amrit Bilkhu and Alexa Hecht, they explore the journey, challenges, and benefits of taking this specialized path.Episode Highlights:Why Choose a Residency: Jenny explains her motivation to pursue a residency and how it helped bridge the gap between academic learning and cl...2024-12-1732 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 03 - Mentorship for Optometry Students with Dr. Ritesh PatelIn this inspiring episode of the NextGEN OD Podcast, hosts Amrit and Alexa sit down with Dr. Ritesh Patel, a Toronto-based optometrist and industry leader, to discuss the transformative power of mentorship and the journey of building a private practice. With an impressive career that spans the U.S. and Canada, Dr. Patel brings invaluable insights for optometry students and new graduates alike.Key Highlights:The Importance of Mentorship: Dr. Patel emphasizes how mentorship accelerates professional growth by offering guidance, reducing common missteps, and providing a broader perspective on career development.Qualities of a Great Mentor: Pr...2024-11-2731 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 02 - Landing the Right Optometry JobIn the second episode of Future Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada Podcast, hosts Amrit and Alexa provide essential guidance for optometry students and new graduates navigating the job application and interview process. Drawing from their personal experiences, they share practical advice to help new optometrists make a lasting impression and secure the right opportunity.Key Topics Covered:The distinction between resumes and CVs, with tips on crafting a concise, visually appealing, and impactful resumeTechniques for showcasing unique clinical skills and making your personality shine through on paperThe importance of maintaining a professional LinkedIn profile and utilizing v...2024-11-1141 minFuture Focus: The NextGEN OD Canada PodcastEpisode 01 - Navigating Optometry Practice SettingsWelcome to the inaugural episode of Future Focus, The NextGEN OD, Canada Podcast. In this episode, we engage in a compelling discussion about various practice modalities in optometry, including corporate, private, and surgical settings. We delve deep into the differences in patient interactions, follow-up care, and the unique challenges faced by optometrists in these environments.Key Points Discussed:Patient Dynamics in Corporate Settings:Patients often prioritize expedience in services, such as acquiring glasses, over health concerns, leading to lower follow-up rates.Optometrists may experience a sense of disconnection...2024-10-0238 min
The Optometry Money PodcastFinancial Planning for Optometrists: Part Two (Guest Appearance on The Four Eyes Optometry Podcast)Questions? Thoughts? Send a Text to The Optometry Money Podcast!This episode plays Part 2 of Evon's recent guest appearance on the Four Eyes Optometry Podcast. Evon joins Lainey Bokhaut, CPA in Canada, as a guest to talk about foundational financial decisions optometrists need to make - especially as they transition from school to practice.We dive into the basics of different business entities for practices and independent contractors, the importance of disability and other types of insurance, what professionals should be involved in your life and when you should start working with them, and so m...2024-02-2947 minThe Optometry Money PodcastFinancial Planning for Optometrists: Part One (Guest Appearance on The Four Eyes Optometry Podcast)Questions? Thoughts? Send a Text to The Optometry Money Podcast!This episode plays Evon's recent guest appearance on the Four Eyes Optometry Podcast. In Part 1 of 2, Evon joins Lainey Bokhaut, CPA in Canada, as a guest to talk about foundational financial decisions optometrists need to make - especially as they transition from school to practice. We dive into debt decisions and how to tackle student loans, we talk about differences between retirement accounts and how to decide between them, we talk tradeoffs between investing and debt payments, and so much more!Huge thanks...2024-01-1049 min
The Dollars & Doctors ShowEpisode 7: Dr. Amrit Bilkhu - Podcasting, Suspecting Abuse, Pediatric Optometry, & Starting a Clinic!On today's episode, we interviewed Dr. Amrit Bilkhu. Dr. Bilkhu is an Optometrist in Ontario, the creator/co-host of the Four Eyes Optometry Podcast, and she is currently in the process of starting her own clinic! We discussed her background & education, the process of starting a podcast with her colleagues/friends, the power of harnessing your emotions as a Doctor, going the extra mile with patients, starting her own clinic, and much more! To stay up to date on future episodes, please subscribe to the podcast and be sure to follow all of White Coat Financial's social media pages so...2023-04-141h 13
Vision is More Than 20/20Healthy Visual Behaviors to Reduce Myopia Progression with Dr. Amrit BilkhuThe doctors are joined by Dr. Amrit Bilkhu to discuss all things myopia! We discuss lots of things in this episode; we highlight what myopia is, treatment options, nature vs. nature and healthy visual behaviors to reduce the risk of progression of myopia!Find Dr. Bilkhu:Dr. Amrit Bilkhu, OD, FAAO (@dr.amritbilkhu) • Instagram photos and videosBolton Eye ClinicFour Eyes Optometry Podcast – Giving you a clear view into the optometry world across Canada and the U.S.!Printable Baby Monthly Milestones for Vision Development | EtsyDigital Guid...2022-12-1338 minVision is More Than 20/200-12 Month Visual Milestones with Dr. Amrit BilkuThe doctors are joined by Dr. Amrit Bilkhu to highlight all the visual milestones that take place in the first year of life broken down by months! Find Dr. Bilkhu: Dr. Amrit Bilkhu, OD, FAAO (@dr.amritbilkhu) • Instagram photos and videosFour Eyes Optometry Podcast – Giving you a clear view into the optometry world across Canada and the U.S.!Printable Baby Monthly Milestones for Vision Development | EtsyDigital Guide for Children's Vision Skills and Learning | Etsy______________________________________________________________________________________Follow us @ Visionismorethan2020@twinforksoptometryFacebookInst...2022-05-0334 minVision is More Than 20/20Benefits of Vision Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury PatientsThis episode kicks off Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month! The Doctors are joined by Dr. Amrit Bilkhu to highlight signs/symptoms of visual issues following a TBI, the importance of early intervention of vision therapy in the TBI population, the overall benefits and the network of providers we work with for the best outcome for our patients!Find Dr. Bilkhu: Dr. Amrit Bilkhu, OD, FAAO (@dr.amritbilkhu) • Instagram photos and videosFour Eyes Optometry Podcast – Giving you a clear view into the optometry world across Canada and the U.S.!Printable Baby Mont...2022-03-0135 min
Nerdy Optometrist23. 1st Anniversary Special - Podcasters Chatter | Defocus Media, FourEyes, The 20/20 Podcast, Corporate Optometry NationWhat could be the better way to mark your 1st Anniversary, than to celebrate it with your colleagues, mentors and people who inspire you to do better ever single day. In this special episode, I had a privilege to strike a conversation with Dr. Darryl Glover Jr. and Dr. Jennifer Lyerly from Defocus Media; Dr. Harbir Sian from The 20/20 Podcast; Dr. Maria Simpalis from Corporate Optometry Nation & Dr. Deepon Kar, Dr. Amrit Bilkhu & Dr. Ravinder Randhawa from Four Eyes. We touch upon some interesting...2020-09-201h 08