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The Abundant ODPassion, Purpose & Persistence: Dr. Maria Sampalis Shares Her Optometry JourneyJoin us in this episode as we sit down with Dr. Maria Sampalis, a distinguished optometrist, thought leader, global speaker, and writer. With an extensive resume that includes running a private practice and leading corporate optometry groups, Dr. Sampalis shares her inspiring journey. We get into her passion for providing memorable patient experiences, the business aspects of optometry, and how she's given voice to doctors through corporate optometry groups. Learn about her strategic risk-taking, motivational advice for new practitioners, and her continuous efforts to drive the optometry industry forward. Don't miss out on thi...2025-05-1025 min
Ryan Reflects with Dr. Ryan CorteThe Rise and Growth of Corporate Optometry on Facebook with Dr. Maria SampalisDr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Maria Sampalis, a prominent figure in optometry, who shares her journey from a corporate optometry sublease to owning multiple practices. They discuss the evolution of corporate optometry, the importance of community among optometrists, and the future trends in the field. Dr. Sampalis emphasizes the significance of having a voice in the profession and offers valuable advice for new optometrists navigating their careers.Join Corporate Optometry on FacebookChapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Maria Sampalis03:01 Dr. Sampalis's Journey in Optometry05:49...2025-03-1330 min
Reframing Eye CareMEDPRO 360 at SECO: Dr. Maria Sampalis interviews Dr. Ted McElroy2023-04-2631 min
Optometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 14: Your practice-purchase checklistHear from Maria Sampalis, OD, on what to have on your checklist when purchasing a practice.2023-04-2602 min
WO VoicesDr. Maria Sampalis: Find Your Voice and Expand Your InfluenceMaria Sampalis, OD, is founder of Corporate Optometry on Facebook and practices optometry in Cranston, Rhode Island. She talks with WO about how she began to fill an information gap for corporate-affiliated ODs and where that has taken her, as well as what she has learned from the experience. 2023-04-2520 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 13: Things to look for in a practice when purchasingMaria Sampalis, OD, shares what she likes to look for in a practice when looking to purchase.2023-04-2102 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 12: Factors & indicators to watch out for when considering a practice purchaseAs we near the end of this practice management series, Maria Sampalis, OD, discusses factors and indicators to watch out for when considering a practice purchase.2023-04-1202 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 11: Knowing you're in a good place to purchase a practiceAs we continue our conversation on practice management, Maria Sampalis, OD, gives pointers on evaluating a practice for sale and how to know if you are in a good investment spot.2023-04-0501 min
Optometry Times On the AirEP10: PM: Getting started with marketingIn this week's podcast episode with Maria Sampalis, OD, shares how she got started with her practice's marketing.2023-03-2901 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 9: EP9: PM: Understanding the difference between branding & marketingIn this week's podcast episode with Maria Sampalis, OD, hear how to differentiate between branding and marketing.2023-03-2303 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 8: First steps to increase net revenueMaria Sampalis, OD, shares first steps to get started in increasing net revenue in your practice.2023-03-1501 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 7: Tips to succeed in increasing revenueContinuing the conversation on practice management, Maria Sampalis, OD, shares tips on how to succeed in increasing revenue.2023-03-0800 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 6: Importance of increasing revenueContinuing the conversation on practice management, Maria Sampalis, OD, shares why increasing revenue is important for a sustainable optometric practice.2023-03-0100 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 5: Utilizing digital platformsIn this episode of a practice management series, Maria Sampalis, OD, touches on digital platforms and the importance of utilizing them.2023-02-2201 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 5: Utilizing digital platformsIn this episode of a practice management series, Maria Sampalis, OD, touches on digital platforms and the importance of utilizing them.2023-02-2201 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 3: Reaching your target audienceIn this episode of a practice management series with Maria Sampalis, OD, hear how to reach your target audience.2023-02-0801 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 4: Online promotionsIn this episode of a practice management series with Maria Sampalis, OD, learn about different online promotions and how to put them into practice.2023-02-0801 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 2: Social media importanceIn this episode of a practice management series with Maria Sampalis, OD, learn about the importance of social media use as a local optometrist.2023-02-0101 minOptometry Times On the AirPractical management EP 1: Why having a brand is importantIn this first episode of a practice management series with Maria Sampalis, OD, learn about the importance of a brand for your optometric practice.2023-01-2501 min
Healthcare and Higher64. Maria Sampalis - Founder of the Corporate Optometry NetworkDr. Maria Sampalis is the Founder of Corporate Optometry Network, a nationwide group dedicated to empowering corporate optometrists. She works to promote leadership skills, business acumen and professional networking for over 65,000 eye care providers through her blogs, events and consulting services. Dr. Sampalis started the Corporate Optometry Network in 2015 which now includes Corporate Optometry Careers, Corporate OD Insider magazine and Corporate OD Alliance. She also serves on the editorial advisory board for both Optometry Times and Opthalmology360.com. In addition, she continues to see patients at several independently owned practices. Dr. Sampalis graduated with her Doctorate degree from the...2023-01-1356 min
Latte MoneyEmbracing Your Entrepreneurial Spirit with Dr. Maria SampalisRecently, I did a call to action in a Facebook Group dedicated to women in Optometry (shout out to you, OD Divas)! I asked if anyone had any experiences that they would like to share regarding a toxic or negative work environment. I was shocked by the amount of my fellow colleagues that reached out to me and the experiences about how they were wronged in the industry. I believe these stories of women in Optometry need to be told. That is why Latte Money is starting a series called: Seeing Our Truth. This series is dedicated...2022-10-1338 min
Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry GelbEp 87 - Dr. Maria Sampalis "The Influence Of Social Media"Dr. Sampalis graduated from New England College of Optometry in 2007. Dr Sampalis' social media influence reaches 65k eye care professionals all over the world. She is the Founder of Corporate Optometry on Facebook, which has over 31,000 members. She has also founded Corporate Optometry and Corporate Optometry Careers. She is a trailblazer in the industry changing how Corporate optometry is viewed in the industry and giving Corporate ODs a voice in the industry. She was Young OD of the Year in Rhode Island in 2016, Vision Monday's Influential Woman in Optometry in 2019 and World Council of Optometry Eye Care Hero 2020. Dr Sampalis...2022-10-0328 min
Nerdy Optometrist47. Women in Leadership with Dr. Charissa Lee, Dr. Maria Sampalis, Dr. Jameel Rizwana Hussaindeen & Ms. Minh Anh TranWith only 4% of women in leadership roles, this International Women’s Day, I had a privilege to speak with these amazing global leaders, who have paved incredible paths for other women to follow. In this conversation we touch upon important topics like: 1️⃣How did they choose these paths? 2️⃣What were there major challenges? 3️⃣How do they overcome their mommy guilt? 4️⃣How can we all together increase representation of women in leadership roles? & much more...Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "🥁This Or That game segment🥁" to lea...2022-03-081h 21
WO VoicesInfluencers in Health Care: Optometry RisingHear the panel discussion on how optometrists can help advance access to health care and the profession . This session, moderated by Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth, joined by Dr. Kristen Brown, Dr. Maria Sampalis and Dr. Breanne McGhee, was recorded at the Women's Leadership Conference, held in conjunction with the American Academy of Optomery in Boston on Nov. 2, 2021. Platinum sponsors of the conference were Alcon, Allergan, CooperVision and EssilorLuxottica. Supporting sponsors were RVL Pharmaceuticals, Tarsus and Zeiss. 2021-11-2921 min
EyetrepreneurCorporate OD tips to open a private practiceInterview of Perry by Dr. Maria Sampalis of Corporate Optometry Facebook group.Many young ODs start in corporate optometry and learn so much, some will continue to grow within a sublease opportunity while others use it as a starting point to open a private practice. Listen in to learn how to start a successful optical, how to purchase frames and make lens selections in your practice to maximize profits without seeing so many patients per day!Get Opti-Xpres online formsText Perry at 913-349-5436 for anything eyecare.
2021-11-2645 min
OWA Talks PodcastOvercoming Failure to Reach Success Dr. Maria SampalisThe past few years have placed many of us in tough situations with no easy answers. Some of us have had to rethink our ideas of what matters most in our personal and professional lives. Dr. Maria Sampalis, our featured podcast guest for November, emphasizes the importance of adopting healthy behaviors and strategies to overcome failed moments, allowing us to persevere through the tough times and successfully reach our goals.Dr. Sampalis graduated from New England College of Optometry in 2007. She is the Founder of Corporate Optometry on Facebook, which has over 30,000 members. She has...2021-11-1722 min
EyetrepreneurCorporate Optometry Facts, Fiction, & KnowledgeInterview with Dr. Maria Sampalis who's an influential corporate optometry leader. She famously created the Corporate Optometry Facebook group to give these docs and staff members a voice. Given the choice of commercial or private, all things the same with salary and everything else, why should any OD choose corporate?Do corporate docs feel this is another form of private practice?Does practicing in a corporate setting change the morals of the optometrists in terms of how they provide care (customer vs patient)?Can someone who has worked in a commercial setting for 10 years make the transition from a tr...2021-10-1158 min
Practice AdvantageThe Practice Efficiency Series Part 3: Efficiency in Pretesting with Your TeamOn this episode, we talk with Dr. Maria Sampalis on ways to build a more efficient practice in the areas of pretesting with your team. Key Takeaways:Engage your team with their ideas for improving your pretesting process. Host regular meetings to do this. Schedule optimization is critical to practice efficiency. Put an emphasis on cross training your team. Each team member should be skilled enough to jump in across departments to build efficiency and serve patients. Don't be afraid to jump in to work up the patient yourself when needed. Time your team members through the...2021-06-0721 min
EyeCode MediaDr. Maria Sampalis - Navigating Corporate OptometryShow Sponsor: CooperVision
Dr Maria Sampalis graduated from New England College of Optometry in 2007. She has a corporate practice with For Eyes and a private practice in RI.
Dr Sampalis serves on the Board of Health in RI and other advisory boards throughout the country. Dr Sampalis was named young OD of the year in RI in 2016. She recently was named the Most Influential Woman in Optometry by Vision Monday and Eye Care Hero by the World Council of Optometry.
Dr Sampalis hosts the Corporate Optometry FB group that has over 30k eye care professionals. Her social media network reaches 60k...2021-01-1849 min
Nerdy Optometrist18. Empowering women with Dr. Maria Sampalis"Nothing is impossible to a determined women"An inspiring story of Dr. Maria Sampalis who was able to create a wavy in corporate optometry by providing a platform and voice to all the optometrist in USA. Dr. Maria Sampalis graduated from New England College of Optometry and was named Young OD of the Year by the Rhode Island Optometric Association in 2016. 2019 Vision Monday most influential woman in Optical. Being the founder of the famous Corporate Optometry Facebook group with 28,000+ members, she shares how going against the tide can be difficult and...2020-06-1429 min
The JRHEUM PodcastApril 2020 Editor's PicksThe Journal of Rheumatology's Editor-in-Chief Earl Silverman talks about this month's selection of articles that are most relevant to the clinical rheumatologist.
This month’s selections include:
Toward Defining Primary and Secondary Nonresponse in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Treated with Anti-TNF: Results from the BioTRAC and OBRI Registries by Edward C. Keystone, Emmanouil Rampakakis, Mohammad Movahedi, Angela Cesta, Melissa Stutz, John S. Sampalis, Francois Nantel, Karina Maslova and Claire Bombardier DOI: https://doi.org/10.3899/jrheum.190102
Insurance Payer Type and Patient Income Are Associated with Outcomes after Total Shoulder Arthroplasty by Jasvinder A. Singh and John D. Cleveland DOI: https://doi.org/10.3899/jr...2020-04-1715 minThe JRHEUM PodcastAugust 2019 Editor's PicksThe Journal of Rheumatology's Editor-in-Chief Earl Silverman talks about this month's selection of articles that are most relevant to the clinical rheumatologist.
This months selections include:
Economic Burden among Commercially Insured Patients with Systemic Sclerosis in the United States
Zhou Zhou, Yanni Fan, Wenxi Tang, Xinyue Liu, Darren Thomason, Zheng-Yi Zhou, Dendy Macaulay and Aryeh Fischer DOI: https://doi.org/10.3899/jrheum.180445
Effect of Concomitant Disease-modifying Antirheumatic Drugs and Methotrexate Administration Route on Biologic Treatment Durability in Rheumatoid Arthritis: OBRI Cohort Results
Arthur N. Lau, J. Carter Thorne, Mohammad Movahedi, Emmanouil Rampakakis, Angela Cesta, Xiuying Li, Sandra Couto, John Sampalis, Claire...2019-08-0612 min
Power Hour OptometryThe Power Hour 10/3/18Ever consider corporate optometry? Dr. Maria Sampalis, founder of Corporate Optometry Facebook group and website , joins the show this week to provide an insider's view.2018-10-0840 min
WO VoicesDr. Maria Sampalis: Push Through the FearMaria Sampalis, OD, of Cranston, Rhode Island, recently released her book, Finding Your Best Potential Future Self Now. She discusses the importance of taking risks - large and small - as a step in personal development2018-09-0313 min