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The MOD PodIn Consideration of House Calls and OD-to-OD ReferralsThis month on The MOD Pod, Cecelia Koetting, OD, FAAO, Dipl ABO, invites Damaris Raymondi, OD, FAAO, and Jason Besecker, OD, MS, to discuss their recent articles in Modern Optometry. Have a listen as Dr. Raymondi shares extra details about the patient experience that opened her eyes to the transformative effect that offering at-home visits can have on a patient's life. Dr. Besecker then explains why being receptive to OD-to-OD referrals enables clinicians to do what they do best—whether that be specialize in scleral lenses or dry eye or provide full scope care—while serving the best interests of th...2024-04-0336 min

Eyes UpLow Vision and Academia with Dr. Parres WrightFrom optometric technician to low vision specialist Dr. Parres Wright walks us through her career and the mindset shifts needed to achieve her goals. She’s so encouraging that I also share all about my new endeavors in optometry. If you are trying to complete your fellowship this is the episode that you need to listen to. The road is not easy but someone is going to do it, why not you! Say Hi to Dr. Parres Wright instagram.com/dr.wrightisright wrighttosight@gmail.com Say Hi to me, Host of Eyes Up Dr. Damaris Raymondi instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc instagram.co...2022-07-2456 min

WO VoicesDiversity Panel: Keep Conversation - and Action - GoingIn the second part of this discussion on diversity in optometry, moderator Ruth Shoge, OD, MPH, FAAO, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at University of California Berkeley; Camille Cohen, OD, a Pearle Vision licensed operator in Brooklyn, New York; Damaris Raymondi, OD, of New York City, social media influencer and podcaster; Sathi Maiti, OD, a clinical research fellow at Periman Eye Institute in Seattle, Washington; Monique Mohammed, OD, MS, an ocular disease and primary care optometry resident; and Nia Ebrahim, a student at State University of New York College of Optometry student, talk about the promising signs of ch...2022-03-3032 min

WO VoicesA Roundtable on Diversity: Representation MattersIn this powerful roundtable discussion, five optometrists and one optometry student share their stories of the pressures of being first-generation Americans in optometry school and how and why representation matters. Hear from moderator Ruth Shoge, OD, MPH, FAAO, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at University of California Berkeley; Camille Cohen, OD, a Pearle Vision licensed operator in Brooklyn, New York; Damaris Raymondi, OD, of New York City, social media influencer and podcaster; Sathi Maiti, OD, a clinical research fellow at Periman Eye Institute in Seattle, Washington; Monique Mohammed, OD, MS, who is currently an ocular disease and prima...2022-03-2147 min

Eyes UpDental Dreams with Dr. Melissa TorresDentists are the cousins of Optometry! In this Eyes Up episode we hear from Dr. Melissa Torres who started out her career as dental assistant and was able to keep fighting for her dreams and is now a dentist. We learn from her that if you’re scared and fearful of doing something then you know you are doing something right. We also chat about the eye tooth connection and how certain dental conditions can also manifest as ocular conditions. Connect with Dr. Torres instagram.com/drmelissatorres inquiries@drmelissatorres.com Questions or Just to Say Hi instagram.com/eyesuppod eyesuppod@gm...2022-02-2734 min

Eyes UpVisual Eye Appeal with Dr. MooreOn this episode we sit down with Dr. Candice Moore, an optometrist and founder of her very own cosmetics line, Visual Eye Appeal. Visual Eye Appeal is a health & beauty brand that combines Dr. Moore’s passions for beauty and eye health and her makeup can be seen on the album cover of the talented Snoh Aalegra. We talk about how optometry is a flexible profession that allows us to pursue many different paths and we chat about what it feels like forging that new path. Original Episode with Dr. Moore https://po...2021-08-0824 min

Eyes UpGaming and Dry EyeArtificial blue light from screen time negatively impacts your sleep and health. BluTech is the gold standard for blue light protection. Standard coatings block 9% of harmful blue light. BluTech lenses block up to 59% of blue light. 98% of users noticed “significant sleep improvement”. 65% saw “significant reduction in headaches and migraines”. Check out ClearVision’s “turnkey program” to learn more and visit https://info.cvoptical.com/cvobt Let’s Chat instagram.com/eyesuppod eyesuppod@gmail.com 2021-06-2816 min

Eyes UpPharmacy Things with Dr. AndradeDr. Andrade is a pharmacist who is passionate about medication education for our patients. As we get to know her we also learn about how we can further help our patients and the how just might surprise you. Get Dr. Andrade’s Planner https://rxcpco.com/shop Connect with Dr. Andrade instagram.com/drwendyandrade contact@rxcpco.com 2021-06-2129 min

Profitable Content with JawspeaksdigitalDr Damaris Raymondi opens our eyesHey, it's your girl Jessica and I'm back but on this episode I'm joined by my good friend Cathy E Smith to talk to Dr and podcaster Damaris all about our eyes. We may think that blue light is the thing we should most be worried about but with the constant use of screens Dr Raymondi lifts the lid on how our work could be ruining our eyesight. Don't worry though, she comes with advice on how to stop it happening. I LOVE helping you use technology to share your expertise online. Su...2021-06-1659 min

Eyes UpMini-CapstoneI was invited to speak on the panel for the SUNY Optometry Capstone event for the graduating Class of 2021 and I share some of the advice I gave out on that panel right here on Eyes Up.2021-05-2409 min

Eyes UpBigger Dreams with Dr. CohenDr. Camille Cohen never thought she would be a practice owner until an opportunity presented itself. She quickly said no but had life had other plans. In this episode we learn about her career path in optometry and in true Eyes Up fashion we also speak on the unspeakable, failing NBEO optometry boards. Connect with Dr. Cohen instagram.com/drcamillefcohenoptometry https://eyedoctors.pearlevision.com/ny/brooklyn/95-seventh-ave.html drcamillefcohenoptometry.com Career Advice/Questions/Feedback? instagram.com/eyesuppod eyesuppod@gmail.com 2021-05-0929 min

Eyes UpLife UpdateIf you have been waiting for a sign this is it.2021-04-2608 min

Eyes UpDecoding Optometry Job ListingsLearn how to read betweeen the lines of optometry job listings. Remember, a posted optometrist job description doubles as a reflection of the practice. If you have any questions about today’s episode or my journey send me email me at eyesuppod@gmail.com 2021-04-1815 min

Eyes UpIntuitive Eating with Dr. YamiPassionate plant-based board-certified pediatrician, health and wellness coach, TEDx speaker, and host of Veggie Doctor Radio Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster shares her journey with us and how that led to opening her very own practice, Nourish Wellness. As an expert in her field she introduces us to intuitive eating and healthism, and how we as optometrists can talk to our patients about these concepts. Connect with Dr. Yami instagram.com/thedoctoryami doctoryami.com veggiefitkids.com Veggie Doctor Radio Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/veggie-doctor-radio/id1289089021 Dr. Yami on the TEDx Stage https://youtu.be/yIA9gAtabmg Let’s Chat Ab...2021-04-1137 min

Eyes UpIs Optometry a Dying Profession?Optometry is booming. As our population grows and becomes older there is going to be a greater need for optometrists. Let’s keep on evolving to help more patients and put an end to preventable vision loss. Dr. Blake Kuwahara, OD blakekuwahara.com Dr. Candice Moore, OD shopvea.com GSLS Global Specialty Lens Conference https://na.eventscloud.com/website/2486/future-meetings/ Woo University https://www.drstephaniewoo.com/woo-university-webinars Eyes Up episodes mentioned on today’s show: Medical Optometry with Dr. Sherman https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-up/id1482422987?i=1000486881549 Chance Favors the Prepared with Dr. Calderón-Villanueva https://podcasts.apple.com/u...2021-04-0414 min

Eyes UpA Tale of Three Practices with Dr. PatinoMulti-practice owner Dr. Lucia Patino shares with us her journey in private practice optometry and yes it all starts in Queens, New York. She is also the very first optometrist that I ever shadowed who introduced me to the incredible world of eye care. We discuss how for first-generation folks like ourselves failure is not an option and that the biggest moves in our lives happen years after graduating. Connect with Dr. Patino patinoeyecareny.com instagram.com/patino_eyecare drlpatino@gmail.com Let’s Chat About Eyes Up instagram.com/eyesuppod eyesuppod@gmail.com 2021-03-2829 min

Eyes UpWhy Your Eye Health is ImportantYour eye health is important and all of us in optometry are here to help. American Optometric Association https://www.aoa.org/assets/documents/EBO/Systemic-Conditions-Ocular-Visual-Manifestations.pdf Find an Optometrist infantsee.org thinkaboutyoureyes.com Eyes Up on Social instagram.com/eyesuppod twitter.com/eyesuppod 2021-03-2116 min

Eyes UpMental Health with Leslie Garcia, LCSWIf you’re curious about starting your therapy journey then this episode is for you. Leslie Garcia, LCSW is the owner of Counseling Space in Queens, NY and we start off the episode discussing our identities, being Latina, Afro-Latina and, primarily, being phenomenal women. We explore her career in mental health, how she opened her own practice, and we spend some time discovering the actionable steps that we can take to prevent burnout as healthcare professionals. Y hablamos sobre la importancia de la salud mental en la comunidad latina. Register for The Write Therapy: A Guided Journaling Workshop mywritetherapy.com Co...2021-03-1429 min

Eyes UpOptometry Contracts 101Let me know if you are hearing this out of only one headphone or any other sound issues, still full of valuable information that you’ll only hear on Eyes Up. Do not take on a position or sign an optometry contract until you listen to this episode. My Podcast Survey https://di6dvkagf4w.typeform.com/to/jKe66BzH Eyes Up on Instagram instagram.com/eyesuppod Episode I did with my mentor Dr. Dawson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyes-up/id1482422987?i=1000500710228 #FreeBritney 2021-03-0718 min

MedspectivesEyes - The Windows Into Your Health with Dr. Damaris @newyorkeyedocToday we're joined by Dr. Damaris Raymondi, an optometrist in New York City. She is extremely passionate about her field, and during our conversation, she shares her story into optometry, the real importance of a yearly eye exam, medical conditions you can see through the eye, and more. Known as @newyorkeyedoc online, Dr. Damaris extends this passion for medical education as she spreads her knowledge about the eye through her platform, and she actually also has a podcast called Eyes Up, where she invites guests from all kind of different backgrounds to discuss the field of optometry. This was...2021-03-0142 min

Eyes UpMemories and Subleases with Dr. CortesDr. Stephanie Cortes and I reminisce on what it has been like going from being optometry students to becoming seasoned optometrists and in the second half of this episode she introduces us to the big and incredible world of subleases. Our topic en Español this week is all about presbyopia ¡La Presbicia! My Listener Survey Enter to Win a $50 AMEX Gift Card https://di6dvkagf4w.typeform.com/to/jKe66BzH Connect with Dr. Cortes instagram.com/stephaniecortesod corteseyecare.com Optometry Classifieds odspecs.com Eyes Up on Social instagram.com/eyesuppod twitter.com/eyesuppod 2021-02-2837 min

Eyes UpLet’s Go! with Dr. DuranDr. Jessica Duran and I often wonder, how did we do it? We find ourselves in awe of having this fulfilling career as optometrists and being able to take care of people’s eyes because in our situations as first-gens we didn’t necesarily have college aspirations but luckily someone saw us and our potential and said “Hey, you can do this”. We also talk about how when you first graduate it’s hard to find a full time position with benefits. When practicing in big cities we often have to piece together our schedule. Because of this we can become loy...2021-02-2135 min

Eyes UpA New ChapterThank you so much for listening to my optometry podcast please fill out this listener survey for a chance to win a $50 AMEX gift card ⬇️ https://di6dvkagf4w.typeform.com/to/jKe66BzH Eyes Up on Social instagram.com/eyesuppod https://twitter.com/eyesuppod Connect with Dr. Raymondi instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc 2021-02-1503 min

Eyes UpGlaucoma and CataractsWhat is glaucoma? What are cataracts? ¿Qué es el Glaucoma? ¿Qué son las Cataratas? I go over analogies to best describe these conditions to our patients and I teach you how to say all of this in Spanish too! Espero que estén aprendiendo mucho con este contenido en Español. This podcast is for educational purposes only. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2021-02-0820 min

Eyes UpFive Questions to Ask Your PatientsDeveloping rapport with your patients leads to better health outcomes. I go over five questions that you can start asking of your patients that will completely change how you practice optometry. This episode is also a mini-lesson on clinical Spanish para aprender mas Español. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2021-01-3118 min

Eyes UpHow To Prepare For Your COVID-19 VaccineI prepare you for your COVID-19 vaccine appointment by sharing my experience and my side effects. Los ultimos minutos del podcast son en Español. Let’s take back our city. One vaccination at a time. Recuperemos nuestra ciudad. Una vacuna a la vez. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a health care professional. Because of unique individual needs, the listener should consult his or her personal physician to determine the appropriateness of the information for their situation. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I wan...2021-01-2625 min

Eyes UpThe Ocular Transmission of COVID-19Keeping Eyes Safe From COVID-19: What Works? https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/942606 The Ocular Manifestations and Transmission of COVID-19: Recommendations for Prevention https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7205711/ Información en Español sobre la transmisión del coronavirus a través de los ojos empieza en minuto 13:18 For Clarity: When I’m seeing patients I wear an N95. Outside of work I wear a surgical disposable mask.2021-01-1016 min

Eyes UpHappy New Year with Dr. RoseFun gab session with Dr. Carly Rose where we talk about what we went through as optometrists in 2020, our social media journeys, and our hopes for 2021. Dr. Rose’s TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJnuY9yT/ Connect with Dr.Rose instagram.com/doctorrosetalks instagram.com/eyecareonthesquare If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2021-01-0318 min

Eyes UpChance Favors The Prepared with Dr. Calderón-VillanuevaThe chief of primary care at SUNY University Eye Center shares with us her beginnings and how that helped her design her own career in optometric academia. We talk about our identities as Latinas, learn some clinical Spanish and discuss what can changes could be made so that we can have more representation in doctorate programs. Stay tuned until the end where she answers what is the most common mistake that she sees young ODs, like myself, make and what we can do about it. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you...2020-12-2735 min

Eyes UpBell’s Palsy and the COVID-19 VaccineThe CDC said that it would monitor vaccine recipients for Bell’s palsy but also said that the COVID-19 vaccines don’t appear to cause the condition. The FDA will also track data on facial paralysis cases as vaccines are administered to patients. Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Handout cvdvaccine.com Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Handout fda.gov/media/144434/download #eyesonattackontitan This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a health care professional. Because of unique individual needs, the listener should consult his or her personal physician to determine the appropriateness of the...2020-12-2015 min

Eyes UpDiabetic Eye Disease and the Latinx CommunityLatinx adults have a 50% chance of developing diabetes as well higher rates of diabetes-related blindness. This vision loss is preventable and a large part of prevention involves patient education. In this episode I’ll be discussing the disease process and I’ll be providing you with a patient script en Español so we can better help our patients understand their diagnosis and keep their eyesight for life. Las complicaciones de la diabetes nos afectan más fuertemente a nosotros los latinos incluyendo la pérdida de la vision. Pero todo esto es prevenible si educamos a nuestros pacientes. This is for...2020-12-1325 min

Eyes UpColor Vision DeficienciesColor vision deficiencies, or color blindness, are really common at least 1 in 20 people have some form of it! This episode covers the basics on color blindness, my hot takes on enchroma glasses, and of course a spanish segment en español where you can learn some talking points to be used while educating your spanish-speaking patients. This is for educational purposes only. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2020-12-0619 min

Eyes UpHome is Where The Practice is with Dr. DawsonBecoming a business owner was not part of Dr. Dawson’s five-year plan but as her career in optometry evolved she realized that the best way to serve patients in a way that is fulfilling and with integrity is to set your own rules, in your own home. Listen in as Dr. Dawson explains her path to becoming an optometry practice owner in a very unique setting. Connect with Dr. Dawson instagram.com/justeyesoptometry hello@justeyesoptometry.com Dr. Dawson’s Ossining Optometry Practice justeyesoptometry.com 60 Revolutionary Road Ossining, NY 10562 Tel (914) 207-9555 If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want...2020-11-2927 min

Eyes UpCountdown to Opening Her Practice with Dr. KaurThe excitement is building up as we start counting down the days until Dr. Gurpinder Kaur opens the doors to Bonney Lake Eye Care! Opening day is on Nov 16 and in this episode we sit down and reflect on her career path and the various pivotal points that led her from private practice, to academic optometry to now the new chapter of practice ownership. Connect with Dr. Kaur instagram.com/gurpinder.eyedoc instagram.com/bonneylakeeyecare drkaur@bonneylakeeyecare.com Dr. Kaur’s Bonney Lake Optometry Practice bonneylakeeyecare.com 20069 State Route 410 E Bonney Lake, WA 98391 Tel (253) 793-1588 If you enjoyed listening to th...2020-11-0926 min

Eyes UpHow She Opened Her Optometry Practice with Dr. JohnsonI catch up with Dr. Tyah Johnson and we talk about how she got to this point in her career and she maps out for us the exact steps she took when opening up her very own private practice, Bespoke Eye Care, that is now celebrating its 4 month anniversary! This is a 17 minute episode that is part of my 6-month follow-up series. Connect with Dr. Johnson instagram.com/curlyoptometrist instagram.com/bespoke2020eyes Dr. Johnson’s Dallas Optometry Practice bespoke2020.com 6757 Arapaho Road Suite 707 Dallas, Texas Tel (972) 703-9070 Our episode we did back in April https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...2020-10-2517 min

Eyes UpTenacity with Dr. AcevedoWe are getting to know our colleagues at a deeper level one podcast at a time. This time we interview residency trained optometrist Dr. Cristina Acevedo. She knew she wanted to pursue the field of optometry at a young age when she saw her grandfather slowly go blind from unmanaged diabetes. She wanted to prevent others from going through the same thing and she was determined to succeed. We learn about how things are going for her and her family now during the pandemic and she offers all of us words of wisdom to live by in our lifelong pursuit...2020-10-1226 min

Eyes Up6-Month Follow-Up with Dr. Garza OffoegbuIn this series we catch up with previous guests and see how they are doing now. Back in March Dr. Garza Offoegbu was starting to build out her very own optometric practice. We learned about her life and what drives her to achieve her goals. We said our goodbyes and little did we know that in a few days the world as we knew it would change forever. Today Eyes of Cresta Bella is celebrating their 2 month anniversary and Dr. Garza Offoegbu sat down with me to tell me about what opening a private practice is really like and I...2020-09-2722 min

Eyes UpBlue Light Glasses and Screen TimeIn today’s episode I give you a glimpse into what it’s like being my patient and I share with you what I tell my patients when they ask me about blue light blocking glasses and screen time. And I also share with you my explanation in Spanish! I hope you get to refresh your Español with this episode especially in terms of patient education. Español starts at 17:24 If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or lea...2020-09-1322 min

Eyes UpAn Optometrist Grows in QueensThis episode is a little different because I’m interviewing myself! So you’ll get to know me a little better. I add in more details that I have not covered previously and I go into things that I have learned while navigating my career in optometry. I also cover tips that have helped me become a better clinician by: 1. Being Curious 2. Keeping it Simple 3. Being Honest If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voic...2020-08-2336 min

Eyes UpThe Real World with Dr. HashmiDr. Hashmi is an optometrist and my dear friend. In this episode we sit down and reflect on our past experiences and she offers us real world advice on how to navigate the various career-altering decisions that working optometrists need to make. Connect with Dr. Hashmi instagram.com/jeelezara saarahashmi.od@gmail.com If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2020-08-1659 min

Eyes UpDetermination with Joseph Hurtado, PA-CPart of why becoming a healthcare professional is so amazing is that you have to overcome a lot of obstacles in order to achieve your goals. In this episode I sit down my paisano, Joseph Hurtado PA-C and we talk about his personal path to success, our shared Peruvian heritage, we learn about the indigenous language of Peru, Quechua, we go over what a Physician Assistant can do, and he shares with us how gratitude and inspiration help him with patient care every day. Connect with Joseph instagram.com/joe.friendly.pa jhurtadopac@gmail.com Greedo Speaking in Quechua 1 Minute...2020-08-0937 min

Eyes UpMedical Optometry with Dr. ShermanDr. Suzanne Sherman, OD, FAAO is an Attending at New York Presbyterian - Columbia and she specializes in complex and medically necessary contact lens fittings. In this episode we get to learn more about her career path and we walk away with insight on what life is like for a working optometrist and how we can always find inspiration in furthering our career development because of how unique and exciting optometry is as a profession. Questions for Dr. Sherman sshermanod@gmail.com Severe Chronic Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia–Associated Ptosis Successfully Treated With Scleral Lenses https://journals.lww.com/jneuro-ophthalmology/Citation/9000/Se...2020-08-0235 min

Eyes UpPerseverance and Transparency with Dr. RamirezTogether, with our experiences and existence, we are rewriting the narrative of what it means to be a Latinx kid from Queens. Dr. Ramirez shares with us how being exposed to healthcare as a career early on allowed her to see herself becoming a doctor as a possibility. And since she is a new grad we discuss what the job market looks like for optometrists right now. Resources: https://www.sunyopt.edu/education/admissions/cstep http://www.nysed.gov/postsecondary-services/collegiate-science-and-technology-entry-program-cstep http://www.shpep.org Connect with Dr. Cledis Ramirez: instagram.com/vegacl17 https://www.linkedin.com/in/cledis-ramirez-5418a2170 ...2020-07-2639 min

Eyes UpThe COVID-19 Crisis in Black and Latinx Families with Dr. ContrerasDr. Contreras is a frontline healthcare hero who is providing medical care to Black and Latinx communities, communities that have found themselves disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. We explore the reasons why our communities are more likely to contract COVID-19 as well as tackle the question of whether children should go back to school in-person or continue with online learning. A segment of the espisode is en ESPAÑOL entonces si hablas Español or if you want to test your Spanish comprehension Español starts at 21:15 To hear more from Dr. Contreras check her out on the following lin...2020-07-1932 min

Eyes UpOvercoming the Odds with Dr. CarrSometimes we need to sit down and have a heart to heart about all that has happened in our lives and reflect on what it took for us to become a doctor. In this episode Dr. Carr shares her life experiences with us and we explore what changes need to happen early on in a child’s life in order for there to be more Black optometrists. If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a vo...2020-07-1238 min

Eyes UpAnnouncement For My Podcast SubscribersBrand new episodes coming Sunday July 12! If you enjoy listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me with any feedback instagram.com/newyorkeyedoc or leave me a voice message ⬇️2020-06-2801 min

Eyes UpCareer Path and Identity with Dr. RuzickaDr. Ruzicka’s career in optometry is off to an amazing start. She shares with us her journey and also walks us through the scope of optometry in the many states she has practiced in. Because we are living through such a historic movement the latter half of this episode is dedicated to having a conversation that explores what identity is and we get into some tough love because that’s the only way we can learn and grow. And a special surprise for you, we did a section of this episode in Spanish! Español starts at 16:45 instagram.com/eyebu...2020-06-2123 min

Eyes UpBright Eyes On The Future with Dr. Bonilla-WarfordAs if being an optometrist, a practice owner and a father wasn’t enough Dr. Bonilla-Warford doesn’t just sit back and watch life happen but instead he brings main character energy and innovation to everything that he does. His passion for children’s vision inspires me and I hope he inspires you too. Dr. Bonilla-Warford’s TikTok https://vm.tiktok.com/J153YvY/ Dr. Bonilla-Warford in Forbes Magazine https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyclay/2012/04/15/cities-around-the-world-prepare-to-celebrate-foursquare-day-on-april-16/ Bright Eyes Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bright-eyes-podcast-advice-for-healthy-vision-for-all/id1257317229 Contact Dr. Bonilla-Warford doc@brighteyestampa.com instagram.com/brighteyestampa If you enjoyed listening to this...2020-06-1434 min

Eyes UpHow I Built This with Dr. MalaniWhen Dr. Malani began to look for better candle options and couldn’t find any she decided to start making them herself and thus Scrumptious Wicks was born. As an optometrist she learned that the beginning of any journey is the hardest and that your dreams can lead you to unexpected destinations. Her company just celebrated it’s 3rd anniversary and we get to learn more about her story on today’s show. instagram.com/scrumptiouswicks scrumptiouswicks.com If you enjoyed listening to this optometry podcast I want to get to know you. Please follow me on Instagram and DM me wit...2020-06-0829 min

Eyes UpOrganized Optometry with Dr. TranToday we get to know the president of the Optometric Society of New York, Dr. Thuy Tran. We cover what it’s like working at an ophthalmology practice in New York and, since she is also the site’s externship program supervisor, she educates us on what to look for when choosing externship rotations. She’s also a photographer that takes fantastic views of our beautiful city and we speak on how optometry inspired her photography. Spoiler alert she uses a Canon DSLR EOS 5D Mark IV. And we answer the million dollar question, why should we care or be member...2020-05-3138 min

Eyes UpOn the Frontlines of the Coronavirus Crisis in New York with Dr. Kirzner21,216 lives have been lost in NYC. The future of our city is unknown and while the number of hospitalizations and deaths are decreasing we just aren’t in the clear. I wanted to learn more about what was happening in the frontlines and who better to learn from than Dr. Kirzner, who is double-board certified in anesthesiology and obesity medicine. 3:35 Dr. Kirzner kindly walks us through her medical school journey, specific reasons why she went into anesthesiology, and what her responsibilities entail. 13:20 We also go into her role as a specialized healthcare provider during the coronavirus pandemic in NYC. We ta...2020-05-2432 min

Eyes UpBecoming a Vitreoretinal Surgeon with Dr. HenaoDr. Henao is extremely passionate about ophthalmology and she is about to complete her vitreoretinal fellowship. Naturally I got curious, which is why she is my guest on this episode. We start off by having a discussion about our backgrounds and identities as latinx women and turns out we have soo much in common. Dr. Henao then goes into a deep dive about her career path, how she was determined to get into medical school, the steps she took to match into her ophthalmology residency and her vitreoretinal fellowship. This right here is why you do not want to miss...2020-05-1736 min

Eyes UpWhat is Direct Primary Care? with Dr. CaraballoDo you have a PCP? I don’t anymore lol. I called my doctor’s office a few months ago only to find out that they moved! So right now I’m looking and I remembered that Dr. Caraballo is a PCP whose practice runs on different model called Direct Primary Care, DPC. I wanted to learn more about it so I reached out to her for this episode. We explore the DPC model, why it’s better for doctors, patients (including those who are unable to obtain insurance) and our healthcare system. She shares with us what it means for her...2020-05-1029 min

Eyes UpOn the Frontlines of the Coronavirus Crisis in Ecuador with Dr. MoránDr. Morán is a Miami-based physician who actually finds herself right now in Ecuador’s port city of Guayaquil, treating COVID-19 patients on the frontlines. Guayaquil is the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in Latin America. And the crisis is a lot worse than what the reported numbers of cases and deaths show which is what Dr. Morán discusses with us today. We talk about patient zero, the role of social media during this pandemic and the truth of what’s really happening in Ecuador. She shares inspiring words for Ecuadorians and some words of wisdom for latinas pursui...2020-05-0328 min

Eyes UpHow She Became an OD with Dr. MooreDr. Moore started optometry school when she was 27 and she shares with us inspirational advice on her unique path towards obtaining her Doctor of Optometry degree. Two main things we cover are the importance of reaching out to the schools you are interested in and on getting as much shadowing experience as you can. The time to email or DM doctors with your questions or to set up shadowing opportunities is right now. Right now is when most of us have more time than ever before to check our inboxes and to reply to you. And even if you are...2020-04-2625 min

Eyes UpWhat is Fine Eyewear? with Jennifer Centeno @opticianista_laIt was so fun to get to talk about fine eyewear again with LA-based optician, Jennifer Centeno. I think glasses are magical and in this episode Jennifer shares with us her favorite frame lines, how she got into the eyecare industry and we talk about the importance of storytelling. instagram.com/opticianista_la https://www.opticianistala.com/2020-04-1937 min

Eyes UpBeauty and Optometry with Dr. FloresGrowing up Dr. Flores had one plan, to become an optometrist. In this episode she shares with us the knowledge she has gained throughout the years. One key thing to take away from this episode is that in any field we need to recognize that our professors and supervisors are our best resources and not just within academia but also with job searching and with help reviewing contracts. They have been instrumental, to the both of us, in helping us navigate life after optometry school. Because she’s an optometric beauty expert we discussed all things beauty and one point sh...2020-04-1328 min

Eyes UpBecoming an Optometrist with Dr. JohnsonDr. Johnson’s path towards becoming an optometrist allowed her to provide patient care across many states, TX, NY, SC and IL to name a few. Her unique experiences, that she shares with us, have inspired her to open up her very own practice, Bespoke Eye Care. We talk about the importance of representation in medicine and what an impact that can make in our patient’s lives. And we also dream about the future, a future where all of this will be a distant memory and where optometry rises for a comeback, stronger than ever. instagram.com/curlyoptometrist instagram.com...2020-04-0628 min

Eyes UpNavigating a Career in Healthcare as a Latinx First-GenBecoming a healthcare professional is not easy. It’s a long race that takes years to complete and the truth is that many don’t make it to the finish line. As if that isn’t hard enough some us are placed at different starting points in the track, sometimes with extra hurdles scattered along the way. And when you find someone who has experienced similar obstacles as you have it is comforting to be able to talk to them because they understand what you had to overcome and by talking about it is how we can create awareness and hopefu...2020-03-2928 min

Eyes UpWanderlusting with Dr. GamboaThe lovely Dr. Faye Gamboa comes on my podcast this week to share highlights from her multifaceted optometric career. It’s clear to see that she is entreprenurial and hard-working and it’s that type of spirit that will allow us as optometrists to get through whatever challenges may come our way. We talk optometry school, residency, being a VA OD, opening her own private practice, fine eyewear, mission trips and you’re just going to have to listen because we hit so many topics. This lady OD is so inspiring and added much needed light to my day during these...2020-03-2241 min

Eyes UpOptometry School in the Time of COVID-19 Mini-sode with Future Dr. AfkhamiEverything is canceled, including optometry school, for the time being. We hope these measures will keep safe the most vulnerable among us. The future is so uncertain, things are changing every hour but if we really think about it isn’t that the way things have always been? Future Dr. Afkhami updates us on recent events and how because of the coronavirus pandemic most optometry schools are switching over to remote learning. And yet amidst all this uncertainty there’s still a lot of hope and we are both still so excited about what the future holds for optometry. instagram.com...2020-03-1516 min

Eyes UpThe Journey from College to Optometry School to Fledgling Pratice Owner with Dr. Garza OffoegbuWhen Dr. Angela Garza Offoegbu was growing up in San Antonio, Texas she knew that college was in her cards. That laser focus got her into optometry school and allowed her to become a successful optometrist with her sights now set on opening her very own private practice, Eyes of Cresta Bella. We discuss her journey and some difficult decisions she had to make along the way. As we reflected we saw how linear both our paths were and we came upon that realization that for young people of color failure is simply not an option. The only way to...2020-03-0835 min

Eyes UpEndrocrinology and Obesity with Dr. Salas-WhalenWe’re going back to basics with triple board-certified Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen. She specializes in endocrinology, obesity medicine, and internal medicine and has her very own practice in the heart of Manhattan. In this episode we talk about her journey to becoming the doctor she is today. We review conditions like thyroid disease and diabetes, things that endocrinologists and optometrists co-manage. And we also discuss her speciality, obesity medicine. Did you know that the American Medical Association only recognized obesity as a disease in 2013? And that some insurances still don’t recognize it? And that there are FDA-approved medications indicated for...2020-03-0137 min

Eyes UpSelf-Work and Spirituality in Ophthalmology with Dr. DiabBeing a healthcare professional is much more than a job. It’s a lifelong pursuit of excellence. And I always find it so fascinating that when you accomplish a lot in your career it only drives you to accomplish more. I want to learn about the passion and drive that it takes to achieve and Dr. Rand Diab, an ophthalmologist in Indiana, kindly joins me on my podcast to talk about her experiences. She shares with us her journey through medical school and residency, building her very own school, and her new pursuits in ophthalmology. And all of that within th...2020-02-2337 min

Eyes UpSocial Media with Dr. Rose🎼I had no idea that optometry could have found its place on TikTok with the coolest optometrist in the game, Dr. Carly Rose. She is goals. She works with her sisters, owns her own practice, Eyecare on the Square, and currently has 54.4k followers on TikTok! We talk about all that and about our shared passion of creating original content all about optometry on social media every single day. We truly believe that everyone needs to share their story and the best the person to help you with your social media to deliver that authentic message is YOU. We draw ins...2020-02-1632 min

Eyes UpSpanglish Optometry with Dr. ZamoraThis is my conversation with medical correspondent, eye doctor, and owner of Montebello Optometry, Dr. María Cristina Zamora. And we get experimental in this episode because we switch back and forth between English and Español and we hope that you’ll find some of it useful for the next time you find yourself in clinic with a Spanish-speaking patient. She shares with us how she got started in optometry and gives us encouraging words for those of us thinking about starting our own practices. We also talk about our experiences being latina optometrists and how that places us in a...2020-02-0934 min

Eyes UpLife-Changing Scleral Contacts with Dr. MotamediYou’ve seen Dr. Motamedi’s viral video on ODs on Facebook and in this episode you’ll get to know the doctor behind this heartwarming patient experience. He is a SUNY alumnus class of 2015 and the two of us were often in the same small lab/clinic group. We talk about his path to optometry and did you know that he took the OAT, DAT, and the MCAT tests!? If anyone could accomplish all of that it would be him. And of course we get into the video and patient case of how an empty appointment time slot on a Satu...2020-01-3130 min

Eyes UpAcademic Optometry with Dr. WahlDo you know what your career in optometry is going to look like after graduation? Dr. Wahl, and myself included, had a plan but things always turn out a little different and for the better. In this episode Dr. Wahl sits down with us and talks about her career as a Doctor of Optometry in academia. We discuss her path to obtaining her FAAO and the different research studies and projects she is involved in. We also touch on the unique challenges, and opportunities, that we experience as women in vision. www.ocularsurfaceacademy.com www.womeninvision.com instagram.com/lisawahlod ...2020-01-1926 min

Eyes UpOptometric Residency and Pediatric Optometry with Dr. SheererWhy should you do an optometry residency? I did not but I thought why not make an episode about this and feature the amazing residency-trained optometrist, Dr. Sheerer. She dives deep into what an optometry residency is all about, to think about the kind of experience that you would like to have during your residency year, and she shares some tips on how to land your dream residency: * Follow all the instructions to a T. * Go to the American Academy of Optometry meeting where you will get to meet everyone involved in the residency program that you’ve had your ey...2020-01-1235 min

Eyes UpEyes on Wellness with Dr. BrownHave you ever wondered if there was a way to incorporate holistic medicine into a traditional optometric practice? Well Dr. Brown did just that! In this episode she opens up about her own wellness journey and how she was able to help empower her patients to seek health instead of simply treating their DIS-EASE. If you’d like to change things up in your own practice and possibly add a BioPhotonic scanner you can contact Dr. Brown at stephgendalbrown@gmail.com Study on Correlations Between Macular, Skin, and Serum Carotenoids https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5520678/ BioPhotonic Sc...2020-01-0434 min

Eyes UpFuture Dr. Palma on Being an Optometry StudentGetting to know the future generation of optometrists inspires me! In this episode meet future Dr. Palma. She is currently a third year optometry student at Western U who is passionate about eye care so much so that she aims to educate the public on not just one but two instagram accounts. instagram.com/libnazurisadai instagram.com/zurisadeye We discuss the quizzes and photography she features on her accounts, her passion for patient care, what it’s like being an optometry student in 2019, the importance of mental health and the similarities in our experiences being minorities in medicine. Can’t wait...2019-12-2931 min

Eyes UpChatting with Overheard OptometryIf you haven’t heard of the Instagram account @overheardoptometry well, now you have! In this episode we get to learn more about the woman behind this game-changing account, Elvira Derhovsepian. She has worked in eye care for many years and started @overheardoptometry in 2016 after noticing the NY and LA counterparts on Instagram and realizing that eye care professionals overhear plenty of interesting and funny things throughout the day too. She released her first book in 2017, Volume I of Overheard Optometry stories and she just published Volume II, available now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/167455916X/ref 2019-12-2030 min

Eyes UpDr. Arthur on Putting Patients FirstIn conversation with optometrist and practice owner, Dr. Benjamin Arthur. He shares with us his journey and how certain values have allowed him to not only stay the course but to be resilient and successful in his career. And we learned that we share some core beliefs: If you put your patients first the rest will naturally fall into place. No matter where you are in your journey, always ask for help. You can find him on Instagram @brooklyneyedoc and his practice is located in Brooklyn, NY perspectiveyes.com 2019-12-1536 min

Eyes UpMini-sode on Not Worrying About Other People’s OpinionsNo one else’s opinion matters. What matters is that you are happy in whatever it is that you are doing. And if you are having a hard time finding your WHY just pay attention to the things that you have endless energy for. Another way to find out what motivates you is by taking this totally free, no-strings attached DISC personality assessment that can help guide you in finding your passion. I took this assessment myself and found it really helpful. You can take the same one at the following link https://www.tonyrobbins.com/disc/2019-11-3014 min

Eyes UpFuture Dr. Gonzalez on Being Latinx in MedicineOn today’s episode our guest is the CEO of Latinx en Medicina, and future doctor, Leslie Gonzalez. We discuss what it’s like being latina in medicine, the importance of keeping your head down and grinding and studying while finding balance and seeking mental health, imposter syndrome, work ethic, omg “it’s exhausting” being first-gen (inserting a small reference from the Selena movie lol) but we are setting the foundation for future generations and let’s never forget that ¡SÍ SE PUEDE! attitude. You can learn more about the movement at latinxenmedicina.com 2019-11-2337 min

Eyes UpDr. Krywko on Opening an Optometry Practice ColdDr. Krywko has three words that you need to hear if you ever thought about opening your own cold-start optometry private practice, “Just do it!” If your why is clear then the how of things falls into place.2019-11-1436 min

Eyes UpDr. Banik on Neuro-Ophthalmology and Functional MedicineWe have a guest on today's podcast, Dr. Rani Banik! She is the founder of Envision Health NYC, a private practice based in the Upper East Side and she is an integrative ophthalmologist. In other words, she is a fellowship trained neuro-ophthalmologist and a functional medicine expert. In this episode we will cover her journey to medicine, how she discovered functional medicine, tips on migraines and more. I really hope you enjoy this episode; you can find her on instagram @dr.ranibanik and you can learn more about her and her practice on rudranibanikmd.com 2019-11-0730 min

Eyes UpUn Episodio en Español¡Este es mi primer podcast en español! Hablo un poquito sobre mi vida, un poquito sobre el trabajo voluntario que yo participo en y hablo sobre temas generales de la salud que afecta a la poblacion latina. And for my English-speaking listeners this is a chance for you to test your Spanish comprehension. Leave me back a voice message in Spanish and I'll reply back in Spanish too! I'm sure you know more Spanish than you think you do.2019-10-3114 min

Eyes UpMini-sode on Living in the MomentA reminder to not chase happiness but instead to focus on what you are going through right now at this very moment. The only thing that’s real is the present. Hope you have a great day!2019-10-2107 min

Eyes UpOur PatientsPlease be mindful with my audio quality as you may need to turn up the volume a bit. Thank you so much for your patience during this learning process for me. This episode is an ode to the reason we/I love practicing optometry so much, our patients! They are the reason we studied late nights for and the reason we stay at late work doing some administrative work. Our patients are everything and I'm grateful that I'm entrusted with the opportunity to serve them as a doctor of optometry.2019-10-1514 min

Eyes UpWhy I Became an OptometristA look into a few seemingly ordinary experiences in my life that inspired me to pursue an extraordinary career as an optometrist.2019-10-0924 min

Eyes UpWhy I Started My Optometry Instagram @newyorkeyedocI go in-depth as to why I started my eye-related optometry instagram @newyorkeyedoc; the need for public awareness about the importance of eye health, needing to fundraise with the non-profit I volunteer with @sightsonhealth, and wanting to share my story of being a latina optometrist in the greatest city in the world, Queens, New York City.2019-09-2521 min