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Optometric Insights Media#178: It's time to open a Med Spa With Dr. Mila IoussifovaSend us a textAbout Dr. Mila IoussifovaDr. Mila Ioussifova graduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry and completed a residency program in community health and ocular disease in Boston, MA. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is on the leadership team of the Anterior Segment Section of the AAO. Dr. Mila served as an adjunct clinical faculty at the Pacific University College of Optometry and was an examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. She is involved with her state association...2025-04-1519 minOptometric Insights Media#177: The Science behind the Technology With Alex Kotelsky and James DiBellaSend us a textAbout:Alex Kotelsky is a medical device engineer at Bausch + Lomb where he leads innovative optical projects in the research and development of advanced contact lens designs.With a robust background in both theoretical and applied sciences, Alex has a Ph.D. and has postdoctoral training in biomechanics and mechanobiology of articular cartilage and chondrocytes. His research has produced multiple peer-reviewed publications that shed light on the mechanical interactions within biological systems. By integrating biology, mechanics and optics, Alex brings aninterdisciplinary approach that advances both the performance and...2025-04-0119 minOptometric Insights Media#176: Unrealistic Expectations With Dr. Nikki IravaniSend us a text2025-03-1817 minOptometric Insights Media#175: Life Planning With Dr. Jade CoatsSend us a textAbout Dr. Jade CoatsDr. Jade Coats is a 2016 of the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, and since graduation has worked in an OD/MD cataract/refractive surgery practice (McDonald Eye Associates, Rogers, Arkansas) in which she dedicates the majority of her clinical practice to ocular disease, comprehensive eye care, and contact lenses. Honored as a Contact Lens Institute Visionary in both 2023 and 2024, Dr. Coats is also a board member for Women in Optometry, the Intrepid Eye Society, and YoungODsConnect. She is an active member o...2025-03-0617 minOptometric Insights Media#174: The Growth and Success of Their Practice With Dr. John D MarvinSend us a textAbout Dr. John D. Marvin,John D. Marvin is a visionary entrepreneur, acclaimed columnist, and influential leader dedicated to empowering others to unlock their full potential. As President and CEO of Texas State Optical, John has cultivated a thriving business network while spearheading initiatives in health and wellness consulting and eyecare partnerships. With a steadfast commitment to personal growth, John has spent years studying the transformative power of mindset and the “inner game” in achieving success. Beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors, Through his unwavering dedication to making a difference, John D. M...2025-02-1832 minOptometric Insights Media#173: How to make your Marketing not suck With Kevin Wilhelm from Marketing for ECPsSend us a text2025-02-0427 minOptometric Insights Media#172: Free Dry Eye Consultation to grow your Dry Eye practice With Nona KalfayanSend us a textAbout Dr. KalfayanDr. Nona Kalfayan is a leading expert in her field of primary eye health, and a highly sought-after physician specializing in treating dry eye disease nationwide. She holds a Doctor of Optometry Degree from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Optometry, specializing in advanced ocular surface disease. Dr. Kalfayan’s dedication lies in holistic and preventive eye care. As the founder of Atlantic Eyecare & Spa in Pompano Beach, Florida, she specializes in Dry Eye, non-surgical ocular aesthetics, specialty contact lenses and myopic control. Atlantic Eyecare & Spa is...2025-01-2121 minOptometric Insights Media#171 The OI Show: Starting from Scratch with Dr. Jennifer StewartSend us a textIn this episode of The OI Show, Dr. Dave Kading reconnects with Dr. Jennifer Stewart, a visionary in optometry and practice management. After selling her successful large group practice in 2022, Dr. Stewart took a leap of faith, stepping away from clinical care and embarking on a transformative journey of consulting, speaking, and self-reflection. Fast forward to 2024, she’s back with a cold-start boutique practice in New Canaan, Connecticut, redefining what it means to create a patient-centered optometric experience.Key Takeaways:The challenges and rewards of stepping away from a...2025-01-0729 minOptometric Insights Media#170 The OI Show: The Do's and Don'ts of Scleral Lenses With Dr. Elise KramerSend us a textAbout Dr. Elise KramerDr. Elise Kramer is a residency-trained optometrist in Miami FL who specializes in ocular surface disease and specialty contact lens design and fitting.Her Doctorate degree was awarded in Optometry from the Université de Montréal in 2012. During her fourth year, she completed her internship in ocular disease at the Eye Centers of South Florida and went on to complete her residency at the Miami VA Medical Center. Her time there included training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the nation’s top eye...2024-12-1721 minOptometric Insights Media#169 Keeping your Staff by training them well With Kayla AshleeSend us a text2024-12-1025 minOptometric Insights Media#168 The OI Show: Dry Eye and Nutrition with Zac DenningSend us a textAbout Zac Denning Zac Denning is the Director of Scientific & Professional Affairs at ScienceBased Health (SBH), which he joined in 1999. Following his passion for science, Mr. Denning studied biology and biochemistry at Evergreen where he received his Bachelor of Science. Working alongside scientists, clinicians and researchers, he has helped SBH pioneer new categories of eye supplements that are now widely recognized and utilized in eye care. Zac travels and presents widely, educating eye doctors and medical groups about the scientific basis for eye nutrition.Zac has also helped...2024-12-0623 minOptometric Insights Media#167 The OI Show: Neuropathic Pain with Kaleb AbbottSend us a textAbout Kaleb Abbott Is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is faculty in both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation where he specializes in complex ocular surface disease and participates in clinical trials/research pertaining to ocular surface disease. In addition to his clinical and research duties, he is on the board of directors for the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society; Vice Chair of the Nutrition, Disease Prevention, and Wellness SIG for AAO; o...2024-11-2612 minOptometric Insights Media#166 The OI Show: The Keys to Care Keratoconus with Karen DeLossSend us a textIn this insightful episode, we dive into the world of keratoconus and explore the latest advances in specialty contact lens fitting. Dr. Karen Deloss, a leading expert from the University of Michigan, shares her invaluable insights and clinical pearls that every optometry professional needs to hear. What You'll Learn:Key indicators for testing keratoconus: What to watch for in your patients.The differences between gas permeable and soft lenses for keratoconus care.The importance of community and networking at the Global Specialty Lens Symposium (GSLS).Tips for submitting research and c...2024-11-1227 minOptometric Insights Media#165 The OI Show: Down with OCT with Julie RodmanSend us a textAbout Dr. Julie Rodman Is the Chief of the Broward Eye Care Institute in Fort Lauderdale, FL and aProfessor of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University. She also is the Instructor of Recordfor Posterior Segment Disease at the College. Her research interests include OCT/OCTA andVitreoretinal Disease. Dr. Rodman has authored over thirty publications with an emphasis onretinal disease. She recently published “Optical Coherence Tomography Atlas: A Case StudyApproach”, the first reference book on this topic written by an optometrist. Dr. R...2024-10-2911 minOptometric Insights Media#164 The OI Show: Down with OCT with Jeff SonsinoSend us a textAbout Kaleb Abbott Is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is faculty in both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation where he specializes in complex ocular surface disease and participates in clinical trials/research pertaining to ocular surface disease. In addition to his clinical and research duties, he is on the board of directors for the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society; Vice Chair of the Nutrition, Disease Prevention, and W...2024-10-1516 minOptometric Insights Media#163 The OI Show: Down with OCT with Mike CymborSend us a textAbout Mike CymborIs a dynamic and engaging speaker. He lectures frequently on the topics of glaucoma and advanced diagnostic procedures. He also speaks on diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye and ocular surface disease. He has a growing interest in the intersection between health, diet and ocular disease. Dr. Cymbor is a managing partner in one of the largest optometric practices in the country. He directly oversees a million dollar-plus contact lens practice. Dr. Cymbor and his wife, Autumn, have three grown children. He loves being a husband and a f...2024-10-0114 minOptometric Insights Media#162 The OI Show: Down with OCT With Dr. Nate LighthizerSend us a textAbout Dr. Lighthizer Born and raised in Bismarck, North Dakota, Dr. Nate Lighthizer, O.D., F.A.A.O., is a graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry. Upon graduation, he completed a residency in Family Practice Optometry with an emphasis in Ocular Disease and Laser and Surgical Optometry through Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry (NSUOCO). Dr. Lighthizer has since joined the faculty at the Oklahoma College of Optometry and has served as the Chief of Specialty Care Clinics and the Chief of Electrodiagnostics Clinic. In 2014, he fou...2024-09-1714 minOptometric Insights Media#161 The OI Show: A New Spin in Astigmatism With Dr. Dave KadingSend us a textAstigmatism often flies under the radar, especially in patients with lower degrees. In this episode, Dr. Dave Kading shares his insights on why early correction is crucial, even for mild cases, and how it can impact visual quality over time. Whether you’re a seasoned optometrist or just starting out, you’ll find practical tips on managing astigmatism that can make a real difference in your practice.🎧 Tune in now and discover:The often-overlooked importance of treating low degrees of astigmatism early.Real-life examples of how astigmatism affects daily life.Strateg...2024-09-0317 minOptometric Insights Media#160 The OI Show: Soft Contact Lenses Are Dead in Clinical Practice with Jackie GarlichSend us a textEver wondered if soft contact lenses are becoming a thing of the past? Tune into our latest OI Show episode featuring the incredible Dr. Jackie Garlich, where we dig into this hot topic. Dr. Garlich shares her candid insights on why soft contacts still hold a vital place in clinical practice, despite the growing concerns in the industry. Are doctors really stepping away from them? What's the future of soft lenses in optometry? If you're a young OD or just passionate about staying ahead in your practice, this conversation is a must-listen!2024-08-2015 minOptometric Insights Media#159 The OI Show: Presbyopia is Destined For Contact Lenses Failure with Mark SchaefferSend us a textHave you ever wondered why multifocal contact lenses often fall short of expectations? 🤔 In our latest episode, Mark Schaeffer shares his insights on the complexities of managing presbyopia with contact lenses and why patient education is key to success.Highlights:Navigating the challenges and opportunities in presbyopia management Enhancing patient education for better outcomes with multifocal contact lenses Exploring the latest contact lens designs for presbyopia, including daily disposables Considering the ocular surface for optimal contact lens fitting.Optometry pros, this episode is a must-listen! Gain valuable tips and ins...2024-08-0619 minOptometric Insights Media#158 The OI Show: New Age of Prescribing Contact Lenses With Adam RamseySend us a text2024-07-2324 minOptometric Insights Media#157 The OI Show: From Busy to Better with Dr. David KadingSend us a textStruggling to find time for innovation in your busy practice? In this episode of the OI Show, Dr. David Kading offers practical advice on how to integrate new technologies and services without overwhelming your schedule. Highlights:Discover why the best time to innovate is right now.Learn how Dr. David Kading's practice benefited financially from introducing new services.Get tips on streamlining workflow and boosting patient satisfaction.Understand the long-term financial and clinical benefits of staying ahead with technology.Curious to know more? Don’t miss out on the...2024-07-0923 minOptometric Insights Media#156 The OI Show:Things You Didn't Know Meibomian Gland Dysfunction With Andrew PuckerSend us a textAbout Dr. Pucker,Dr. Andrew Pucker is the Executive Director of Clinical and Medical Sciences at Lexitas Pharma Services. He earned his BS in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and he earned his OD, MS, and PhD degrees from The Ohio State University. His independent research career has focused on dry eye disease, contact lenses, and myopia development. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and over 160 editor reviewed columns. Dr. Pucker is a Fellow and Diplomate of the American Academy of Optometry, Fellow of the Scleral...2024-06-0418 minOptometric Insights Media#155 The OI Show: The Power of Comanaging With Jason BeseckerSend us a textAbout Jason Besecker OD, MSDr. Jason Besecker is the founder and managing director of Envision Specialty EyeCare & Dry Eye Center, the first and only eye care clinic in Idaho dedicated to the treatment and management of ocular conditions responsible for dry eye symptoms. Even though dry eye is the focus, Dr. Besecker also enjoys helping patients manage their glaucoma, age related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and taking care of ocular emergencies. Prior to opening his specialty dry eye clinic, Dr. Besecker was an associate at Hollingshead Ey...2024-05-2116 minOptometric Insights Media#154 The OI Show : "Unfogging" Fog With Dr. Maria WalkerSend us a textAbout Dr. Maria WalkerMaria Walker OD, MS, PhD is a clinician scientist with a focus on keratoconus,childhood myopia, and specialty contact lenses. She graduated with an OD/MS fromThe New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA, USA in 2013 and thencompleted a one-year Cornea & Contact Lens Residency at Pacific University inPortland, OR. She joined the faculty at University of Houston College of Optometry(UHCO) in 2014 and went on to complete a PhD on the impact of a scleral lens...2024-05-0723 minOptometric Insights Media#153 The OI Show: Innovation in the Eye Care Space Dr. Janelle DavisonSend us a textAbout Dr. Janelle DavisonDr. Janelle Davison, an award-winning optometrist, graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2006. With 18 years of experience in private practice, Dr. Davison is highly respected in the optometric industry. She has received numerous accolades, including being named "The Most Influential Women in Optical for Innovation" by Vision Monday in 2022.As the Founder and owner of Brilliant Eyes, a full-scope primary care vision center in Smyrna, Georgia, Dr. Davison leads a team committed to providing exceptional eye care. She is...2024-04-2317 minOptometric Insights Media#152 The OI Show: The DL on MGD and IITs With Melissa BollingerSend us a textAbout Dr. Bollinger Dr. Bollinger is a board-certified optometrist and a Fellow of the American Academy ofOptometry which demonstrates her commitment to excellence and lifelong learning inher profession. She has participated in advisory board meetings & also as a KeyOpinion Leader for companies such as Alcon, Ocular Therapeutix, Novartis, ScienceBased Health, Viatris, and TearScience. She enjoys educating which allows herto share her passion and expertise on dry eye and ocular surgery with other eye careprofessionals and the public. She earned...2024-04-0913 minOptometric Insights Media#151 The OI Show: Eyelids Being Gross with Tom ChapmanSend us a text2024-03-1927 minOptometric Insights Media#150 The OI Show: The Sensitivity of the Cornea with Ahmad FahmSend us a text2024-03-0527 minOptometric Insights Media#149 The OI Show: Bringing PRP into Your Office with Dr. Mahnia MadanSend us a textThanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/oi-show/ 2024-02-2733 minOptometric Insights Media#148 The OI Show: Super Charging Your Dry Eye Practice with Crystal BrimerSend us a textThanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/oi-show/ 2024-02-1327 minOptometric Insights Media#147 The OI Show: Life in the Military with Christopher PutnamSend us a text2024-01-3034 minOptometric Insights Media#146 The OI Show: Virtual Staff in your Optometry Practice on The OI Show With Cory PinegarSend us a textThanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/oi-show/ About Cory PinegarCory Pinegar is Chief Executive Officer of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue. In 2016, at the age of 22, Cory struck gold a...2024-01-2346 minOptometric Insights Media#145 The OI Show: New TFOS Contact Lenses with Dr. Melissa Barnett (Director of Optometry at UC Davis)Send us a text2024-01-1619 minOptometric Insights Media#144 The OI Show: Practicing Optometry Without an Optical With Dr. Kambiz (Kam) SilaniSend us a text2024-01-0216 minOptometric Insights Media#143 The OI Show: IPL in your Practice: I Don’t Have Enough Space with Dr. Mila IoussifovaSend us a textAbout Dr. Mila IoussifovaGraduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry and completed a residency program in community health and ocular disease in Boston, MA. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is on the leadership team of the Anterior Segment Section of the AAO. Dr. Mila served as an adjunct clinical faculty at the Pacific University College of Optometry and was an examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. She is a Board-Certified Nutrition Specialist and studied Human Nutrition and Functional...2023-12-1926 minOptometric Insights Media#142 The OI Show: Myth About IPL: I Won't Get an ROI Out of this Purchase With Dr. Jackie GarlichSend us a text2023-12-1225 minOptometric Insights Media#141 The OI Show: How We are Too Busy to Bring in IPL in Our Practice with Dr Douglas K. DevriesSend us a textAbout Dr. Douglas K. DevriesDouglas K. Devries, OD co-founded Eye Care Associates of Nevada in 1992, and since then, has limited his practice to surgical co-management and diseases of the eye. His specific area of interest has been in ocular surface disease, which makes up the majority of his clinical practice. Dr. Devries lectures to colleagues extensively, both nationally and internationally, on anterior segment eye disease. He is the director of the optometric residency program and optometric fourth year intern program at Eye Care Associates and i...2023-11-2821 minOptometric Insights Media#140 The OI Show: Leaky Gut, Deficiencies in Vitamins & Minerals and How You Can Help Your Patients with Dr. Vittorio MenaSend us a textAbout Dr. Vittorio MenaDr. Vittorio Mena is the sports vision director at Optical Academy in Clifton, NJ. He also serves as an advanced clinical director for Special Olympics Lions Club International Opening Eyes program for the state of NJ. He graduated from Seton Hall University with both a B.S. in Biology and a M.S. in Microbiology. He received his professional degree from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2014. Dr. Mena is on the board of directors for his state association NJSOP. In 2019, he...2023-10-0325 minOptometric Insights Media#139 The OI Show: OPTILIGHT Series: Patients Won't Pay for IPLSend us a text2023-09-1924 minOptometric Insights Media#138 The OI Show: Ocular Tumors and What to Do with Them with Dr. Cecelia KoettingSend us a text2023-09-0520 minOptometric Insights Media#137 The OI Show: DBS for Diabetic Patient with Dr. Nathan LighthizerSend us a text2023-08-2912 minOptometric Insights Media#136 The OI Show: Leaving a Secured Job to Start a Practice Cold with Dr. Shira KreschSend us a text2023-08-2222 minOptometric Insights Media#135 The OI Show: Cosmetics and Cleaning up Your Act with Amy Gallant SullivanSend us a text2023-08-1528 minOptometric Insights Media#134 The OI Show: Dr. David Kading: Operating with a Virtual TeamSend us a text2023-08-0815 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show: Dr. Walt Whitley: What’s New in MGD Beyond Heating and Squeezing?Send us a textThanks for your interest in this podcast. Please read this important program information before listening. Access to the post-test and to claim credit for participating is included below.Activity OverviewThis PER® Spectives™ podcast features a discussion among 3 optometrists on challenges and unmet needs associated with traditional treatments for meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD)-related dry eye disease (DED) — and opportunities for MGD treatment that may come with new and emerging topical therapies. In addition, the panel discusses myths and misconceptions that may affect outcomes in patients with MGD-DED. This program is de...2023-08-0717 minOptometric Insights Media#133 The OI Show: All About the Wiper with Chris LievensSend us a text2023-08-0117 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show: The Ins and Outs of Lubricating Eye Drops with Dr. Selina McGeeSend us a textThanks for your interest in this podcast. Please read this important program information before listening. Access to the post-test and to claim credit for participating is included below.Activity OverviewThis PER® Spectives™ podcast features a discussion among 3 optometrists on concerns related to the use of preserved eye lubricants for patients with dry dye disease. In addition, the panel discusses developments in components within these products to support the ocular surface, including trehalose and hyaluronic acid. This program is designed to help clinicians better match specific eye lubrication products to ind...2023-07-3113 minOptometric Insights Media#132 The OI Show: Everything Mediterranean Diet with Dr. Joe PizzimentiSend us a text2023-06-2716 minOptometric Insights Media#131 The OI Show: Part Two: Insights into Vision: Unveiling the Wonders of Macular Pigment, Carotenoids, and More! with Dr. Pinakin DaveySend us a text2023-06-2016 minOptometric Insights Media#130 The OI Show: Part One: Insights into Vision: Unveiling the Wonders of Macular Pigment, Carotenoids, and More! with Dr. Pinakin DaveySend us a text2023-06-0518 minOptometric Insights Media#129 The OI Show: Insightful Eyes: Elevating Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Care with Dr. Justin SchweitzerSend us a text2023-06-0414 minOptometric Insights Media#128 The OI Show: How to Become a Practice Owner in Under Three Years: Debunking the Myth with Dr. Jessilin QuintSend us a text2023-05-3015 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show: Myopia Awareness Week SpecialSend us a text2023-05-2306 minOptometric Insights Media#127 The OI Show: Bringing PRP to Your Practice with Dr. Mahnia MadanSend us a text2023-05-1631 minOptometric Insights Media#126 The OI Show: Dr. James Deom: Is Optometry Private Practice Dead?Send us a text2023-05-0916 minOptometric Insights Media#125 The OI Show: Dry Eye and Telling Your Patients to Stop Drinking AlcoholSend us a text2023-05-0227 minOptometric Insights Media#124 The OI Show: Visual Fields...The Path Less Taken with Brian Murphey and Ammad KhanSend us a text2023-04-2518 minOptometric Insights Media#123 The OI Show: Diagnostics & Therapeutics that are Changing the Game in Optometry with Dr. Shane KannarSend us a textto be updated..2023-04-1816 minOptometric Insights Media#122 The OI Show: Scleral Lenses and Dry Eye with Dr. Elise KramerSend us a text2023-04-1124 minOptometric Insights Media#121 The OI Show: The Differences Between Conventional, Scanned and Impression-Based Scleral Lenses with Dr. Caitlin MorrisonSend us a textAbout Dr. Caitlin Morrison:Dr. Morrison is the owner of In Focus: Specialty Contact Lens & Vision Solutions, a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona that specializes in contact lenses for advanced ocular conditions and comprehensive care for difficult visual cases.After graduating from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Dr. Morrison completed a Cornea & Contact Lens Residency at SUNY College of Optometry in New York City. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO), a Fellow of the Scleral Lens Society (FSLS), and...2023-04-0429 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show Special Episode: Innovations in EyecareSend us a textLooking for the latest news and insights in the world of eyecare technology and innovations? Look no further than The OI Show podcast! In our newest episode, we explore the cutting-edge advances in optometry and patient care, featuring exclusive interviews with industry experts and thought leaders. From AI-powered diagnostics to revolutionary treatment options, we cover it all in this must-listen episode. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in innovations in eyecare by tuning in to The OI Show podcast today! 2023-03-2820 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show Special Episode: Women in Optometry Part 3Send us a textIn honor of Women's month, we're dedicating this episode to the incredible women who have paved the way for others in the industry.In this episode, we'll hear from some of the top female optometrists in the business, discussing their experiences, challenges, and successes in the field. We'll delve into practice management, the importance of mentorship and networking, and how to achieve work-life balance in a demanding profession.Our guests and Topics will include:Click each link for the full episodes.to be updated2023-03-2332 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show Special Episode: Women in Optometry Part TwoSend us a text In honor of Women's month, we're dedicating this episode to the incredible women who have paved the way for others in the industry.In this episode, we'll hear from some of the top female optometrists in the business, discussing their experiences, challenges, and successes in the field. We'll delve into practice management, the importance of mentorship and networking, and how to achieve work-life balance in a demanding profession.Our guests and Topics will include:Click each link for the full episodes.Developing a Cash Pay M...2023-03-1424 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show Special Episode: Women in Optometry Part OneSend us a text In honor of Women's month, we're dedicating this episode to the incredible women who have paved the way for others in the industry.In this episode, we'll hear from some of the top female optometrists in the business, discussing their experiences, challenges, and successes in the field. We'll delve into practice management, the importance of mentorship and networking, and how to achieve work-life balance in a demanding profession.Our guests and Topics will include:Click each link for the full episodes.Vision Therapy Practice2023-03-0725 minOptometric Insights MediaThe OI Show: 2nd Anniversary Episode: 10 Optometry Practice Management TipsSend us a text2023-03-0220 minOptometric Insights Media#120 The OI Show: The Improvement of Your Patient's Comfort by Adding Astigmatism with Dr. Erin RueffSend us a text2023-02-1423 minOptometric Insights Media#119 The OI Show: Early Sign of AMD with Dr. Tim EarleySend us a text2023-02-0714 minOptometric Insights Media#118 The OI Show: Preparing Your Practice for an Associate Doctor with Dr. Christopher LopezSend us a text2023-01-3128 minOptometric Insights Media#117 The OI Show: Suspicious Suspects with Dr. Mark EltisSend us a text2023-01-2416 minOptometric Insights Media#116 The OI Show: Contact Lens Technology: New Innovations and Contact Lens 3D Printing with Dr. Lyndon JonesSend us a text2023-01-1721 minOptometric Insights Media#115 The OI Show: The Crossroads of Keratoconic Care with Dr. Katie GreinerSend us a text2023-01-1016 minOptometric Insights Media#114 The OI Show: Misperceptions About Private Equity with Dr. Ben ChudnerSend us a text2023-01-0327 minOptometric Insights Media#113 The OI Show: The Foresight into the Future of AMD with Dr. Meghan Blemker and Kester NahenSend us a text2022-12-2015 minOptometric Insights Media#112 The OI Show: Giving Each Other a Hand with Dr. Nick SostilloSend us a text2022-12-1312 minOptometric Insights Media#111 The OI Show: Forming Human Connections with Dr. Jeremy CianoSend us a text2022-12-0622 minOptometric Insights Media#110 The OI Show: Misperceptions Around Vision Therapy with Dr. Joanna CarterSend us a text2022-11-2917 minOptometric Insights Media#109 The OI Show: The Optometric Insights Student Handbook with Dana DevitoSend us a text2022-11-2208 minOptometric Insights Media#108 The OI Show: Cold Start Practice Process and Metrics with Dr. Patricia FulmerSend us a text2022-11-1521 minOptometric Insights Media#107 The OI Show: Breaking Practice Ownership Myths About the Next Generation Optometrist with Dr. Nick SostilloSend us a text2022-11-0821 minOptometric Insights Media#106 The OI Show: Taking Dry Eye Clinic to Aesthetics with Dr. Melanie Denton-DombrowskiSend us a textHere's an incredible opportunity to hang out with Dr. Melanie Denton Dombrowski as we talk about aesthetics, how she has developed her dry eye in her practice, opened a spa that does make-up, and has an aesthetician that does facials. 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Dr. Melanie will also share with us the following: the process of going from dry eye to performing aesthetics; various strategies to help patients with their dry eyes; discuss her separate certification in cosmetology; where to get aestheticians; what her aesthetician does in her clinic; th...2022-11-0124 minOptometric Insights Media#105 The OI Show: The Journey to Contact Lens & Cornea SectionSend us a text2022-10-2610 minOptometric Insights Media#104 The OI Show: Blood Biologics and Platelet Rich Plasma with Dr. Mahnia MadanSend us a text2022-10-1825 minOptometric Insights Media#103 The OI Show: Scaling Your Optometric Practice with Dr. Harmin ChimaSend us a text2022-10-1113 minOptometric Insights Media#102 The OI Show; Dry Eye Misinformation in Social Media with Dr. Richard MaharajSend us a text2022-10-0426 minOptometric Insights Media#101 The OI Show: Caring About the Cone with Dr. Steve SorkinSend us a text2022-09-2711 minOptometric Insights Media#100 The OI Show: The Art of Selling with Kayla AshleySend us a text2022-09-2019 minOptometric Insights Media#99 The OI Show: The Two Sides of Optometry with Dr. Harbir SianSend us a text2022-09-1316 minOptometric Insights Media#98 The OI Show: Clinical Signs that Lead to Radio Frequency, IPL, Thermal Pulsation or the PRP with Dr. Natalie ChaiSend us a text2022-09-0624 minOptometric Insights Media#97 The OI Show: The Feiner Side of Prisms Part 2 with Dr. FeinbergSend us a textJoin us as we discuss The Feiner Side of Prism Part 2 with Drs. Debbie Feinberg and Matt Rosner. 🤗Dr. Debbie Feinberg and Dr. Matt Rosner will discuss the following topics in this episode:💡 everything you need to know about the Neuro Visual Medicine Institute and its training program.💡 insights into what happens during training, its timeline, and what to expect during training.💡 when they launched the Training Institute💡 how you can get in touch with them and learn more about themDebby Feinberg...2022-08-3016 minOptometric Insights Media#96 The OI Show: Giving the ODs Perspective with Dr. Jennifer StewartSend us a textWhere can your passion take you? 🤔Join us on this podcast and be inspired as Dr. Stewart shares her experience in building her own consulting business. 😉From patient care, then growing into consulting roles, speaking, writing, and working with sales teams and companies. 🥰Dr. Stewart will discuss the following topics in this episode:💡 The story behind her decision to sell her practice💡 Her participation in the sports vision industry💡 Her journey as a parent and a doctor pursuing what she wants and enjoys....2022-08-2322 minOptometric Insights Media#95 The OI Show: The Feiner Side of Prisms Part 1 with Dr. FeinbergSend us a textDiscover the importance of eye misalignment and how strategic prisms can improve patient outcomes. 😮Join us on this podcast as Dr. Debbie Feinberg shares the following:💡 her story of how she was exposed to motion sickness and disorientation💡 how was she able to help her brother-in-law with his eyestrain and how she found out about his vertical misalignment💡 how to help patients that maybe more resilient to traditional treatment 💡 why she was determined to dedicate her professional career to eye misalignment 💡 when and why she make...2022-08-1612 minOptometric Insights Media#94 The OI Show: Developing Off-Site Dry Eye Specialty Clinic with Dr. Todd CohanSend us a textWould you rather be a generalist or an expert? 🤔Tune in as we talk with Dr. Todd Cohan, an optometrist who specializes in dry eye disease.😀In this episode, we talk about his business model for running an off-site dry eye treatment clinic, and how he was able to grow this specialty in the midst of COVIDDr. Cohan will also share his insights on the following:💡 What is his practice like pre-COVID and what has he done in the last couple of years?💡 How d...2022-08-0918 minOptometric Insights Media#93 The OI Show: Those are some Tight Genes with Dr. Steven FerrucciSend us a textMacular degeneration can be devastating. Our genetics can help guide risk assessment and follow up pathways for our patientsJoin us in this episode as we talk about macular degeneration with Dr. Steven Ferucci! 😃In this episode, Dr. Steven will answer the following questions:💡 What can we do to prevent it from getting worse, how can we treat it, and how can we help our patients that have it?💡 How to assess the risk of de...2022-08-0216 minOptometric Insights Media#92 The OI Show: How to Help Millions of Patients Online with Dr. Joseph AllenSend us a text2022-07-2630 minOptometric Insights Media#91 The OI Show: ODs in the ER with Dr. Allison BozungSend us a text2022-07-1916 minOptometric Insights Media#87 The OI Show: Building on a Solid Foundation with Dave SattlerSend us a text2022-06-2130 minOptometric Insights Media#50 The OI Show: Podcast Recap with Dr. Dave Kading and Dr. Mile BrujicSend us a text2021-08-2411 minOptometric Insights Media#04 Dry Eye Treatment Evolution with Dr. David KadingSend us a textIn this episode of the OI Show, we have Dr. Kading share with us the evolution of dry eye treatment. About Dr. David Kading:Dave Kading has been recognized by his peers as one of the top 50 most influential optometrists of all time, as a top innovator in eyecare, and in 2017 was listed among the top 10 practices in eyecare. His progressive and forward thinking approach to healthcare and tech work to bring about a new and fresh perspective. He consults with healthcareand technology companies around...2021-03-0109 minOptometric Insights Media#01 The Purpose of the Optometric Insights ShowSend us a textWelcome to the Optometric Insights Show, where we delve deep into the world of eye health, vision care, and everything in between. Hosted by Dr. David Kading and Dr. Mile Brujic, this podcast is dedicated to providing invaluable insights, expert opinions, and practical advice straight from the field of optometry.Whether you're a seasoned optometrist, an aspiring eye care professional, or simply someone passionate about maintaining optimal vision, this podcast is for you. Each episode features engaging discussions with leading optometrists, researchers, and industry specialists, covering a wide range of topics...2021-02-1902 min