Reframing Eye Care

Reframing Eye Care

We talk everything optometry!

Episodes

July 24, 2025 13 mins

 🎙️ On this episode, Dr. Jade Coats shares how her early experiences as a pharmacy tech and apprentice optician shaped her unique path into optometry. We explore how corporate optometry taught her adaptability, and how working both behind the counter and in the exam lane gives her a powerful perspective on patient care. She also reflects on defining moments, memorable patients, and why hands-on experience matters for future ODs. I...

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From burnout to building Arkansas’ only exclusive dry eye specialty clinic, Dr. Ada Noh shares her journey of reinvention in optometry. We dive into why she made the pivot, how she built a thriving practice, and her move to DFW. Plus, she shares insights for young ODs looking to carve their own path.

🔊 Tune in now! #Optometry #DryEyeCare #BurnoutToPassion #Entrepreneurship

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June 18, 2025 27 mins

Dr. Maria Sampalis and PECAA Chief Member Experience Officer Dr. Justin Manning break down the cold start journey—and how PECAA Launch helps make it happen. 🎧 Don’t miss this essential listen for ODs ready to launch.

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March 25, 2025 22 mins

Dr Mary Beth Yackey  works as an optometrist within a retina subspecialty practice. We'll explore her  journey into optometry, her experience working in a retina-focused setting, and the vital role optometrists play in these specialized practices.

We discussed common referral mistakes, best practices for co-managing Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), and what optometrists can confidently manage before referring t...

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 Dr. Sara Varghai, founder of NOVA Optique + Eyecare as a guest on the podcast today. We dive into the journey of starting a cold private practice, choosing the perfect location, attracting outside prescriptions, and building a thriving optical and medical practice—all without relying on vision plans. She shares valuable insights from her past experiences that shaped her success today

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 Learn how Bridgitte Shen Lee, OD integrates presbyopia eyedrops into her practice. 

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Corneal Nociceptors and TRP Channels: The Gatekeepers of Ocular Pain with Dr Kaleb Abbott 

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Frank Lobb has an unusually broad range of experience. He is a retired U. S. Navy pilot. He then served as General Manager for DuPont Process Instruments and then DuPont Environmental Services. Following his retirement from DuPont. He became a principal consultant for Monsanto and later Clean Air Engineering where he lectured nationally for the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency on the challenges associated with achieving compli...

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Tune in to the inspiring story of Dr. Rizwanda, a trailblazer who established UAE’s first-ever four-year Bachelor of Science in Optometry program. Join us as we explore her remarkable journey in eye care, her impactful work with the World Council of Optometry, and her insightful advice for aspiring optometrists.

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December 13, 2024 20 mins

In this podcast episode, Navigating Optometry Contracts with Dr. Kevin Rodda, we explore the essential aspects of reviewing and negotiating optometry contracts. Dr. Rodda shares insights on identifying red flags, understanding key terms, and ensuring fair agreements that align with your career goals. We also discuss strategies for effective negotiation and highlight common elements every optometrist should look for in their contrac...

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October 16, 2024 24 mins

Dr Joe DeLoach breaks down the essential healthcare compliance laws. We’ll explore why some practices struggle with compliance, the risks involved, and how both practice owners and staff can face penalties. Whether you're in a private or corporate setting, staying compliant is critical to protecting your practice and your career. 

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 Tune into this episode with Dr. Shane Swatts, OD as he discusses the hot topic of AI - artificial intelligence in dry eye management.  Dr. Swatts spends full time seeing ocular surface disease in his practice that has developed a huge niche in dry eye and aesthetics.  As a KOL for many OSD and DED companies, he is also a speaker, consultant and advisor in the dry eye space.  If you are at all invested or thinking of investing in d...

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Colton Calandrella shares how Barti's EHR is revolutionizing eye care technology and transforming the industry.



Barti is proud to work with numerous corporate subleases, enhancing efficiency and patient care. Listen in as Colton discusses the cutting-edge features of Barti’s all-in-one platform, including their innovative AI Scribe. He also gives us an exciting preview of where AI might be heading next in Barti.


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Tune in to this episode with Dr. Corte as he discusses the significance of contact lenses in various optometry practice settings, from sublease to modified sublease, and more. Discover why Dr. Corte chose these practice model and how he realized the crucial role of contact lenses in his practice. Learn about the financial and patient care benefits of offering contact lenses, and hear Dr. Corte's advice for peers on integrating...

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Carissa Fleming, is currently a fourth-year student at the New England College of Optometry, where she’s spent the past few years deeply involved in advocacy and leadership roles. Her advocacy efforts has lead her to winning the Student Excellence Award during the AOA on Capitol Hill conference. Listen in to her journey as a optometry student leader in our industry. 

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 Kaleb Abbott is an optometrist and assistant professor 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. He serves on the board of directors for the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society; is Vice Chair of the Nutriti...

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Join us for information on the 2024 Optometry Divas Retreat 

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Thank you to Marc Odrich, Chief Medical Officer of LENZ Therapeutics, for joining us and discussing the differentiation of Aceclidine as a miotic for the potential treatment of presbyopia. The recent data is very exciting and the Optometrist community is looking forward to following the progress of LENZ!

 

 

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Eager to learn more about working with VES? We sat down with Dr. Steve Checroun, VES Ophthalmologist, and Cathy Shaw, VES recruiter, to hear firsthand about what it's like becoming part of the VES provider network. 

Watch the interview to learn more about:
🩺 The day-to-day experience of a VES recruiter
📋 The evaluation and recruitment process
💰 The benefits of being a VES provider
❤️ and more.

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