Dr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Alma Regnault, who shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Venezuela to becoming a successful optometrist and business owner. She discusses the influence of strong women in her life, her experiences in optometry school, and the challenges she faced along the way.
Dr. Regnault emphasizes the importance of human connection in patient care and the need for optometrists to advocate for their role in healthcare. She also reflects on the evolution of the profession and the exciting future ahead, encouraging others to embrace change and pursue their passions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Alma Regnault's Journey
03:54 Inspiration from Strong Women
06:45 The Path to Optometry
10:00 Experiences in New York City
12:54 Transitioning to Geriatric Care
15:48 The Journey to Ownership
19:08 Full Circle: Returning Home
22:01 The Influence of Strong Women
25:52 The Journey of Collaboration and Growth
26:51 Balancing Family and Professional Life
30:40 Lessons from the Practice: Patient Care and Connection
34:45 Building a Respectful Practice Culture
36:57 Embracing Change: The Evolution of Optometry
40:13 Challenges Faced in the Optometric Journey
42:57 The Importance of Optometry in Health Care
45:56 Final Thoughts: Embracing Change and GrowthTakeaways
- Dr. Regnault was inspired by strong women in her family.
- She initially considered dentistry before choosing optometry.
- Her experience in Puerto Rico shaped her professional journey.
- She learned valuable lessons from her mentors in corporate optometry.
- Transitioning to medical optometry provided her with more flexibility.
- Dr. Regnault emphasizes the importance of human connection in patient care.
- She believes in the value of continuous learning and asking questions.
- Her journey to business ownership was filled with challenges and growth.
- She advocates for the role of optometrists in healthcare.
- Dr. Regnault encourages others to embrace change and pursue their passions.
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