Dr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Maria Sampalis, a prominent figure in optometry, who shares her journey from a corporate optometry sublease to owning multiple practices. They discuss the evolution of corporate optometry, the importance of community among optometrists, and the future trends in the field. Dr. Sampalis emphasizes the significance of having a voice in the profession and offers valuable advice for new optometrists navigating their careers.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Maria Sampalis
03:01 Dr. Sampalis's Journey in Optometry
05:49 The Evolution of Corporate Optometry on Facebook
08:57 Building a Community for Optometrists
11:46 Navigating Career Choices in Optometry
14:21 The Future of Optometry
17:07 Advice for Student and New Graduates Optometrists
Takeaways
- Dr. Sampalis emphasizes the importance of community in optometry.
- She highlights the evolution of corporate optometry over the years.
- The journey in optometry is not a destination but a continuous process.
- Having a voice in the profession has become crucial for optometrists.
- Dr. Sampalis encourages trying different settings in optometry to find what fits best.
- She shares her experience of turning down a lucrative job to pursue her own practice.
- The importance of networking and learning from peers is stressed throughout the conversation.- Dr. Sampalis believes that the future of optometry will see more employed positions.
- She discusses the impact of COVID-19 on her practice and the opportunities that arose from it.
- The conversation concludes with advice for new optometrists to enjoy their journey and define their own success.
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