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  • The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant

    The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant
    2020/10/11
    1分未満
  • Independent. Together.: The Future of Independent Optometry with IDOC

    Independent. Together.: The Future of Independent Optometry with IDOC
    2025/11/03
    Independent optometry flourishes when doctors have the freedom to practice on their own terms—without feeling like they’re doing it alone. That belief is at the core of IDOC’s brand refresh, “Independent. Together.” In a recent Defocus Media conversation, hosts Dr. Darryl Glover and Dr. Jenn Lyerly spoke with Dave Brown, CEO of IDOC (Independent Doctors […]
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    43 分
  • Izervay (Avacincaptad Pegol) for Geographic Atrophy: Uses & Action

    Izervay (Avacincaptad Pegol) for Geographic Atrophy: Uses & Action
    2025/10/31
    Key Takeaways In Partnership with Astellas Geographic atrophy (GA) is advancing into everyday optometric practice—and the timing of what happens after detection matters. In this Four-Eyed Professor episode, Chris Lievens, OD, MS, FAAO, welcomes retina specialist Jessica Haynes, OD, FAAO, to explore how geographic atrophy should be identified, how to talk about it, and when […]
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    36 分
  • Optometrists or Therapists? Navigating Patient Care with Empathy

    Optometrists or Therapists? Navigating Patient Care with Empathy
    2025/10/30
    Empathy in optometry goes far beyond polite conversation—it’s a clinical skill that builds trust, improves compliance, and defines the overall patient experience. In Episode 50 of the Depth Perception Podcast, Dr. Svetlana Nunez, Dr. Jasdeep Singh, Dr. Nadia Afkhami, and Dr. Douglas Akidi dive into how empathy shapes patient care. They discuss how to navigate emotional encounters, maintain schedules, and build […]
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    29 分
  • Optometry Student to New Grad: Mentorship, Mental Health, and Patient Connection with Dr. Svetlana Nunez

    Optometry Student to New Grad: Mentorship, Mental Health, and Patient Connection with Dr. Svetlana Nunez
    2025/10/27
    In a conversation with Dr. Darryl Glover, new graduate Dr. Svetlana Nunez traced a path from early inspiration to her first steps as an optometrist—highlighting family support, the realities of training, and the habits that sustain mental well-being. This companion article distills her story into practical guidance for clinics and classrooms alike, focusing on optometry student mental health, the experience of a first-generation optometrist, and everyday patient communication that builds trust and inspires the next generation
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    18 分
  • First Class Eye Care: Building a Profitable Eye Care Practice with Dr. Adam Young

    First Class Eye Care: Building a Profitable Eye Care Practice with Dr. Adam Young
    2025/10/26
    In this episode of Play Chess Not Checkers, host Dr. Adam Ramsey sits down with Dr. Adam Young, founder of First Class Eye Care in Georgia. Dr. Young shares his story of persistence, growth, and purpose—from his roots at the University of Georgia and the Southern College of Optometry to building one of Atlanta’s standout private practices. His experience offers valuable insight into what it takes to turn vision into a sustainable and profitable eye care business.
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    1 時間
  • Optimizing Scope Is Protecting Patients and the Public

    Optimizing Scope Is Protecting Patients and the Public
    2025/10/24
    In an evolving healthcare landscape, conversations around scope modernization in optometry are more than professional discussions; they are about protecting patients and ensuring access to timely care. In this episode of The 2020 Podcast, host Dr. Harbir Sian sits down with Dr. Mark Eltis, President of the College of Optometrists of Ontario , to explore why optimizing scope is not only essential […]
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    11 分
  • Strengthening the Retina Referral: How Optometrists and Ophthalmologists Can Transform Geographic Atrophy Care

    Strengthening the Retina Referral: How Optometrists and Ophthalmologists Can Transform Geographic Atrophy Care
    2025/10/20
    Geographic atrophy of the eye is a serious, progressive form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that can lead to irreversible vision loss. For many years, patients who asked “what is GA?” were told there was no effective treatment. Today, with FDA-approved therapies like Izervay are designed to slow disease progression, the responsibility falls on eye care professionals to identify geographic atrophy symptoms early and ensure patients enter the right care pathway. A clear referral process between optometrists and ophthalmologists is essential to deliver the best outcomes for patients with GA in eyes.
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    35 分