Eaglet Eye

Episode Show Notes In this episode, we are hosting one of the leading contact lens educators, Dr. Jason Jedlicka. Dr. Jedlicka is a respected authority on treating patients that need specialty lenses and is a FAAO, a FSLS, and a FCLSA . He is also a Diplomate of the American Academy of Optometry’s Section on Cornea, Contact Lenses and Refractive Technologies. Only about 160 doctors are members of this prestigious section of the AAO. Finally, and probably most important to him, he is Clinical Professor and Chief of the Cornea and Contact Lens Service at Indiana University School of Optometry. In part one of our interview with Dr. Jedlicka, we discuss lenses as part of a visual system, the value of efficiency of technology in support of diagnostic fitting and height versus curvature in lens fitting. He also talks about the value of having profilometry data to go back to in certain cases. Resources Book a virtual demo with the ESP The post Episode 018: Profilometry and Lens Fitting Efficiency with Dr. Jason Jedlicka (Part 1) appeared first on Eaglet Eye.

Episode Show Notes Navigating the learning curve of specialty lenses requires shifting your focus from practice revenue to a genuine passion for transforming your patients’ lives, and Dr. Dixon is here to show us exactly how that mindset builds a thriving practice. In Part Two of our deep dive with Dr. Jaimen Dixon, we continue our conversation on growing a specialty lens practice. Key highlights: Managing referred patients strategically to actively reinforce and strengthen trust with the referring doctor. “Flexing the technology”: predicting lens dynamics with scleral profilometry and boosting patient capture rates with wavefront-guided aberrometry. Dr. Dixon’s inspiring journey of overcoming matching hurdles to build a premier specialty lens practice without completing a formal residency. In case you missed it, check out part 1. Resources Treecity Eyecare TEEM virtual assistants for Optometry GSLS Vision By Design ICSC Ovitz Xwave aberrometer  Schedule a demo at Eaglet Eye The post Episode 017: The Referred Patient with Jaimen Dixon (Part 2) appeared first on Eaglet Eye.

Episode Show Notes Just when one thinks there is nothing more to learn about building referrals, Dr. Jaimen Dixon proves us wrong. In Part One of our deep dive with Dr. Jaimen Dixon, we explore the pivotal decisions that shaped his practice. Key highlights: Dr. Dixon’s decision-making process when purchasing his practice. Navigating staff management and the strategic use of Virtual Assistants. Effective strategies for building referral networks- featuring ideas that haven’t been discussed before. Stay Tuned for Part Two: In the next episode, we will discuss managing patient referrals in such a way that strengthens the relationship with the referring doctor, utilizing advanced technology such as profilometry and aberrometry, and self-educational resources. Resources Treecity Eyecare TEEM virtual assistants for Optometry GSLS Vision By Design ICSC Schedule a demo at Eaglet Eye The post Episode 016: New Ideas in Building Referrals with Jaimen Dixon (Part 1) appeared first on Eaglet Eye.

Episode Show Notes Let’s travel down to Scott, Louisiana, to visit with Dr. Ryan Cazares of Scott Eye Care. You may recognize Ryan from his practice management articles in Review of Optometric Business, but his story stands out for one specific reason: location. Unlike most doctors we interview who rely on affluent neighborhoods for specialty lens growth, Dr. Cazares isn’t in a wealthy area. Yet, he successfully transformed his practice into a booming referral center. In this episode, we explore exactly how he defied the odds and operationalized his clinic for rapid growth in a low-income community. Fun Fact: Ryan is also a musician! To get us in the mood, we’re kicking things off with a track from his band, Dr. C and the GrisGris, inspired by Louisiana’s rich musical heritage. Resources: Scott Eye Care Ryan’s business case study Be More Efficient With Productive Systems by Ryan Cazares, OD – article Contact Eaglet Eye for a virtual demonstration The post Episode 015: High-End Care, Low-Income Area with Dr. Ryan Cazares appeared first on Eaglet Eye.

Episode Show Notes Today, we’re taking a field trip to Balaguer, Spain, a picturesque town west of Barcelona at the edge of the Pyrenees foothills. Our guest, Dr. Javier Rojas, invites us into his specialty lens practice to explore what eye care looks like in Spain. Together, we discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of building a successful specialty lens practice in Spain and Europe, from patient management to the growing adoption of higher order aberration (HOA) management. Dr. Rojas is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a Diplomate in the Cornea, Contact Lenses and Refractive Technologies Section of the AAO. Shortly after recording, he also earned his PhD, focusing on ocular surface shape and soft lens fitting. Resources: Natural Optics Balaguer website – https://lentsdecontacte.cat/ Eaglet Eye website – https://www.eaglet-eye.com/ Schedule an on-line demo – https://www.eaglet-eye.com/book-an-online-demo/ Is there someone you would like to us to interview for the podcast? Is there subject matter you would like us to explore? Contact Ted Newill at [email protected] with your thoughts. The post Episode 014: Dr. Javier Rojas on Specialty Lenses and HOA Management appeared first on Eaglet Eye.