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Welcome to an inspiring conversation with Easy Anyama. In today's episode, we're joined by Easy Anyama, a trailblazer at the intersection of AI and healthcare, transforming eye care through initiatives like ODX Health and Eyedeal Innovations. As a leader in the field, Easy's pioneering spirit extends to his roles in organizations like the American Optometric Student Association and AOA's Telehealth Council. Tune in as we delve into Easy's journey, from AI innovations to his passion for low vision devices, all while maintaining a balanced approach to optometry student life. Some of the episode highlights include: 1. Introduction of Easy to eye care and optometry 2. Learn about his passion for technology 3. Understand his mentorship philosophy, they will be a Future Me! 4. Check out his amazing theory of  a "No counter" & much more.. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Boomer Lingo" and "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest. Guest LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eanyamaSupport the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Dr. Eric Rosenberg, a distinguished Cornea and Complex Anterior Segment Surgeon at SightMD and Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at New York Medical College. With a passion for education and a keen interest in the fusion of technology, engineering, and medicine, Dr. Rosenberg is at the forefront of innovation in ophthalmology. He serves on the executive Digital Committee at ASCRS and is a co-founder of MetaMed Media.Some of the episode highlights include: Journey into Eye Care industry: Dr. Rosenberg shares his unexpected path into ophthalmology, discussing the moments that ignited his passion for the field of eye care and more. Professional Odyssey: Explore his career trajectory, from residency, to fellowship at Weill Cornell, to being a professor and then diving into eyetech. Digital Visualization: Understand the importance of digital visualization in modern ophthalmology and eye care to help transform diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient education.MetaMed Media's Metaverse:   Learn about Dr. Rosenberg's groundbreaking initiative – a metaverse designed specifically for Eye Care Professionals (ECPs). Discover how this innovative platform addresses challenges and fosters collaboration within the eyecare and healthcare community.  Smart Solutions in Eye Care: Gain insights into his  vision for the future of eye care, where smart solutions powered by artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and telemedicine play pivotal roles in enhancing patient care, accessibility, and efficiency. & much more...  Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile: Dr. Eric Rosenberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/student4life/MetaMed Media: https://www.metamedmedia.com/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the show Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Join us on a fascinating journey with Ankit Patel, an Optometrist with a unique path – born and raised in Britain, studied in India from BVP Pune (2009-2014), and acquired his GOC license to practice in the UK in 2016. In this episode, we dive deep into Ankit's eyecare adventure.👁️ Some of the highlights includes:Uncover the serendipitous discovery that led Ankit into the realm of eyecare and optometry.Explore the decision-making process that took Ankit from the UK to India for his optometry education.Gain insights into Ankit's impactful experiences dealing with diverse eye health cases in India and contributing to a larger community.Hear about the challenges Ankit faced on his journey – the hurdles, culture shocks and how he came them Learn about his optometry licensure process in UK & much more. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Ankit Patel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankit-patel-aaa35b124/Instagram Channel: https://www.instagram.com/champions_of_togetherness/Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/revi...Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Get ready to dive into the world of optometry with Bansi, a seasoned optometrist and the founder of Optotutor. With over a decade of experience, including a notable role as Director at Islington Specsavers, Bansi shares insights into her journey, from high-profile positions in corporate retail to the creation of Optotutor, dedicated to guiding and supporting the next generation of optometry professionals. Discover the story behind her entrepreneurial venture and learn how she turned challenges, including those posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, into opportunities for growth and innovation.👁️ Highlights Includes:1. Gain insights into how Bansi's corporate optometry stint honed her business skills, becoming a catalyst for her success.2. Uncover the fascinating origin story of Optotutor and the motivations that drove Bansi to create this unique platform for pre-registration optometry students.3. Navigate the twists and turns of how Bansi ingeniously transformed challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic into unforeseen opportunities within the optometry landscape.4. Explore Bansi's post-graduation support system, where she not only guides pre-registration students but also helps fresh graduates, showcasing her commitment to fostering success beyond the classroom.🎧Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Bansi Dhamecha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bansi-dhamecha-65777b59/OptoTutor:  https://www.optotutor.com/Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Embark on a riveting journey through the world of optometry in our latest episode of the Nerdy Optometrist Podcast! 🤓✨ This time, we delve deep into the remarkable career of Dr. Lisa Hornick, a seasoned professional with over two decades of clinical expertise. Join us for an illuminating conversation as Dr. Lisa Hornick shares her insights, experiences, and the passion that fuels her dedication to optometry. 🌟🔍 Episode Highlights:Optometry Beginnings and Navy Scholarship: Dr. Hornick shares the intriguing story of her entry into the world of optometry, unraveling the details of her journey from civilian life to enrolling in the US Navy scholarship program.Leadership and Navy Duty: Explore Dr. Hornick's exceptional leadership skills honed during her active Navy duty and gaining insights into her experiences.Business management: Discover the turning point in Dr. Hornick's career as she reflects on her decision to pursue an MBA, unraveling the strategic mindset that has shaped her approach to optometry.Author's Odyssey: Be inspired by the incredible story of Dr. Hornick's venture into the world of literature. Learn about her path to becoming an author and the stories she's shared with the world.🎧Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Lisa Hornick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-hornick-od-faao/ Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Welcome, dear listeners, to another enlightening episode  where we dive deep into the world of eye care and media, exploring the stories and insights of experts who are shaping this vital industry.Our guest for today, Matt Young  is an industry titan, a visionary leader whose name is synonymous with excellence in eye care media. Founder & CEO of Media MICE.  He spent nearly 20 years in eye care and lived in Asia-Pacific for 17 years, working to build media, marketing and conference businesses along the way. With years of experience and a profound dedication to the cause, they've not only witnessed the evolution of this industry but have also played a pivotal role in shaping its future.Matt has built eye care’s freshest media and marketing agency, and they're everywhere – from APAC to EMEA to North America to LATAM. That makes them a one-stop media house from East to West. Media Mice goes to over  30+ shows worldwide. They are perfect intersection of eyeballs and words.Some of the episode highlights include; Discover how an unexpected twist of fate turned a simple accident into the foundation of a massive eye care media house. Uncover the captivating stories behind the unique names that define this influential media brand.Explore the real-life challenges and triumphs faced by the team behind the scenes, as they navigate the ever-changing world of eye care media. & much more.. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Matt Young: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mediamicematt/Media Mice : https://www.linkedin.com/company/media-mice/Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

You're not alone, you are not the first to go through it and your not going to be the last -- Dwanye Johnson The Rock. In this episode, we dive deep into the impact social media can have on our mental health and overall well being. It is important to be mindful and not let the negativity impact you. I sit across a social media influencer, Dr. Kristie Nguyen, who is  a board-certified optometrist and  currently serves as a contract doctor for Dr. David Fenestra & Associates in Orlando, FL. She is a icon, optometrist, Brand ambassador, entrepreneur, mom, a true Diva. Some of the episode highlights include:1. Understanding the real problem. 2. Ways to keep a sanity check and how to avoid negative impact 3. Enjoying your own journey and trying to avoid any comparison. 4. Overcoming the feeling of you are not good enough.& much more... Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Boomer Lingo " to get some interesting insights about our guests knowledge regarding the trending lingo.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Kristie Nguyen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkristienguyen/Previous episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFy7ikYvRToMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better- Pat RileyIn this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection between clinical, business and research roles, exploring how perseverance can impact professional success. Dr. Dave is an Optometrist, Researcher and Inventor. He is the owner of an Optometry practice in Coventry, specializing in Dry eye, Myopia and Keratoconus. Dr. Dave has published papers in numerous journals and is co-author of Orthokeratology: Principals & Practice and has lectured all over the World. He is the Founder and Chairman of Optimed - the developer of CAPTIV8 Connect, a patient engagement, e-referral and digital healthcare solution for Ophthalmologists and Optometrists.Some of the episode highlights are:Transition between clinical, research and entrepreneurshipImportance of doing research before diving into anything you want to achieve.  Connecting with people for knowledge and not just for your personal benefit.  Learning from all critical feedbacks and being persistent towards their goal& much more..Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Trusit Dave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trusitdave/Captiv8connect: https://www.optimed.co.uk/home/captiv8/Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection between optometry and corporate roles, exploring how curiosity to trying something new can impact professional success. Dr. Chang, is residency-trained optometrist living her best life in California. Her interests include anterior segment pathologies, refractive surgery, and specialty contact lenses. She currently works as a clinical sales consultant for Johnson and Johnson Vision's myopia team, where she launched Acuvue Abiliti in the Central California & Los Angeles territories. In her free time, she is the co-host of the podcast "The Cornea Corner", where she likes to talk science about eyeballs. Some of the episode highlights include: 1. Transition from Clinical to Corporate world. 2. Impact we can create as part of the industry. 3. Ability to zoom in and out of different roles and challenges in our industry. & much more... Join us as we uncover valuable insights and practical tips for professionals in various corporate settings and promote a vision-centric approach to leadership.Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Priscilla Chang : https://www.linkedin.com/in/priscillawchang/The Cornea corner : https://www.thecorneacorner.com/Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook.Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

 No matter where life takes you, don't forget where you came from. This is true for our guest for this episode who just did not come back to the roots but is also redefining vision and opportunities in India. In this episode, I had an opportunity to sit across and talk to Ms. Isha Dave, who completed her optometry education in the UK but decided to move back to India to explore various opportunities.She is a Fellow of IACLE and BCLA. Proprietor and Senior Optometrist at Primary Eye Care Centre, with areas of interest in specialty contact lenses and myopia management.  Senior Faculty at Lotus College of Optometry, Mumbai and a co-Founder of Asira Optometry EMR and Practice Management tool. In this episode we dive deep into topics like; How she was born to be an optometristLearn about her experiences in the UK Understand her reasons to be back to IndiaLearn about Asira and how the future of optometry is changing in India and all around the world. Get inspired from her adventures and get ready to think about your own. and much more. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Ms. Isha Dave : https://www.linkedin.com/in/isha-dave-36b729249/Asira : https://www.asira.health/Music courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/reviews/new/Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

The essential question is not, "How busy you are but, What are you busy with? "Our guest for this episode, helps us better understand this question. He helps us look into the proven industry concepts that will help transforming our business in to being more productive. In this episode, I had an opportunity to sit across and talk to Mr. Ankit Patel, who's  personal vision is to help people, organizations and communities flourish by using the proven thinking and methodology associated with Lean Transformations and Flourishing concepts.As the CEO of Classic Vision care he the overall operation of the company. He plans out a company's overall strategies and policies. Prior to founding The Lean Way Consulting and being the CEO of Classic Vision Care, he was a Lean consultant with computer giant Dell and has also worked with the world-renowned Cleveland clinic.  In this episode we dive deep into topics like;  How did it all startedLearn the meaning of lean transformationUnderstand its application in independent practice Learn about the challenges in the journeyUnderstand the process of implementing Lean business concepts & moreConnect with the Guest: Email: ankit@mybcat.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankitpatelcvc/ Website: https://www.mybcat.com/Follow me on your favorite  social media channel to get all the updates:www.nerdyoptometrist.comMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

While we all still struggling to understand and absorb new technologies, our guest for this episode has already created an Optical Metaverse for the eye care industry. It was a great pleasure to interview Charlene Nichols, founder of My Vision Show and SellSMART not hard, a leading innovator of Optical Near ME, Frames Library and The Optical Metaverse. In this episode we dive deep into topics like;  How did it all start? Understand more about all her innovations Talk about the  meaning of Metaverse and Optical metaverse, the present and future. Learn about her roadblocks & challenges& much more. Guest LinkedIn profile:Charlene Nichols : https://www.linkedin.com/in/theopticalmetaverse/Website:  https://theomniverse.city/Follow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

"Technology is best when it brings people together" and in this episode I had an opportunity to sit across and chat with two entrepreneurs who founded technology that is helping the entire eye care industry,  specially the independent eye care practitioners.Mr. Dave Barton, is an experienced eyewear and eCommerce entrepreneur, optician, and CEO, having founded three companies including Optify and Dr. Janelle Davison,  is an award-winning and nationally recognized eye care provider, expert optometrist with 15 years of eye health and prevention experience, specializing in dry eye disease and optometry aesthetics. Both our guests share how their award winning technology is changing the lives of the practitioners, one practice at a time. Some of the episode highlights include:  How Dave and Dr, Davison started their journey as a tech founder without any technical background but industry knowledge. Learn about important data points we need to keep in mind when we add new technology in our practiceGet a deeper understanding on how Optify and Paradeyem can be seamlessly part of your workflow and help increase your revenue.Understand how sometimes it is important to review ROI differently when it comes to investing in technology and why it is important to do so for our team and patient experience. & much moreAlong with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dave Barton: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-barton Dr. Janelle Davison: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-janelle-od-028aa824Product Links: Optify: https://www.optifyonline.com/Get a limited-time launch fee discount of $1,000 off (normally $1,500), so only $500 to launch Optify by referencing this episode. "Optify Lunch & Learn" for the month of March. When they book a 15 min Optify demo, they will receive a $25 UberEats® gift card for lunch. Book the demo by clicking on this link:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jenndenham/nerdy-optometryOptify,  is currently only available in the United States and Canada. Add your country to the waitlist: https://share.hsforms.com/1tsaYOyyZQD6L0xI9r8ccmAc5i14 )Paradeyem: https://paradeyem.com/Follow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Optify - Voted #1 sales tool in 2022 Optify is modernizing practices nationwide by empowering opticians & providing best sales tool!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

It's always hard to take risks but a risk backed by passion and creativity can lead to beautiful invention and innovation. In this episode, I had a pleasure to sit and chat with Ms. Suzanne Sendel, an entrepreneur, innovator and style icon. Suzanne decided to join the optical industry and reinvent herself at the age of 52. She is now an icon and well known for her niche and eye for luxury eyewear. Some of the episode highlights include: 1. How her magic glasses made her join the optical industry 2. Learn more about how transitional skills helped her during her transition into the the optical industry3. Learn how a dream and idea at night lead to the invention of FTG(FrameToGo)4. While things are successful today, there were several challenges in the journey and learn how persistence and passion support her during difficult times. & much more.Along with all of the learnings check out our fun game segment "This or That " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Suzanne Sendel : https://ca.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-sendel-83151a2aProduct links: www.theoriginalftg.comwww.catherinedemedici1533.comwww.roundteneyewear.comwww.eyewearcustomization.comwww.greeneyewear.comwww.caroneyewear.comFollow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Thanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes: https://www.nerdyoptometrist.com/revi...Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Passion is hard to follow but it is truly magical when you combine your passion and work. In this episode, I had a pleasure to sit and chat with Optom. Maruee Pahuja who is a  specialty contact lens consultant, ocularist, visual artist and expressive Arts practitioner. She shares how practicing art can help in healing and together we can provide a more holistic healthcare practice. Some of the episode highlights include: How she bumped into the world of optometry Learn what is visual arts and expressive artLearn how art can healthcare can be practiced together to bring more positive outcome in life. & much more..Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Maruee Pahuja : https://www.linkedin.com/in/maruee-pahuja-1433bb97/Episode supported by: TorchIt: https://mytorchit.com/Follow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade-  This might sound cliché but in this conversation I had a opportunity to speak with Dr. Glenda- Aleman Moheeputh who believes in this philosophy and has constantly challenged the norms, broken barriers and paved her own path with pure determination. She is the owner of 2 speciality contact lens practices,  myopia management expert, currently serves as the president of the American Academy of Myopia Control and Orthokeratology (AAOMC) South Florida Chapter and also serves on the Chair Advisory Committee of the Broward College Opticianry program.Some of the episode highlights include: Learn how she bumped into the optical and optometry world Learn the power of manifestation, positivity and determinationImportance of giving your 100% even if its a simple college project&much more. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire " to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Glenda- Aleman Moheeputh:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenda-aleman-moheeputh/Website link: https://www.orthoklove.com/doctors/Latino Awareness initiative : https://www.instagram.com/latinosenoptometry/Episode supported by:Eye&Ear:  https://eyeandear.com/Promo: Please register for 50% off our Essential Onboarding at: https://eyeandear.com/collections/registration-onboarding-kitsFollow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Eye and Ear A collaborative program of hearing solution specially designed for eye care practitionersDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

A small initiative can lead to massive opportunity. We all hear about the power of networking and reaching out to  people, but let me share this great episode which was simply possible because of a LinkedIn message. In this episode- I had an opportunity to chat with Mr. Hunny Bhagchandani founder of TorchIt. TorchIt is  a Government of India aided Social Startup; that work towards upliftment & empowerment of the differently-abled community to help them realize their dreams of living their lives with a feeling of independence. their  Assistive Aids, have been used by more than 50,000 differently-abled people, not only PAN India but also in African continent, South Korea, USA etc. Some of the episode highlights include: Learning how a small incident , sparked an idea for a startup companyLearn about the importance of keeping a balance between ethics and business Power of mentorship Understand the 3 pillars that will help you define the value of your startup &much more..Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire "& "This or That  segment" to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile: Mr. Hunny Bhagchandani:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunnybhagchandani/Email Address:  hunny@mytorchit.comWebsite link:  https://mytorchit.com/#:~:text=Torchit%20is%20a%20Govt.,Artificial%20Intelligence%20and%20Machine%20Learning.Shark Tank India Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgjvPS9UsNwFollow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

Taking the leap of faith can be scary but the world is always beautiful on the other side. In this episode, I had the privilege to speak with Dr. Stephanie Woo. Dr. Woo was born and raised in Lake Havasu City, AZ and graduated with honors from theSouthern California College of Optometry. Dr. Woo owns the Contact Lens Institute of Nevada, a clinic dedicated entirely to custom contact lenses. She is also the founder of Woo University – a non-profit company dedicated to providing high quality education to eye care professionals.Some of the episode highlights include: How did she start her journey.Learn more about the challenges that she faced to start a  specialty contact lens practice. Learn about the mission and vision of the Woo UniversityAlong with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire segment" to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Stephanie Woo : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stephanie-woo/Woo university: https://www.woou.org/Episode supported by:Eye&Ear:  https://eyeandear.com/Promo: Please register for 50% off our Essential Onboarding at: https://eyeandear.com/collections/registration-onboarding-kitsFollow me on your favorite  social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Eye and EarA collaborative program of hearing solution specially designed for eye care practitionersEye and Ear A collaborative program of hearing solution specially designed for eye care practitionersDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

 “I stand on the shoulders of giants, and consider it my duty to keep this legacy alive,” says Dr. Ramsey.When someone coins such a powerful quote, you know you are in for an inspirational session. In this episode, I had the pleasure to sit across Dr. Adam Ramsey and learn about optometry and beyond. Dr. Ramsey, is a board certified optometrist, business owner, author, speaker, thought leader, and much more. His work has definitely changed the eye care perspective for many. Some of the episode highlights include: His story behind how he bumped into this profession and at the same time saw a gap in the industry which needs immediate attention. We talk about how he started his practice without any prior experience. When industry plays chess, you surely can't play checkersLearn how it is our duty to be more inclusive and contribute towards creating the awareness. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire segment" to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Adam Ramsey : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-adam-ramsey-36009348/Book link : Play Chess Not Checkers - https://amzn.to/3e2xLAlBlack eyecare perspective : https://blackeyecareperspective.com/Episode supported byThank you Nanodropper for supporting this episode.Visit https://nanodropper.com/ to order your adaptor today!Follow me on social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Nanodropper Small Drops, Big Vision. Reduce Cost | Increase Access | Promote Eye HealthDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.

" Soren Kierkegaard once said: Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards" Dr. Alan Glazier's favorite quote. It's always exciting and inspiring to sit across a visionary who is constantly pushing everyone to do better. Dr. Alan Glazier needs no introduction and is surely a trailblazer who has inspired several people in our industry to always try to do something new and different while also giving back to the community. It was a sheer pleasure and honor to learn more about him as a person above and beyond optometry. Some of the episode highlights are: How he never wanted to join optometry as his father was an optometrist but life had something else planned for him. Learn more about his personal story where he turned his biggest challenge into an opportunity.  Hear some behind the scene stories how he became a social media expert and start the first of its kind optometry TV show on youtube with his FluoreScene media. We also dive into his introduction to NFTs and how it will impact the eye care industry. Along with all of the learnings check out our fun "Rapid Fire segment" to get some interesting insights about our guest.Guest LinkedIn profile:Dr. Alan Galzier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanglazier/ODs on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/groups/122070001227892FluoreScene Youtube channel : https://www.youtube.com/c/FluoresceneDrAlanGlazierMonokul : https://www.monokul.ai/Episode supported by:Eye&Ear:  https://eyeandear.com/Promo: Please register for 50% off our Essential Onboarding at: https://eyeandear.com/collections/registration-onboarding-kitsFollow me on social media to get all the updates:https://linktr.ee/nerdyoptometristMusic courtesy: A. R. Rahman & Bhagirath Bhatt.Eye and EarA collaborative program of hearing solution specially designed for eye care practitionersEye and Ear A collaborative program of hearing solution specially designed for eye care practitionersDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Youtube and Facebook. Please leave me a review if you enjoyed my episodes.