Between Two Temples

Interview with Ali Khan, the founder and CEO of the Academy of Ophthalmic Education, Forrest Lecturer at Ryerson University, Seneca College, and Georgian College, Special Faculty at the University of Toronto Department of Ophthalmology, President of Optical Express and the mind behind the first ever optical franchise business, and past president of the College of Opticians of Ontario. We discuss Ali's journey from the day he landed in Canada from India, and started from the bottom of the optical industry and eventually climbed to the top where he helped shape many of the programs and regulations we have today. Ali's career path mirrors the progression of the fields of opticianry and optometry, and reminds us how much the field can change in short periods of time. We end our discussion with a look ahead at what Ali and the AOE have in store for us, including the launch of AOE's very own online CE platform for US and Canadian ODs (free for students), a COVD approved 100 hour Vision Therapy course, destination CE in the Bahamas, and plans for the 2020 University Hospital Network Eyeball. You can learn more about the AOE and upcoming events here, currently highlighting: https://www.aoece.com/?page_id=227 - 2020 CE Jan 23-25 in Atlantis, Nassau, Bahamas featuring Dr. Whitney Hauser, Dr. Scott Schacter, Dr. Andrew Morgenstern, Dr. Alan Glazier, Dr. Patrick Quiad and Dr. Curt Baxstrom - Fall of 2019 AOE Online COPE approved CE platform https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-khan-42094235/ http://www.optometricinsights.com/podcast/

Interview with Dr. Mahta Rasouli, OMD. Have you wondered if there is anything coming to displace fax in our profession, or if there is a better way to send referrals and co-manage patients with OMDs? Dr. Mahta Rasouli is an ophthalmologist practicing in Edmonton, Alberta. She is the founder and national medical director of e-eyecare. She identified a need for change in our health care system after treating many patients who are forced to travel to Edmonton from hundreds of kilometers away. After studying the subject further, she realized that many issues related to eye care could be managed remotely by an ophthalmologist. This lead to the creation of e-eyecare, as a save-and-forward method of information delivery, with the hope of enhancing Canadian patients’ access to ocular care, and saving our health care system much needed funds. Her platform is live and functional, and you can access it for free via https://www.e-eyecare.com/doctors/ For questions, you can contact Dr. Rasouli at info@e-eyecare.com

This is an episode you don't want to miss especially if you are just getting started in your career. Ensure you are aware of all the insurance/investment instruments available to you before jumping into any permanent/long term plans, and find out one way the truly wealthy invest and shelter their investments. On today's episode: Interview with David Boldovitch, who works as a financial adviser and group benefits broker under his own company, Bold Financial Services based in Toronto. David has strong ties to the ophthalmic community, having previously owned and operated a turnkey equipment rental company called MTSP that provided everything from OCT/HRTs to YAG Lasers and Fundus Cameras for ODs and OMDs. He also owned and distributed his own line of private label contact lenses, called PCL Contacts for several years, before selling both businesses and transitioning into financial services. David has been doing talks at the University of Waterloo for the last few years on everything personal insurance related, and today he shares with us what you need to know when it comes to protecting yourself and your loved ones for the long haul, and protecting your hard earned income through unique tax saving structures. You'll learn about life insurance plans, investing within them and tax advantages you can benefit from, critical illness insurance, and disability insurance. You can contact David, and find out more about him, and the services he offers across the majority of Canada through here: https://www.boldfinancial.ca/About

Interview with Dr. Michael Kreuzer, who graduated from the University of Waterloo in 2017, and within a year opened up his own clinic, Glasses Half Full, from scratch. Michael practices out of Edmonton, Alberta, and shares with us his story of preparation to go from graduate to clinic owner, and what his first year as an owner looked like. You can find out more about his office at https://www.glasseshalffull.com/our-team/ as well as follow him and his team on Instagram at @Glasses.Half.Full

My interview with Kristen Bentley, OD and Life Coach. Kristen is a seasoned life and leadership coach, and is now an international trainer for, and on the faculty of, the world's largest coach training school: The Coaches Training Institute. Our conversation takes us through Kristen's career within optometry, and her eventual transition out of it and into life/career coaching. Kristen shares with us advice, lessons, and insight into her current line of work, how she helps her clients achieve success and fulfillment in their lives, and offers practical wisdom for anyone at a crossroads in their career. To learn more about Kristen, and her work, see here: http://whole-lifeleadership.com/kristen-bentley/

Interview with Stephen Freedman of WhiteHaven Securities, an investment broker and dealer with over 40 years of experience across almost all asset classes. We discuss personal wealth management, alternative investments, and an in depth looked at fixed income investment vehicles outside of the traditional public bond and equity markets. Broaden your investment horizons with this week's episode. For more info, please find Stephen on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenfreedmandealoftheyear/ Disclaimer: The material in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is never intended to be taken as investment advice. Please speak with a licensed and accredited investment broker before any investment decisions. The Between Two Temples Podcast, Optometric Insights, and myself do not endorse, or receive endorsement from any of the investment vehicles discussed.

Interview with Dr. Peter Rozanec and Dr. Glen Chiasson, ODs, the founders of the Canadian Optometry Group email forum and past co-hosts of the International Optometry Podcast. Topics include issues surrounding the field of optometry today, Peter and Glen's practice tips and advice, and the start and growth of the Canadian Optometry Group forum.

Interview with Dr. Gerry Leinweber, one of the founding doctors of Canadian Vision Care. In this episode we discuss the history and major projects that CVC is involved in, with emphasis on the Brenda Strafford Clinic, which will be CVC's first clinic operating on a full time basis out of Montego Bay, Jamaica. We also touch on personal electronic health records, the progress and challenges facing developing countries when it comes to their health care needs, and getting involved with charitable organizations like the CVC if you are someone looking to donate your skills to those who need it most. To find out more about the CVC, please see here: https://www.canadianvisioncare.com/

Interview with Craig Bahl, founder of Steelforme, on topics including starting your own business, opening an optometry clinic with his wife Dr. Ritu Bahl OD in a growing city, getting your MBA, and the stages of a clinic's growth from start to stability.

Interview with Dr. Ike Ahmed, OMD, one of the top ophthalmologists in the world, winner of Canada's top 40 under 40 award, and expert in glaucoma, cataract, and complex ocular surgery management. We discuss Dr. Ahmed's work in advancing and developing Micro Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) and it's growing role in management of glaucoma patients, along with new products and drugs being developed in the field of glaucoma, and lessons/advice Dr. Ahmed has collected from his years of practice. To learn more about Dr. Ahmed, you can read and follow his work here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmedike/ http://www.prismeyeinstitute.com/about/our-doctors/dr-ike-ahmed/ http://www.tlcvision.ca/laser-eye-surgeons/dr-ike-ahmed/ http://www.utovs.com/98-faculty/faculty-members/a/133-ike-ahmed https://www.youtube.com/user/journey104

Interview with Dr. Alan Ulsifer, the founder and CEO of FYi doctors, on topics such as the idea, start, and growth of FYi Doctors into a nationwide brand with hundreds of clinics across Canada, along with the future of the eyecare industry, being a successful entrepreneur, and CEO, and preparing for change within your career. This episode is brought to you by FYi Doctors, who are currently hiring optometrists for position all across Canada, with rewarding incentives and multiple opportunities for upcoming graduates and current doctors. If interested in learning more, please contact Kelly Plourde at kelly.plourde@fyidoctors.com or 1-403-234-2020 x 7277

Interview with Dr. Ritesh Patel, of See and Be Seen Eyecare, on topics including starting a practice in a saturated market, differentiating yourself and your clinic, and why staying up to date on the latest technology and methods of patient interaction is crucial to success today

Interview with Dr. Alan Glazier on topics including ODs on FB, its start and future, advertising and marketing for small businesses, and growth tips for your clinic

Interview with Dr. Richard Maharaj on topics including dry eye specialization, and medical optometry as a sustainable business model for optometry practices going forward, including how to start one from scratch.

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