Optometric Insights Media aims to provide you clinical cases, latest in optometry and other resources that could help you ACCELERATE YOUR SUCCESS in Optometry.
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The Optometric Insights Media podcast is a highly entertaining and informative show that tackles various topics related to the field of optometry. From discussions about eye health and vision care to interviews with experts in the industry, this podcast offers a wealth of knowledge for both professionals and everyday listeners.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the range of topics covered. Whether you're interested in understanding common eye conditions, learning about new advancements in vision technology, or exploring the latest research in optometry, there's something here for everyone. The hosts do an excellent job of breaking down complex concepts into easily understandable terms, making it accessible to both professionals and laypeople alike.
Additionally, the guests featured on this podcast are top-notch. They bring a wealth of experience and expertise to each episode, providing valuable insights that listeners can apply to their own lives or practices. It's refreshing to hear from individuals who are at the forefront of their respective fields and are passionate about advancing knowledge in optometry.
However, one potential downside of this podcast is that it may not cater to those who are not involved in or have a strong interest in optometry. While the hosts do a great job of making the content accessible, some episodes may be too specialized for casual listeners. That being said, if you have even a passing interest in eye health or if you work in the field of optometry, this podcast is definitely worth checking out.
In conclusion, The Optometric Insights Media podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in staying informed about eye health and vision care. With engaging discussions, insightful interviews, and a host of knowledgeable guests, this show provides valuable information that can improve our understanding and appreciation for all things related to optometry. I highly recommend giving it a listen!
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Send a textAbout Dr. Monica JongDr. Monica Jong is the Global Director of Professional Education, Myopia at Johnson& Johnson Vision where she leads practitioner education initiatives around the world to support evidence-based myopia management.She was the former Executive Director of the International Myopia Institute, an organization she helped co-found. In this role Monica led the development of white papers and key initiatives to bring consensus to the field of myopia management by bringing together leading researchers, clinicians, educators, policy-makers and public health experts. Today these key white papers are utilized by peak health bodies and professional eye care associations worldwide.Monica has published numerous peer reviewed articles in high impact journals in the areas of epidemiology, high myopia and clinical trials. She co-created the first global online education program in myopia at the Brien Holden Vision Institute. She was also the scientific secretary of the WHO meeting on myopia in 2015 and co-authored the WHO report on the Impact of Myopia and High Myopia. Monica was the former secretary of the Refractive Error Working group of the International Agency for Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) and contributed to position papers and advocacy initiatives in refractive error.Monica has practiced optometry in private and corporate, rural and urban settings as well as public health. She is passionate about research and education and continues to mentor graduate students from developing and developed countries. Monica has presented at more than 400 global scientific and practitioner meetings. Monica like to keep physically and mentally fit byalso practicing Muay Thai, the art of eight limbs while spending time with her two children.
Send a textAbout Azinda MorrowDr. Azinda Morrow is currently an Associate Optometrist at Silicon Valley Eyecare Optometry & Contact Lenses in Santa Clara, CA. She earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from SUNY College of Optometry in 2017 and completed her residency in Cornea and Contact Lenses at the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago, IL in 2018. After completion of her residency, she was an Assistant Clinical Professor at the SUNY College of Optometry / University Eye Center and responsible for clinical supervision of students and residents in both the Cornea / Contact Lens and Myopia Management clinics. In addition, she taught in pre-clinical laboratories and was involved in clinical research. Now in private practice, Dr. Morrow continues to provide full-scope care to patients of all ages, as well as continuing her passion of caring for patients with specialty contact lens and myopia management needs. Dr. Morrow is also a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and a member of the American Optometric Association.---Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/
Send a textAbout Dr. Rishi P. Singh MD,Dr. Rishi P. Singh MD is a staff surgeon, vice president, and chief medical officer at theCleveland Clinic Martin Health and Professor of Ophthalmology at the Lerner College of Medicine in Cleveland Ohio. He received his bachelors and medical degrees from Boston University and completed his residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Infirmary Harvard Combined Program in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Singh then completed a medical and surgical fellowship at the Cole Eye Institute in Cleveland, Ohio.He specializes in the treatment of medical and surgical retinal disease such as diabeticretinopathy, retinal detachment, and age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Singh hasauthored more than 250 peer reviewed publications, books, and book chapters and serves as the principal investigator of numerous national clinical trials advancing the treatment of retinal disease. Dr. Singh is the former president on the Retina World Congress and is on the board of the American Society of Retina Specialists.Dr. Singh has been honored with several research recognitions such as the Alpha Omega Alpha Research Award and American Society of Retina Specialists Senior Honor Award.
Send a textAbout Dr. Sherman Tung,Dr. Sherman Tung, OD FAAO FIAOMC IACMM graduated from Illinois College of Optometry. As a 4th Year ICO externship preceptor, he is dedicated to mentoring future optometrists. A former president of BC Doctors of Optometry and recipient of the 2019 Optometrist of the Year award, Dr. Tung is celebrated for his contributions to advancing optometric standards. In addition to his role as co-chair for the accreditation team at the AAOMC (American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control), he owns and operates his private practice, Eyelab, Doctors of Optometry, in Vancouver, BC, Canada, where he continues to provide exceptional eye care services to the community.IG: @helloeyelab
Send a textAbout Dr. Justin KwanDr. Justin Kwan is a 2009 graduate of Berkeley Optometry and went on to do a contact lens and dry eye residency at SCCO. He taught and saw patients there for eight years before moving to Chicago in 2018, joining a private practice. In April 2020, he transitioned to CooperVision full time, dedicated to myopia management. He has given over 100 hours of continuing education. Dr. Kwan is the current president of the Chicago North Side Optometric Society, past Editor in Chief of Clinical & Refractive Optometry, past chair of the Fellows Doing Research SIG of the Academy, and a member of the Intrepid Eye Society.
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Send a textI want to give a special thank you to Syndexis for being a sponsor of The Myopia Podcast. If you're not aware Syndexis is a biopharmaceutical company that was founded in 2014, they're based in Del Mar California.Their mission is to develop a proprietary stable accurate effectivesafe topical eye drop to treat the progression of myopia in childrenand to minimize the risk of co-morbidities later in life. They're on the cusp of a new treatment paradigm to fight myopia progression in children, they're in the late stage of their pivotal phase 3 trial for their investigation medication SYD1 01.The Myopia Podcast and myself are rooting for them and are watching Syndexis closely. Stay tuned!FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastRSS FeedSee All
Send a textAbout Dr. Shane Kannarr, ODShane R. Kannarr, OD, practices in Pittsburg, Kansas. He opened Kannarr Eye Care in2009. The practice has grown into a busy three doctor-three location practice.Much of this growth can be attributed to embracing patient needs first and foremostand utilizing technology to differentiate the practice.Dr. Kannarr has lectured regionally and nationally to both staff and colleagues on avariety of optometric topics including: contact lenses, disease, and practicemanagement. He is on the medical staff at two local hospitals. During this time, Dr.Kannarr has also been the principal investigator over 150 studies for contact lenses,solutions, pharma, and devices. He has authored and co authored multiple articlesand posters. He also is involved with industry as well as multiple advisory boardsand speaker panels. Dr. Kannarr is also a Vision Source Administrator.----Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/
Send a textAbout Jackson Lau, OD, FAAO, FSLSDr. Jackson Lau is the Senior Manager of Professional Relations at Euclid Vision Corporation. He obtained his Doctor of Optometry from the UC Berkeley School of Optometry. After completing a residency in Cornea and Contact Lenses at the Illinois College of Optometry, he joined a high-volume specialty contact lens and myopia management practice in Sunnyvale, CA. Dr. Lau has conducted research on dry eyes and scleral contact lenses and has lectured on topics of corneal disease, myopia management and specialty contact lenses. Since joining Euclid, Dr. Lau focuses on academic and professional relations. He continues to practice in the Silicon Valley and serves as an adjunct clinical faculty for the Illinois College of Optometry and New England College of Optometry.---Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/
Send a textAbout Adele Jefferies MSc(Hons) BOptom(Hons) CertOcPharm(Therapeutics) Adele is a clinical optometrist working in independent practice in Auckland, New Zealand, with special interests in Dry Eye & Ocular Surface Disease, Myopia Management, Contact Lenses and Ocular Therapeutics. She is the National Clinical Manager for Matthews Eyecare; she holds positions on the CPD Accreditation Committee for the New Zealand Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board and the Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal, is the President of the Cornea & Contact Lens Society (NZ), and an Honorary Teaching Fellow at the University of Auckland School of Optometry & Vision Science. She graduated from the University of Auckland in 2003 and completed her Master of Science in 2020. She has been a conference speaker for optometrists & dispensing opticians in Australia and New Zealand, a writer in optometric publications, and a pre-market evaluator of contact lenses, contact lens care solutions and dry eye care products for various companies.----Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/
Send a textThanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The OI Show when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/About Cory PinegarCory Pinegar is Chief Executive Officer of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue. In 2016, at the age of 22, Cory struck gold and purchased the company—then named Recall Solutions—from software giant Weave for just one dollar. Since then, the visionary entrepreneur has grown CallForce from 35 clients to nearly 3,000 and with a workforce of close to 200 employees. CallForce has been named one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. 500 and has been recognized repeatedly by the Salt Lake Tribune as one of the Best Places to Work.In 2021, Cory founded the remote staffing company Teem, which helps simplify hiring international talent. Teem allows businesses to circumvent domestic staffing issues and find qualified talent without worrying about complicated research to understand legalities, fair compensation, and the like.Cory sits on the boards of software-driven dental insurance verification company Verrific as well as The Parkinson's Foundation, devoted to finding a cure for the disease his father was diagnosed with in 2014.Cory studied economics and business at Brigham Young University and spends his leisure time skiing, playing golf, and enjoying the mountain lifestyle.---Thanks to TEEM for their support of this episode. If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member.https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/
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Send us a texthttps://reviewob.com/glp-1-receptor-agonists-and-the-eye/About Dr. Natalie NobleDr. Natalie Noble is a 4th generation optometrist focused on keratoconus, ocular surface and corneal disease, and specialty contact lenses, blending advanced clinical skill with a compassionate style of care. She is dedicated to helping patients feel understood, supported, and confident in their treatment journey—especially those who have struggled to find answers elsewhere. Dr. Noble also serves as a consultant and educator, sharing her expertise in advanced dry eye therapies and scleral lens management with practitioners across the country. Her work is grounded in clinical excellence, empathy, and a commitment to improving the lives of both patients and colleagues.
Send us a textAbout Dr. Monica MillerDr. Monica Miller is a Boston based optometrist and the founder of City Eye Optometry, a 4-location practice inside Lenscrafters. Her practices are built with a young vibe and focus on building systems and teams that allow her to buy back her time and work on the business as opposed to for the business. She paid off $300,000 in student loan debt within 4 years of graduation and now enjoys speaking to students about how, with a little hard work, risk and open mindedness, they can do the same.
Send us a textPetition · Urgent Call for U.S. Children to Have Access to an FDA-Approved Low-Dose Atropine - United States · Change.orgAbout Patrick Johnson, Ph.D.Patrick Johnson joined Sydnexis as Chief Business Officer in 2017. He was instrumental in the Series A and B financings at Sydnexis as well as the corporate alliance with Santen Pharmaceuticals that was established in 2021. Prior to his role at Sydnexis, Patrick was the Vice President of Corporate and Business Development at Allergan, a publicly traded, large-cap pharmaceutical company. At Allergan, Patrick was responsible for establishing dozens of corporate partnerships as well as mergers and acquisitions in eyecare (Allergan's largest therapeutic area) and drug delivery. Prior to Allergan, Patrick was a co-founder of Chimeros, a biotechnology start-up company founded in Santa Barbara in 2005, where he was Vice President of Business Development in addition to leading scientific teams as Director of Biology. Before co-founding Chimeros, Patrick was an adjunct faculty member at the University of California, Santa Barbara (USCB) where he was simultaneously conducting research in the Center for the Study of Macular Degeneration while teaching classes in Neurobiology, Developmental Biology, Introductory Biology, and Biotechnology and Society.Patrick holds a B.S. in biopsychology and a Ph.D. in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology, both from USCB. His doctoral research focused on the development of visual pathways in mammals and his post-doctoral research focused on diseases of the eye, spanning both acute injury (retinal detachment) and chronic disease (age-related macular degeneration).
Send us a textPetition · Urgent Call for U.S. Children to Have Access to an FDA-Approved Low-Dose Atropine - United States · Change.orgAbout Dr. GlazierDr. Glazier is the founder and visionary behind FluoreSCENE Group, the eye care industry's most highly engaged media org. He is founder of Shady Grove Eye and Vision Care, a large medical model practice in Rockville, MD. Honors and accomplishments include selection as one of the 50 most influential optometrists by his peers, 250 “innovators in Optometry by PCON magazine, Maryland Optometrist of the year in 2017. Dr Glazier was the commencement speaker for the New England College of Optometry in 2019 and awarded a Presidential medal by the institution. In 2020 he was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the institution. In 2021 and 2022 he was named in the top 3 of “America's Best Eye Doctors” by Newsweek Magazine. In 2023 he was presented the Distinguished Service Award by the American Optometric Association. He has presented over 100 invited lectures, written numerous journal articles, authored 2 books, has 11 issued and 4 pending patents in ophthalmology and computer science and authored 1 peer reviewed publication in the journal Clinical Ophthalmology. Dr Glazier consults with numerous companies inside and outside the industry, sits on several advisory boards and has been interviewed on CNN, NBC, CBS, Entrepreneur and INC magazines. He resides in Rockville Maryland
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