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Virtual Assistants are not new but are gaining lots of popularity in the independent healthcare space. This week Cory Pinegar of Teem and Dr Joe DeLoach of PCS join to discuss the keys to success when adding a virtual assistnat to your team. Teem’s mission is to help businesses recruit and hire talent quickly and easily, finding unparalleled talent for optometric practices within a timeframe that they didn’t think was possible. Teem members are highly educated, HIPAA compliant and are excellent English speakers. Teem understands pay rates and standards of living across the globe, so an additional benefit to working with Teem is that we make sure the individuals that you hire with Teem are earning a good living for their geographic location. It’s a good deal for you and a good deal for your team members which is why retention rates with Teem are exceptional. CLICK HERE (https://hireteem.com/aaron-werner-podcast/) to connect with Teem.

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On our show today is guest Dr. Chad Fleming out of Wichita, KS. We had an awesome conversation about his practice and his other business, Partners in Profit. The challenge in today’s competitive frame market is twofold: staying ahead of the curve in frame profitability and finding partners who truly have optometry’s best interest in mind. With Partner's in Profit and their frame modeling program, they have a dedication to the private practitioner first, and their partnerships with industry leading frame manufacturers that help keep things fresh, relevant, ahead of the curve, and uncommonly profitable. Take a listen! 

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Our special guest today is Dr. Ben Colston! Dr. Colston owns two practices in Mansfield, TX and the second is in North Richland Hillsand, TX. He is licensed as a Therapeutic Optometrist and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist. He is also an active member of both the American Optometric Association and the Texas Optometric Association. Before opening Eyes on Broad, Dr. Colston practiced at two private practices in North Dallas and in Southlake, Texas.

On this episode we dive into his real estate ventures and talk about how we can add value through our quality of life outside of optometry. 

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Dr. Glenn Ellisor is the Founder and Senior Advisor for Vision Source, a family of 4500 private practice optometrists collaborating to provide quality professional eye care and to support the long-term success of independent optometry. Vision Source clinicians treat an estimated 16 million patients every year.   Before founding Vision Source in 1991, Glenn started three practices in Kingwood, Humble and Cleveland TX. He still practices in the Kingwood location and helps Dr. Amir Khoshnevis determine the strategic direction for the company, while advising and assisting our department leaders in their roles. In recent years he has had two of his children, Wade and Erin, join him in practice.    Links: https://visionsourceinfo.com/           https://visionsource.com/about/ questions@eyecode-education.com      

Dr. Chris Wolfe sat down to talk with Bryan Johnson, a fellow F3 member and Aviation Meteorologist. F3 is a network of free, peer-led workouts for men in the United States with an estimated 40,000+ active participants. 

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Amy is an experienced leader with a demonstrated history of working in the medical practice industry. Skilled in Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Team Building, and Public Speaking. She is a strong business development professional with a BSN focused in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse from University of Alabama.  Over the past year she has joined Michael Hyatt & Co. as a One-on-One Coach. 

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Ever since Danielle Brooks can remember, her parents had always been the best example of hard work in all areas of their life.  While growing up, she saw my mom and dad devote their time to their corporate jobs, their network marketing companies, and their small businesses - all at the same time! She wanted to be just like them. 

While in college, she had the opportunity to work for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in Washington D.C. starting in the summer of her sophomore year and any subsequent winter or summer break. While she enjoyed the opportunity and the work she was doing, she knew that was not the place for me long term. One of the many things that she learned while working for the CIA was the fact that she enjoyed working with people. She knew her future career was going to involve helping people in some capacity.

Upon graduation, she made the career move to ExxonMobil, as they were looking for engineers that enjoyed sales and working with people.  Danielle accepted the role to be an Automotive Sales Engineer. In the three years that she worked for ExxonMobil, she learned a lot about business, people and life! When she left the company, her territory was #1 in the nation for the highest percentage of national account customers buying on our program.

No matter how successful she was in corporate America, she couldn’t help but to think:

“Who is helping the small business owner?”

That became her rallying cry.

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In this conversation, Laurie Sorrenson and Chris discuss the importance of seeking help and building a team in both personal and professional aspects of life. They touch on Laurie's experience with her husband's resistance to getting hearing aids and how it relates to the challenges of asking for help in business. They explore the roles of CEO, CFO, and COO in a practice and the value of hiring consultants and advisors. Laurie emphasizes the need for a strong team and the importance of implementing strategies to achieve the vision of the practice. In this conversation, Laurie Sorrenson and Chris discuss the importance of hiring the right people for leadership positions within a practice. They explore the challenges of promoting from within and the potential pitfalls of the Peter's principle. Laurie shares her experience with her own chief operating officer (COO) and emphasizes the importance of finding someone who is a good fit for the role, even if they don't fit the traditional mold. They also discuss the need for clear communication and belief in the practice's mission and values.

 

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In today's show, my trusted friends and colleagues discuss the current state of the COVID-19 outbreak and its impact on our patients, profession and practices.

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Dr. Rob Pate was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. A four-year starter in football, basketball, and baseball, and the winner of the Class 5-A Bryant-Jordan Achievement Scholarship, he accepted an athletic scholarship to play football for the Auburn Tigers. As a four-year starter for the Tigers, he was a member of many All-Conference teams, a two-time Academic All-America All-District selection, a four-time SEC Honor Roll recipient, and the Pat Dye Leadership Award winner. He lives in Auburn, Alabama, with his wife of 22 years, Dana, and their five children. Rob practices in Auburn and serves as the Team Eye Doctor along with his partners at Basden Eyecare. Pate was named the 2013 Alabama Young Optometrist of the Year, the 2014 American Optometric Association Young Optometrist of the Year, and the 2015 Young Optometrist of the South. Rob served the Alabama Optometric Association as President in 2018 and currently serves as Trustee for Alabama to the SECO International Board of Trustees.  As an Author, he has written two books, The Way of an Athlete (Skyhorse Publishing, 2015 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140EFE1Q/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0Pate is a columnist at AuburnUndercover.com.) and A Tigers Walk:  Memoirs of an Auburn Football Player (Sports Publishing, 2014 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HQLZVV4/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1).

Dr. Cheryl Chapman joins to discuss the recent atropine study published in JAMA: "Low-Dose 0.01% Atropine Eye Drops vs Placebo for Myopia Control, A Randomized Clinical Trial" 

We also discuss best practices for improving patient communication and staff professional development including the Certified Myopia Manager Navigator certification for staff. Atropine is a great treatment option when managing children with myopia, and Dr. Cheryl Chapman discusses some of the studies, shares best practices and She has shared two different resources that she utilizes in her clinic and references during our discussion. Those can be found here:

Expected Axial Length Progression by Age

AAOMC Axial Length Graph

Dr. Cheryl Chapman has instituted a full-scope myopia management clinic within her practice and works tirelessly to spread myopia management knowledge. In addition to working one-on-one with doctors to implement practice protocols, she lectures within the optometric community as well as to local pediatricians and ophthalmologists. She is also the current president of the American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control. 

Today we welcome to the show my colleague and associate optometrist at my practice, Dr. Justine Blumenstock. We had a great conversation about how her first year out of school has been, what it's like leading staff, what new grads want from their mentors, and more! 

If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to this podcast for bi-weekly episodes or leave a review. Thank you to our listeners! 

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Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner dive into the life-changing principles of Atomic Habits by James Clear. We explore Tips to break bad habits, How to build routines that stick, and Real-life examples that have changed our daily lives personally and professionally. Mark your calendars to join us for the next Book Nerds Live episode Wednesday January 29, 2025. Trevor Mower from TEEM will join to discuss his favorite book 'The Obstacle is The Way' by Ryan Holiday

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Dr. Kristin O’Brien grew up in Midland, Michigan where, from an early age, she had her eye set on a future in optometry. Dr. O’Brien attended Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Biology with a Vision Science concentration. She went on to complete her Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree at the Michigan College of Optometry (MCO) and graduated in 2013. Dr. O’Brien has additional training in the areas of low vision, pediatrics, specialty contact lenses and working with patients who have a mental or physical handicap. She particularly enjoys getting to know her patients and takes pride in providing exceptional eye care.

While in school Dr. O’Brien founded the Michigan Optometric Student Private Practice Association (MOSPPA) and was influential in beginning the Student Optometric Leadership Network (SOLutioN) of which she has served as President, followed by the Executive Director and is now on the Alumni Board. She also spends time on the lecture circuit, speaking about private practice and the business aspects of the profession with Optometric Insights to inspire success in future generations of optometrists. She currently leads the Vision Source NEXT Student Program with the goal of providing resources to students most interested in private practice optometry.

Dr. O’Brien has earned multiple honors as an optometrist; early in her career with the Marchon Practice Management Award and the William Feinbloom Low Vision Award and later was named the 2016 International Vision Council Next Generation Innovator. Most notably, Dr. O’Brien was awarded the 2017 Colorado Optometric Association Young OD of the Year.

Dr. O’Brien moved from Michigan to Colorado in 2013 and opened a cold start private practice with two business partners and the help of many mentors who have guided her along the way. In 2019, Dr. O’Brien moved to Huntersville, NC, traded mountain views for life on Lake Norman, and opened Denver Eye Care & Eyewear Gallery April 1, 2021.

From Denver, CO to Denver, NC, Dr. O’Brien finally feels at home and is looking forward to caring for the Denver, NC community at Denver Eye Care & Eyewear Gallery!

Welcome to the show, Dr. Joe DeLoach. Dr. DeLoach is the President and CEO of Practice Compliance Solutions. His company provides customized products for physician compliance with healthcare laws including HIPAA, OSHA, Human Resources, and many other programs. We talked a lot about HIPAA, how he has helped optometric practices comply with law, and lessons learned along the way. 

Connect with Dr. DeLoach here on LinkedIN!

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Dr. Wesley grew up in Pipestone, Minnesota and received her bachelor’s degree at the College of Saint Benedict. She then went on to The Ohio State University, where she pursued concurrent degrees in both clinical optometry and masters in vision science.

Accolades for Dr. Wesley include The Ohio State University College of Optometry 2006 Graduate of the Year and fellowship within the American Academy of Optometry. She enjoys all aspects of primary care, especially contact lenses and children’s eye exams. Dr. Wesley enjoys travel, reading, and spending time with her family. Congrats to Dr. Wesley for being 2011's Minnesota Young Optometrist of the Year! Dr Wesley was also nominated in 2013 for the Early Professional Achievement Award from The Ohio State University College of Optometry Alum Association - the criteria was an alum who is 15 years or less out of school who has demonstrated professional achievement and success within the optometric industry. In July of 2013, Dr. Wesley was selected by the readers of Review of Optometric Business and Vision Monday as a “2013 Optometric Business Innovator.” A Professional Advisory Panel of optometrists helped identify Optometric Business Innovators from across the U.S.—individuals who excel at using creative and results-oriented approaches in the following areas:

• Marketing
• Digital Media
• Business Management
• Dispensary (Optical Dispensing)
• Dispensary (Contact Lens Dispensing)
• The Patient Experience
• Influencers

In 2014, Dr. Wesley was voted one of the Most Influential Women in Optical by readers of Vision Monday and 20/20 magazines.

"In this episode of The Aaron Werner Podcast, Aaron sits down with Dr. Jennifer Planitz, a visionary optometrist and business leader, to discuss the keys to fostering a strong team culture, embracing change, and leveraging leadership principles to grow a successful practice.

Jennifer shares how she integrates Stoic philosophy into her team’s daily routine, using Slack to create a leadership development channel that encourages engagement, personal growth, and team collaboration. She and Aaron dive into:

- Creating a culture of leadership and learning within an optometry practice - How to remove friction and frustration for staff to improve retention and performance - The power of recognizing and investing in the right patients to grow your practice - Adapting to change and why business owners need to experiment fearlessly - Opening a new practice with a full schedule—the role of branding, marketing, and positioning for success

If you enjoyed this conversation please subscribe, leave a review, and share your thoughts on today’s discussion."

 

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In this monologue, Chris discusses the role of dopamine in reward and pleasure and how it relates to the actions we take in our practices. He explores the subconscious actions that occur from dopamine release and the impact it has on our perception of value. Chris compares the financial rewards of providing routine services, such as selling glasses and contact lenses, to providing medical services. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the time delay in receiving payment for medical services and how it can affect our dopamine release. Ultimately, Chris encourages practitioners to focus on providing comprehensive care for their patients without being swayed by financial rewards.

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Dr. Nick Wenande discusses the process of passing scope of practice enhancement in South Dakota and the role he played in it. He talks about the grassroots efforts and building relationships with legislators. He also highlights the importance of educating legislators about optometry and the procedures they are capable of performing. Dr. Wenande shares his experience testifying and answering questions from the committee. He discusses the challenges of implementing the new scope of practice and the need for training and certification. He also touches on the ongoing efforts in Nebraska to expand scope of practice.

 

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Many of our optometric colleagues recently received a letter from a 3rd party payer notifying that the level of E&M codes billed was higher than that of our peers. Aaron and John Rumpakis discuss what to make of the letter, the importance of understanding the language of billing & coding, and how not to let anyone intimidate us into "down coding" the high level of quality care we provide our patients.

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Show notes:    Chad Cannon is the Chief Sales Officer for Michael Hyatt & Co. He was formerly the founder and CEO of Chadwick Cannon Agency, a full-service digital marketing firm dedicated to amplifying brands and ideas. Prior to that, he was Vice President of Marketing for Thomas Nelson Publishers, now a division of HarperCollins. In his five years there, he led more than 225 book marketing campaigns, with 16 titles reaching the New York Times Bestseller List. Chad lives in Nashville with his wife Julie, a talented photographer and writer. He’s an enormous fan of the Chicago Cubs, Apple products, dogs, traveling, golf and darn good food.   https://businessaccelerator.com/ 

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On this episode of The Chris Wolfe podcast we have Dr. Amanda Legge on to talk about Life Meter. We talked about measuring carotenoids, nutrition, and supplementation. 

If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to this podcast for bi-weekly episodes or leave a review. Thank you to our listeners! 

About Dr. Amanda Legge: 

Dr. Legge has been at Wyomissing Optometric Center since 2012. She earned a B.S. in Biology from Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre where she minored in neuroscience, chemistry and theater arts. She earned a B.S. in Visual Science and an O.D. degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in Philadelphia. She serves as a member of the Allied Health Professional Staff at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center (inpatient consults and Emergency Department eye care).

Dr. Legge practices primary eye care with special interest in retinal diseases, having earned a certification for advanced retinal studies during her academic and clinical training. She is professionally recognized for her expertise in the diagnosis and management of age-related macular degeneration and inherited retina disease. She is a frequent lecturer on retinal diseases. She has authored numerous articles for national optometric publications about eye disease diagnosis and management. She serves as sub-investigator for FDA clinical trials for pharmaceuticals and contact lenses. She is passionate about patient education and serves as a Key Opinion Leader for several retina disease concentrated companies.

If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to this podcast for bi-weekly episodes or leave a review. Thank you to our listeners! 

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In this episode of the Chris Wolfe Podcast, Dr. Jim Stringham discusses the relationship between metabolic diseases and eye health, emphasizing the historical context of obesity, the role of environment versus genetics, and the importance of lifestyle changes in disease prevention. The conversation explores how inflammation from metabolic diseases can impact ocular health and the clinical implications for patient management. In this conversation, Chris and Jim Stringham delve into the significant impact of diet and lifestyle on health, exploring the role of GLP-1 agonists in weight management and the broader implications for holistic health. They discuss the importance of aligning physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, and the potential benefits of nutritional interventions in addressing metabolic health issues. The conversation culminates in an introduction to innovative solutions being developed to support individuals in achieving better metabolic health.

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Michelle Glaze is the director of professional outreach for the Foundation Fighting Blindness. She joined the Foundation in February 2019 after 15 years in medical sales. Her passion for the Foundation’s mission is very personal due to her vision loss from retinitis pigmentosa, a progressive retinal disease. As director of professional outreach at the Foundation, Michelle educates eye care professionals across the United States about resources available to patients with a retinal degenerative disease. Two Blind Brothers is a great organization that makes ultra-soft designer clothing and eyewear for the sole purpose of funding blindness research. You can learn more about them HERE (https://twoblindbrothers.com/pages/reveal) To learn more about Foundation Fighting Blindness please visit: Foundation Fighting Blindness Website (https://www.fightingblindness.org/) For Eye Care Professionals Webpage (https://www.fightingblindness.org/for-eye-care-professionals) Newly Diagnosed Webpage (https://www.fightingblindness.org/newly-diagnosed) Michelle Glaze, Director of Professional Outreach: mglaze@fightingblindness.org

 

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In this conversation, Chris and Jennifer Stewart reflect on the first year of her new optometry practice, discussing the goals set, the innovative strategies implemented for patient flow, and the decision to eliminate the front desk. They explore how these changes have positively impacted patient experience and staff dynamics, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in optical sales and empowering staff to enhance patient interactions. In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Stewart discusses the importance of understanding patient experiences in optical care, the significance of tracking sales and inventory, strategies for maximizing per patient revenue, and her role in the publication Independent Strong, which aims to empower independent practices.

 

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Today on the show we have special guest, Dr. Thanh Mai, who practices in southern California. Dr. Mai works with keratoconus, irregular corneas, orthokeratology, myopia management, vision related learning disorders, binocular vision dysfunctions, problems with focusing and eye muscle coordination. Dr. Mai created his practice with some foundational beliefs about himself and the profession as a whole. We talk about these beliefs, private equity, myopia management, and more! 

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Scott Sennett President and CEO of Tura since 2011 In 2023 Tura celebrated 85 years as a leader in eyewear design and distribution. Tura is best known for premium quality and elevated design across a broad portfolio of brands including Tura, Titanflex, Ted Baker, L.A.M.B, Barbour, and a host of others. Tura is headquartered in Manhattan’s fashion district.

 

Join Drs Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner on Wednesday February 21, 2024 @ 4pm CST as they review the book Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell. If you don’t have the book you can ORDER HERE (https://www.amazon.com/shop/drcontactlens/list/27A7OTQ9UGNIO?linkCode=spc&tag=briannarhuepa-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.27A7OTQ9UGNIO). The episode will be recorded, but to share your questions and comments be sure to join live!Join Drs Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner as they review the book Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell. If you don’t have the book you can ORDER HERE. The episode will be recorded, but to share your questions and comments be sure to join live! Wednesday February 21, 2024 @ 4pm CST Link to join: https://riverside.fm/studio/awp--live-book-club-buy-back-your-time

 

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Today on the podcast I had Dr. Jeff Hilovsky on to talk about his run for Delaware State House. Dr. Hilovsky is retired from the military and from practicing Optometry.

Connect with Jeff from his campaign website below or LinkedIN

Facebook: @vote04jeff  Email: vote04jeff@gmail.com  

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In this conversation, Dr. Jeff Michaels discusses the importance of scope of practice and the role of the State Government Relations Committee (SGRC) in advancing optometry. He emphasizes the need for optometrists to build relationships with legislators and educate them about the profession. Dr. Michaels also addresses the issue of subsectioning within the optometry profession and the importance of unity. He highlights the growing awareness among new graduates about scope of practice and the need for continued advocacy. The conversation concludes with a reminder that relationships and education are key to achieving legislative success. Takeaways: Building relationships with legislators is crucial for advancing scope of practice. The optometry profession needs unity and collaboration to overcome subsectioning. New graduates are increasingly aware of the importance of scope of practice. Misleading arguments from ophthalmology must be countered with accurate information. Education and relationship-building should start years in advance of legislative efforts.

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• Ted McElroy Open Payments Data
• Debunking myths in physician-industry conflicts of interest.
• Physicians and the Pharmaceutical Industry - Is a gift ever just a gift?
• Sunshine has darkened my world view.
• Pro Medical Assoc and Their Relationships ... Proposal for Controlling COI

Jordan Keith, OD, FAAO is in practice at the Eye Care Center in Minnesota. After graduating with a degree in Biology from Minot State University he went on to optometry school and received his Doctor of Optometry (OD) from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon in 2008. 

Following optometry school, Dr. Keith completed a hospital-based residency at the Kansas City VA Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, where he received further training in ocular disease. In 2009, he joined the full-time faculty at the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) in Chicago, IL. As an Assistant Professor, his primary focus was clinical teaching of optometry students and residents while seeing patients at the Illinois Eye Institute. He also taught in the laboratory, the classroom, and served as the Chief of Eye Care Services at the Sidney Hillman Health Center, a multi-disciplinary health center in Chicago. His passion for education was acknowledged by receiving six teaching awards while at ICO.

Implementing change is important and critical for the success of any business. Aaron shares his thoughts on successfully implementing change in his practice, how he involves his whole team and an observation from a cleaning crew on a recent flight to Denver.

 

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Larry Savage is an immunology territory business manager at Takeda pharmaceuticals.  Check him out here.

Episode 8 of The Aaron Werner Podcast: As staffing issues become a challenge, many independent practices are looking to outsource their billing and revenue cycle management services Dr. Peter Cass of PCS who joins us to discuss what to expect and what that process looks like when outsourcing remote billing services and revenue cycle management (RCM).

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Drs John Rumpakis and Aaron Werner discuss audits from the perspective of the payer. Why are we audited? Should we fear them? How do insurers view audits? PRMI provides a broad array of consulting services that can help take your practice to a higher level of productivity and profitability. See what PRMI can do for you at www.PRMI.com or email John@PRMI.com VS Exchange - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfW9C2sOgXZxVFT2jd3t3037ZX02RH3zl-iXKERaoZTtd6i7A/viewform

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In this conversation, Frederic Jouhet and Dr. Chris Wolfe discuss the prevalence data related to common ocular symptoms and what that could mean to a patient's wellbeing and practice's bottom line.

 

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Matt Kleir is a combat vetran, teacher, contractor, multiple business owner, father, husband, and pilot. He is a great storyteller and we are sharing this episode in two parts. Matt joins the podcast to share his life story and we discuss how the American Dream is built on sweat, experience, growth through experience. To connect with Matt: Active Shooter Defense School (https://asdschool.com/) DW Yardscapes (https://www.dwyardscapes.com/) Call/Text: (619) 490-3168‬

 

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Today on the show we have my longtime friends, Chad Bishoff and Adam Wintz. These two also host their own podcast called 'Less than 2000.' Less than 2000 is a show about all things 80’s and 90’s! Two childhood friends riff about movies, television, music, and culture from a better time. On this episode we talk about podcasting, film making, movies we loved from the 90s, and have quite a few laughs. 

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In this episode, Chris discusses step four of Comprehensive Optometry Simplified, focusing on analyzing fees and billing in optometry practices. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the financial aspects of patient care to ensure that services provided are worthwhile for both the practice and the patients. By calculating revenue generation and patient care value, optometrists can make informed decisions about the services they offer, ultimately enhancing patient care and practice profitability.

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Today on the show, we are thrilled to have Adam Cmejla, CFP back on to talk about selling to private equity. We peel back the layers of the onion on what it really means financially to sell to private equity as optometrists. 

Adam Cmejla, CFP® is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM Practitioner and Founder of Integrated Planning & Wealth Management, LLC, an independent financial planning & investment management firm focused on working with optometrists to help them reach their full potential and achieve clarity and confidence in all aspects of life—personally, professionally, and financially. 

Show notes from our conversation from Adam: 

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• https://www.reviewob.com/why-selling-to-pe-could-cost-you-six-figures/

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Welcome to the show, today we discuss measuring carotenoids with Drs. Harvey Hanlen, Jim Stringham and John Nolan.

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Attorney Ali Oromchian joins to discuss the 21 Red Flags that can increase your chance for an IRS Audit. As business owners compliance is very important, and that includes an awareness of tax code. Ali Oromchian JD, LL.M., is a world renowned employment attorney and one of the nation’s leading legal authorities on medical, optometric and dental practice law. Owner of the Medical Counsel PC Law Firm and HR for Health, Ali’s devotion to compliance and health care is one of a kind.

To connect wtih Ali email him: ao@dmcounsel.com 

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Dr. Kurt Steele joined Vision Source of Newport in 1995 and has lived in Newport since 1997.  He has received both the Young Optometrist of the Year and Optometrist of the Year award for the state of Tennessee and has served as president of the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians, the East Tennessee Optometric Society, and the Smoky Mountain Optometric Society.  He also served on the board of the Southeastern Council of Optometrists.  Dr. Steele travels extensively across the United States educating other optometric physicians.  Dr. Steele is a big fan of all Tennessee sports teams and is proud to support both Cocke County and Cosby athletics.  When not in the office, Dr. Steele enjoys spending time with his wife (Sacha), playing golf, and traveling.

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Our guest today is Dr. Dori Carlson. Dr. Carlson was the first woman to serve as President of the American Optometric Association. During her tenure as President in 2011 she visited every school/college of Optometry and lobbied extensively for children’s eye exams to be an essential benefit in health care reform.  Optometric Management named her as one of the “Most Influential in Optometry” and Primary Care News identified her as a “Pioneer in Optometry”.  She was also the 2019 recipient of Women of Optometry’s Theia Award for Leadership.

Today on the show we got to rehash the history of the profession of optometry and the historic movements that led us to where we are today. Additionally, we discussed how we can improve our relationships both inside and outside of the profession.

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Steve read All It Takes Is A Goal by Jon Acuff after listening to this (https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-iinep-14fc642) episode of the podcast. While reading he shared some neat insights and discusses some of them with Aaron on this episode. You can purchase a copy of All It Takes Is A Goal here (https://jonacuff.com/all-it-takes-is-a-goal-book/)

 

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Show Sponsor: CooperVision   Dr Maria Sampalis graduated from New England College of Optometry in 2007. She has a corporate practice with For Eyes and a private practice in RI. Dr Sampalis serves on the Board of Health in RI and other advisory boards throughout the country. Dr Sampalis was named young OD of the year in RI in 2016. She recently was named the Most Influential Woman in Optometry by Vision Monday and Eye Care Hero by the World Council of Optometry. Dr Sampalis hosts the Corporate Optometry FB group that has over 30k eye care professionals. Her social media network reaches 60k eye care professionals between different platforms. Here alliance group CODA has over 800 members. Popular websites include corporateoptometry.com and corporateoptometrycareers.com

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In this episode, Dr. Kyle Klute and Dr. Chris Wolfe discuss the cognitive anchor of the annual eye exam and the internal struggle that comes with it. They explore how optometrists are often anchored to the belief that the yearly comprehensive exam is the most important aspect of their profession, which limits their ability to schedule patients for more frequent visits. They also discuss how patient expectations and vision insurance reinforce this cognitive anchor. The solution lies in refining protocols, following clinical practice guidelines, and using key phrases to communicate concerns and the need for more frequent visits. Breaking the cognitive anchor allows optometrists to provide better care to their patients. Takeaways

• Optometrists often struggle with the cognitive anchor of the annual eye exam, which limits their ability to schedule patients for more frequent visits.
• Patient expectations and vision insurance reinforce the belief that the annual exam is sufficient.
• Refining protocols and following clinical practice guidelines can help optometrists provide more comprehensive care.
• Using key phrases to communicate concerns and the need for more frequent visits can help break the cognitive anchor and improve patient care.

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We all have one thing that is definitely in common…The one thing that will never change, is almost everything is going to change. In this solo episode, I will go through what I have been going through for the past many months. I’ll deal with my battle over not being perfect, why vulnerability is actually a superpower you need and the imposter syndrome I’ve had to overcome in the last few months. This episode may benefit me more than you, but I think that there is someone else out there who needs to hear what I have to say, because you are dealing with it too. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did making it

Welcome to The Chris Wolfe Podcast Jeremy Burroughs from CARR Real Estate. We talked about how optometrists can negotiate on their practice properties, what is hard to negotiate into your arrangement, the types of questions we should be asking, leasing vs purchasing, and more! 

About Jeremy:

Jeremy Burroughs serves as the Regional Director for CARR’s Central Region, which covers Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas.   Jeremy leads a team of expert agents that specialize in helping Healthcare professionals and Corporations maximize their profitability through real estate. Prior to being named Regional Director for CARR, Jeremy transacted in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.

Prior to joining CARR, Jeremy spent over 13 years in the Pharmaceutical industry and has a passion for helping those who dedicate their lives to the profession of Healthcare.  Jeremy graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Central Oklahoma.

He was born and lives in Oklahoma with his wife and 5 children, where they enjoy doing everything that can be done outdoors. 

Connect with Jeremy on LinkedIN here!

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Dr. Knouff received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Elon University in 2003.  She graduated with clinical honors from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2007.

She underwent extensive training at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida before completing a residency in ocular disease in 2008 at Omni Eye Services in Atlanta.

Dr. Knouff has been featured in Northside Women Magazine, Around Town Magazine, and Review of Optometry.  She lectures at national meetings, educating doctors on various vision-related topics. She specializes in pre and postoperative surgical care, eye disease, and contact lenses.

Dr. Knouff decided to start her own practice in December 2013. She provides superior quality eye care for patients of all ages.  She and her husband have a daughter and live on the Westside of Atlanta.  She enjoys music, traveling, and being involved in her local church.

In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of defining specialization within optometry and emphasizes the value of comprehensive care. He critiques the current trends in optometry that lean towards specialization, arguing that it can detract from the primary care role that optometrists play. Through analysis of billing data and patient care practices, Chris illustrates how comprehensive optometry can effectively manage a wide range of patient needs. He advocates for a balanced approach that recognizes the importance of both specialization and comprehensive care in serving patients effectively. https://www.reviewofoptometry.com/article/pathways-to-specialization-find-and-follow-your-calling https://reviewob.com/specialization-is-overrated/

 

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Welcome back to the show, Jeff Harrell. Jeff is the Vice President of Product for Essilor of America. We discussed how we use our eyes in today's world, the differences of how we communicate with patients who are early presbyopic patients vs later presbyopic patients, and the advantages of getting those patients into the technology they need early on. 

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Drs Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner are joined by Trevor Mower of TEEM to discuss 'The Obstacle is The Way' by Ryan Holiday. Ryan Holiday speaks on stoicism, a philosophy designed to make us more resilient, happier, more virtuous and more wise–and as a result, better people, better parents and better professionals. Hear our take aways, inisghts and how we have are applying the learnings from the book. Mark your calendars to join us for the next Book Nerds Live episode Wednesday Feb 26, 2025, and be sure to check out and bookmark the BOOK NERDS website to join us along the journey. Thank you to Trevor Mower for TEEM for joining and recommending the book. To learn more about TEEM click here (link to come) For more infomation about Ryan Holiday and the stoic philosopathy visit The Daily Stoic

 

 

"In this episode, Aaron reflects on the power of focusing on the process rather than fixating on the outcome. He shares insights from a recent shooting course, illustrating how honing technique and discipline leads to better results—both on the range and in business.

Aaron draws parallels between this lesson and the initiatives he and his team are implementing in their optometry practice in 2025. From refining workflows to improving patient care, he explores how a process-driven mindset fosters long-term success.

🔹 What You’ll Learn:         •        Why focusing on the process leads to better results         •        Practical applications for business and personal growth         •        How Aaron’s optometry practice is embracing this philosophy in 2025

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On this episode we talk to Dr. Christopher Gee, Dr. Ethan Huisman, Dr. Jeff Clements, and Dr. Michele Andrews about the MyDay Lens, the Reveal Lens, and the Multifocal Toric Lens from CooperVision. We really got into the granular nature of our practice and how we approach contact lens fitting so that it's good for the patient and profitable for the practice.

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Today on the show it is an honor to have the President of the American Optometric Association on, Dr. Bob Layman. We talk about advocating for the role of optometrists, how the AOA is helping advocate for the profession, and how we can each individually break down barriers in the profession as optometrists. 

About Our Guest: 

Robert C. Layman, O.D., was elected to the American Optometric Association Board of Trustees at the 116th Annual AOA Congress & 43rd Annual AOSA Conference: Optometry's Meeting® in June 2013 and serves as President of the Board of Trustees.

In addition to his position as President, Dr. Layman serves as chair of the Executive Committee and the Personnel Committee and is the Speaker of the House of Delegates. Additionally, Dr. Layman is a member of the Center for Independent Practice Committee. He is the liaison trustee to the Council on Research Committee and the National Board of Examiners in Optometry group.  He also serves as the liaison trustee of affiliate associations in Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Montana, New Mexico, and Utah.

Prior to his election to the AOA Board of Trustees, Dr. Layman's 30-plus years of consecutive AOA volunteer service include the following chairmanships: Diabetes Project Team, Optometric Executive's Project Team, Information and Member Services Group Executive Committee Chair, Non-Dues Income Committee, Assistance to Graduates Project Team and 401(K) Committee Chair.

Dr. Layman was honored with the AOA Optometrist of the Year award in 2006. He has also received the Ohio Optometrist of the Year, Ohio Young Optometrist of the Year, Ohio Key Optometrist of the Year and Outstanding Senior Student Awards. Dr. Layman is a past president of the Ohio Optometric Association (OOA). He served as the OOA Electronic Health Records Task Force liaison to the Northwest Ohio Regional Extension Center/Health Information Partnership from 2010-2014. Dr. Layman chaired the EastWest Eye Conference from 2009-2011. He has presented the RealEyes Classroom Initiative curriculum in his community since the program's inception in 2001.

Dr. Layman is a graduate of The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Optometry, where he was named one of OSU College of Optometry’s Top 100 Notable Alumni during the 100th anniversary of the college. He has served as a vision consultant to the University of Toledo Athletic Department for more than 25 years. He has been an adult leader in Boy Scout Troop 87, a volunteer with the Mildred Bayer Homeless Clinic of Toledo, and a member of the YMCA Board of Managers.

Dr. Layman is an owner of Pinnacle Eye Group in Lambertville, Michigan and Great Lakes Vision Care in Monroe, Michigan, and lives with his wife, Barb, in Toledo, Ohio. They have four grown children. He is energized to continue advancing the profession by working closely with affiliates, increasing membership, and securing the proper place for optometry in health care reform.

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In this episode, Chris discusses the critical aspects of co-management in eye care, emphasizing the importance of optometrists as primary care providers. He addresses recent concerns regarding economic arguments against co-management, the role of CMS regulations, and the impact of audits on practice. Chris advocates for the necessity of co-management in ensuring patient care and continuity, while also providing best practices for navigating the complexities of co-management in the current healthcare landscape.

In this conversation, Chris and Jennifer Stewart reflect on the first year of her new optometry practice, discussing the goals set, the innovative strategies implemented for patient flow, and the decision to eliminate the front desk. They explore how these changes have positively impacted patient experience and staff dynamics, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in optical sales and empowering staff to enhance patient interactions. In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Stewart discusses the importance of understanding patient experiences in optical care, the significance of tracking sales and inventory, strategies for maximizing per patient revenue, and her role in the publication Independent Strong, which aims to empower independent practices.

 

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On this episode of the Aaron Werner Podcast we talk to Dr. Joe DeLoach. We are definitely not in Kansas anymore! The Department of Justice has concluded four separate investigations into comanagement arrangements between ophthalmologists and optometrists. ALL have resulted in multi-million dollar settlements – most ALL for what is considered routine practice across the country. And, the Office of the Inspector General has ruled on inducement related to ophthalmology-provided education. Get the facts from an inside authority – what is legal, what is not.

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Contact Joe DeLoach at joe@pcscomply.com 

 

 

The conversation explores the concepts of passive income and residual income, and how professionals and business owners can use them to build the life they want. The guest, Chris Miles, distinguishes between the two types of income, with residual income being generated from business activities and passive income being generated from investments. The conversation also touches on the limitations of traditional financial advice, such as the 4% rule for retirement income, and the importance of controlling one's connection with money. Overall, the conversation challenges conventional wisdom and offers alternative perspectives on wealth creation. The conversation explores the limitations of traditional investment strategies, such as 401(k)s and stock market investments, and the importance of passive income and diversification. It emphasizes the need to shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset when it comes to money. The discussion also delves into the concept of risk and the role of real estate as a tangible asset. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of creating multiple streams of income and investing in assets that provide cash flow.

 

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Check out Dr. Walline: https://optometry.osu.edu/directory/faculty/jeffrey-walline

Eric has served over 20 years in the financial industry and co-owns a national financial planning company dedicated to serving the needs of healthcare owners. He has personally had over 20,000 conversations with practice owners at every phase of ownership. He has published countless articles, videos, and podcasts on various financial topics and is an expert on matters concerning creating economic independence for a practice owner’s business and household. He has recently published a book “How To Become a Financial Beast” which quickly became a bestseller on Amazon.

www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com

 

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Dr. Kristin O'Brien opened her second cold start practice in Denver, NC where she lives with her husband and 2.5 year old daughter. She is very involved in optometry outside of her practice as an Administrator for Vision Source and the Director of Brand Development & Marketing with iCare Advisors, a cold start consulting company. Dr O'Brien authored an article "What New ODs Want" (https://www.optometricmanagement.com/issues/2023/novdec/business-new-od/) Connect with Dr O'Brien: www.icareadvisors.com www.denvereyecarenc.com www.shampoochesgroomery.com

 

Join Drs Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner on Wednesday February 21, 2024 @ 4pm CST as they review the book Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell. If you don’t have the book you can ORDER HERE (https://www.amazon.com/shop/drcontactlens/list/27A7OTQ9UGNIO?linkCode=spc&tag=briannarhuepa-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.27A7OTQ9UGNIO). The episode will be recorded, but to share your questions and comments be sure to join live!Join Drs Brianna Rhue, Kyle Klute and Aaron Werner as they review the book Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell. If you don’t have the book you can ORDER HERE. The episode will be recorded, but to share your questions and comments be sure to join live! Wednesday February 21, 2024 @ 4pm CST Link to join: https://riverside.fm/studio/awp--live-book-club-buy-back-your-time

 

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Will Kiley was a high school educator who asked his students if the world was becoming more or less beautiful over time.  When he got the results of his anonymous survey, he was shocked to hear the results.  (You’ll have to listen to hear the answer.) That led him to wonder if others in the world saw it the same way.  He was moved by the pastor of his church who left the ministry at the church to begin a ministry to help communities to utilize the leadership they already had and partner with the organization Help One Now.  The organization began after the pastor, who later became the founder of Help One Now, was on a mission trip to Zimbabwe where he happened upon a group of orphaned youths at a gas station while he and his team were on their way with food for another group of orphans.  They asked for some help, just food and water.  The pastor had a full truck of stuff he knew that the intended children could not do without, but he had to tell these children he had nothing for them.  That broke him and led him to his calling today.  

 

Will, on the other hand, was moving from Austin, TX where he was an educator, to the Raleigh, NC area where his wife was being transferred for work.  He had been supporting Help One Now for a few years after hearing the “too good to be true” story Help One Now had and then found it was true.  Well, when he got to NC he found out the organization’s headquarters was there and met up with his former church leader to find out they needed someone just like Will.  Some call this coincidence.  Will calls it faith played out.  Now Help One Now has a project in the Dominican Republic for the development of a school and a health care facility to have eyecare provided by a local optometrist.  You will want to know how you can help too.  But not just with your money.  Will wants to speak with you personally to see where you fit in and here a “too good to be true” story that really is true.

Will.Kiley@HelpOneNow.Com

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The Circle: https://helponenow.org/the-circle/

 

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A passionate practitioner and entrepreneur, Dr. Ali Khoshnevis is an ardent advocate of patient-centered design for clinicians as well as software companies. He completed his residency training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL and began his career in private practice. A patient champion, Ali focuses on healthcare price transparency and developed WeRx, a platform that helps consumers and companies find the lowest prices for needed medications at local pharmacies. He spearheads a patient-centered design strategy and is responsible for the integrated discipline vision, and evidence-based focus of Tesser Health's product line. With his clinical background and focus on drug transparency, Ali guides product development, creating healthcare products with clear value and ROI for companies.

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Dr. Amir Khoshnevis is a recognized optometric leader and a passionate advocate for excellence in patient care and experience.

Dr. Khoshnevis received his Doctor of Optometry at Pennsylvania College of Optometry and his B.S. in Biology at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

He has held appointments and positions with numerous national health care entities. He is the recipient of several awards including 2011 Philanthropist of the Year by Optometry Giving Sight.

Amir is the founder of Vision Source Studio 20/20 with two locations in Charlotte, NC.

Amir has been a Vision Source Administrator since 2003 and has served as an Advisory Board member and Senior Advisor to the company. In 2018, Dr. Khoshnevis joined the Vision Source leadership team, first as Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer, and recently, he was elevated to the role of Chief Medical Officer. He works to advance the practice of optometry and to ensure that the voice and vision of the private practice optometrist continue to guide the network.

Vision Source is a family of over 3,300 locally owned optometric practices collaborating to provide quality professional eye care while maintaining the personal relationship between patients and their family eye doctor.

Amir is married to Brandee and has three children, Royaa, Reza and Lila. His primary passion is being a father but in his spare time, Amir is a world Thai boxing instructor (Kru) and is a recognized influencer in the automotive industry, working with prestigious companies such as Michelin.

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• Start, Stop, Continue Video

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• Locum Tenens

Welcome to the show my friend and fellow podcaster, Dr. Aaron Werner. We talked about current legislative issues that are going on in the profession, ophthalmology vs optometry,  the future of the profession, and a bit about his optometry podcast called Independent Insights from Vision Source. 

 

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• Is the Coronavirus as Deadly as They Say?

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Audrey Nelson is the Chief Operations Officer of VisionQuest Eyecare in the Greater Indianapolis, Indiana community, where they have three locations.  She is responsible for day-to-day operations, and the management and direction of onsite office managers. She will help define and refine the processes within the practice.  She became COO in 2016 after 11 years in the eyecare industry.  Audrey is a native Indianan and attended Indiana University.  In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Drew, and their two sons, family and friends, watching sports and camping.  She is also wicked good at those basketball free throw games at those Dave and Busters like places.  (Yes, she crushed me at free throws.)

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Today on the show we have Dr. Kurt Steele from Newport, TN. We talked about rural optometry, consulting on other rural practices, how to get other medical providers to understand the scope of optometry, and more! 

Dr. Kurt Steele has received both the Young Optometrist of the Year and Optometrist of the Year award for the state of Tennessee and has served as president of the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians, the East Tennessee Optometric Society, and the Smoky Mountain Optometric Society.  He also served on the board of the Southeastern Council of Optometrists.  Dr. Steele travels across the United States educating other optometric physicians.  Dr. Steele is a big fan of all Tennessee sports teams and is proud to support both Cocke County and Cosby athletics.  When not in the office, Dr. Steele enjoys spending time with his wife (Sacha), playing golf, fishing and traveling.

Connect with Dr. Steele here on LinkedIn! 

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Lisa Marker Robbins is an entrepreneur in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her passion and purpose throughout her career has been to serve high school students and young adults on launching into their future. With that greater purpose, she has been a classroom teacher, 23 years ago started her company LEAP a test prep, tutoring and independent college counseling organization that has helped thousands, and in 2021 has started her new brand Flourish Coaching to guide students and young adults through her 5-part framework towards getting career clarity for what comes after graduation.

 

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