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Episode 27: Soft Skills & Human Connection in Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 2
Can you truly build a human connection with your patient in just one minute? In part two of our conversation, Kayla Ashlee returns to...
Apr 222 min read


Episode 26: The Power of Structured Training in Independent Optometry with Kayla Ashlee - Part 1
You can have the best inventory and marketing plan for your independent practice, but if your team isn't trained to back it up, it does...
Apr 82 min read


Episode 25: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 7 – The Untapped Opportunity for Sunglasses in Australia’s Independent Practices
What if the advice we failed to give is the very reason our patients are now struggling with eye health issues? At what point will they...
Mar 252 min read


Episode 24: Kelly O' Brien on Managing an Independent Optical Practice in a Rural Setting: Challenges, Partnership, Growth, and Making a Difference in the Community
She drove patients to the hospital by herself three times because there was no other choice - here's what a rural independent practice...
Mar 112 min read


Episode 23: Belinda Musitano on Strategic Growth,Patient Care & Running a Successful Practice
What does it take to scale an independent practice successfully? In this episode, Michael Nasser talks with Belinda Musitano of...
Feb 252 min read
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Episode 22: Assess Your Emotional Intelligence and Be a Better Leader with Dr. Bethany Fishbein [Part 2]
You might think to yourself, I'm a good leader! Okay, but does your self-awareness match how your team perceives you? In this episode,...
Feb 112 min read


Episode 20: Vision 2040: Shaping the Future of Optometry with Skye Cappuccio, CEO of Optometry Australia
Are you curious about where the optical industry is headed and what it means for you as an eye care professional? In this episode,...
Jan 142 min read


Episode 19: Optometry Self Defence: Protecting Your Practice from Cyber Threats and Legal Pitfalls With Luke Arundel from OA
Are your optical practice and patient data truly secure? With cyber-attacks on the rise and an increasingly complex legal landscape, eye...
Dec 3, 20242 min read


Episode 18: Insights from the US with Brianna Rhue – Building the Optometry Practice of Your Dreams
What makes an optical business successful? According to Dr. Brianna Rhue, it's not just purchasing the OCT (Optical coherence...
Nov 19, 20242 min read


Episode 17: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 6 - Practical Marketing Tips for Optometry & Optical Dispensing Practices
In this special episode, recorded live at the OptiPro Roadshow in Sydney, host Michael Nasser sits down with Joanne Scott-Dostine,...
Nov 5, 20242 min read


Episode 16: Pioneering Myopia Management: Insights from Jagrut Lallu on Innovations, Research, and Practice Integration
As myopia rates surge globally, eye care professionals are faced with the growing challenge of looking for ways to control it. In this...
Oct 22, 20242 min read


Episode 15: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 5 - Mastering Stock Management in Your Optical Practice
In this episode, recorded live at the OptiPro Roadshow at Rendezvous Hotel in Perth, Michael Nasser and Joanne Scott-Dostine dive into...
Oct 8, 20242 min read


Episode 13: Enhancing Eye Care for People with Dementia: Insights and Solutions with Marianne Coleman
As we observe World Alzheimer's Month, focusing on dementia awareness and reducing stigma, we invited Marianne Coleman, a renowned...
Sep 10, 20242 min read


Episode 12: Through The Lens: Paul Clarke on Building a Career in Optics
In this episode, Michael Nasser introduces the new “Through the Lens” series, which explores the personal and professional journeys of...
Aug 27, 20242 min read


Episode 11: Independent Vision: Alison Abdullah's Journey from NYC to Lens Avenue
In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Alison Abdullah Daoud, founder and director of Lens Avenue . Alison shares her inspiring...
Aug 13, 20242 min read


Episode 10: Exploring the Evolution and Future of Optometric Media with mivision's Todd Tai
In this episode, Michael Nasser is joined by Todd Tai, the Managing Director of mivision Magazine & Digital , to explore the evolution...
Jul 30, 20242 min read


Episode 9: Elevate Your Practice: Topic 4-Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Employee Onboarding and Retention with Joanne Scott-Dostine
In this episode, Michael Nasser and Joanne Scott-Dostine, Opticare's Commercial Manager, uncover the secret behind effective employee...
Jul 16, 20242 min read


Episode 8 — Recall Mastery: Enhancing Patient Engagement and Practice Growth with Fatin Tobia
In this episode, Michael Nasser invites Fatin Tobia, Co-Founder and Director of eye2eye Marketing 360 , to explore the effectiveness of...
Jul 2, 20242 min read


Episode 7 — Adapting to Change: Empowering Optical Dispensers Through Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with April Petrusma
In this episode, Michael Nasser invites April Petrusma, CEO of Optical Dispenser Australia (ODA) and Optical teacher at ACOD -...
Jun 18, 20242 min read


Episode 6 — Elevate Your Practice: Topic 3 - Building Effective Teams: Combining Knowledge and Personalities in Your Optometry Practice
In this episode, Michael Nasser and Joanne Scott-Dostine, Opticare's Commercial Manager, delve into the most important and least...
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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