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Dr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Fallon Patel, an optometrist with a thriving multi-location practice in Canada. Dr. Patel shares her journey from being an immigrant child to becoming a successful optometrist, discussing her educational background, early career challenges, and the transition from Sears Optical to Lenscrafters. She emphasizes the importance of leadership, team development, and innovative practices in myopia management. Dr. Patel also highlights the need for better business education in optometry schools and her commitment to giving back to the profession.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Fallon Patel
02:32 Dr. Patel's Background and Heritage
07:56 Pathway to Optometry: Influences and Decisions
10:59 Experience at Waterloo and Early Career
14:31 Differences in Training: Canada vs. U.S.
18:55 Transitioning to Practice: Early Challenges
21:26 Overcoming Setbacks: The Sears Closure Experience
23:28 Transitioning from Sears to Lenscrafters
26:46 The Value of Being Part of a Bigger Network
29:03 Learning and Growing Through Challenges
31:51 Hiring the Right People for Growth
34:08 Leveraging Technology for Business Success
40:41 Championing Myopia Management
44:52 Leadership and Giving Back to the Community
Takeaways
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Dr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Fallon Patel, an optometrist with a thriving multi-location practice in Canada. Dr. Patel shares her journey from being an immigrant child to becoming a successful optometrist, discussing her educational background, early career challenges, and the transition from Sears Optical to Lenscrafters. She emphasizes the importance of leadership, team development, and innovative practices in myopia management. Dr. Patel also highlights the need for better business education in optometry schools and her commitment to giving back to the profession.
Books referenced
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Fallon Patel
02:32 Dr. Patel's Background and Heritage
07:56 Pathway to Optometry: Influences and Decisions
10:59 Experience at Waterloo and Early Career
14:31 Differences in Training: Canada vs. U.S.
18:55 Transitioning to Practice: Early Challenges
21:26 Overcoming Setbacks: The Sears Closure Experience
23:28 Transitioning from Sears to Lenscrafters
26:46 The Value of Being Part of a Bigger Network
29:03 Learning and Growing Through Challenges
31:51 Hiring the Right People for Growth
34:08 Leveraging Technology for Business Success
40:41 Championing Myopia Management
44:52 Leadership and Giving Back to the Community
Takeaways
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