With all the discussion about AI, it is hard to know which technologies will actually have an impact on the eye care industry. However, there is one piece of AI-powered tech that is showing promise of shaking up not just eye care, but possibly many facets of all health care. In this episode, Dr. Patrick Sauvageau, founder of Zilia, discusses how his company combines traditional retinal imaging with spectroscopy to create an entirely new way to diagnose ocular diseases. As they say, the eye is a unique window into someone’s cell. Tune in to this enlightening conversation and find out more about how Zilia leverages AI-powered tech to revolutionize the eye care industry.

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Dr. Claudine Courey returns to the podcast in the second part of this three-part series to discuss CLEAN BEAUTY.

Aesthetic treatments and the use of cosmetics around the eyes are big topics. As patients are increasingly using potentially harmful products and getting treatments like lash extensions, it is vital for ECPs to get comfortable discussing the impact of these things on our eyes.

In this episode, Dr. Courey shares HOW we can have these discussions and WHY it's important for both the patient's eye health and the success of our profession.

Thank you to Thea Pharma Canada for supporting this series.

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In the second installment of this myopia management series sponsored by Hoya Vision Care Canada, Dr. Devan Trischuk shares his EXPERT insights into how he built the myopia side of his busy optometry practice.

In this episode, we dive deeper into treatment protocols and how to prescribe different forms of myopia management.

If you're looking for a more introductory level conversation, be sure to check out the first installment of this series in the interview with Dr. Gary Matter.

Stay tuned for the next two episodes in this series as we continue to shed light on the importance of myopia management and how all ECPs can be part of the solution.

Thanks again to Hoya Vision Care Canada for their support in this series.

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Optometrists are good at what they do, but they typically don’t have a strong background in running a business. More often than not, it is up to us to learn on the job. In this episode, Dr. Kerry Salsberg and Dr. Steve Vargo share their insights on how you can elevate your business. Dr. Salsberg runs a big, busy optometry practice and he continues to find ways to evolve and grow the business. Dr. Vargo is a renowned consultant and author of multiple business books. Join them as they reveal their personal journeys of learning on the job and how they turned their practices into thriving enterprises. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a wealth of knowledge and take your own business to the next level!

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The 38th Congress of The Canadian Association of Optometrists convened in Quebec City last month. Harbir Sian had the opportunity to sit down for a conversation with outgoing President, Dr. Harry Bohnsack, and incoming President, Dr. Martin Spiro. In this short episode, Drs. Bohnsack and Spiro discuss the current initiatives the CAO is currently working on to support the growth of optometry across Canada. They also share their journeys toward their roles in CAO, bringing their experiences from the ground up to best serve the association. Tune in to this conversation and gain insights on the important work CAO does to bring the profession together across the country.

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With exciting new advances in generative AI platforms like ChatGPT, there is a world of new opportunities for us to explore. However, ECPs (and professionals in all industries) have been left wondering how exactly to apply these technologies to their day-to-day operations.

Enter Keri Sculland. Keri is the Manager of Editing and Content Strategy at Marketing 4ECPs. In this episode, Keri dives into how her team has been using various forms of generative AI to create marketing content, as well as the current and future applications for ECPs.

Stay tuned for multiple other episodes on the topic of AI in Eyecare coming soon!

We will be interviewing optometrists, engineers, and scientists to discuss current and future AI-based tech that will change the way we provide eyecare.

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Discover the power of innovative technology and the boundless potential for providers in North America, as we delve into a captivating conversation that will leave you inspired. We have on the show one of the most passionate and charismatic leaders in eye care, Pierre Bertrand. With over a decade of experience in the industry, first with Essilor and now as CEO of Neurolens, Pierre is on a mission to make a massive impact on as many patients as possible. In this episode, he shares the secrets to his success, dives into the cutting-edge technology powering Neurolens, and explores the immense opportunities for eye care providers in North America. Don’t miss out on the wisdom of this visionary leader who is revolutionizing the industry and transforming the lives of patients.

Connect with Pierre:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierresbertrand/

[email protected]

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In this episode, Dr. Harbir Sian welcomes Dr. Jennifer Lyerly, a self-proclaimed optometry nerd, a successful blogger, a pioneer in the optometry podcast world, and a passionate practitioner in myopia management and specialty contact lens. True Vision Optometry, where Dr. Lyerly works, was recently awarded one of the practices of the year in 2023 by CooperVision. Dr. Lyerly shares her expertise in myopia management, how she started her ultra-successful blog, and her journey in the optometry podcasting world. She also shares advice on dabbling in myopia management and gives her insights on the vision insurance plan. Tune into today’s conversation and gain awareness about the world of myopia management.

Connect with Dr. Lyerly:

eyedolatryblog.com

instagram.com/eye.dolatry

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There is a world of possibility and opportunity when writing single-vision prescriptions for our patients. Gone are the days of the basic distance-only scripts, or at least they should be! In this episode, Dr. Gary Matter shares his journey into myopia management, how valuable the HOYA MiYOSMART lenses have been, and how he maximizes single vision scripts for all non-presbyopic patients. He also dives into the use of photochromic for single-vision glasses. There is so much to unpack in this episode of managing myopia with these cool technology lenses. Tune in for more!

Learn more about the new HOYA MiYOSMART Chameleon technology:

https://www.hoyavision.com/for-spectacle-wearers/miyosmart/miyosmart-sun/

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What does it take to make your mark in your industry? That’s what we’re going to be discussing with our guest in this epsiode. Dr. Matthew Geller is the co-founder and CEO of CovalentCollective, which is the parent company for the very popular education platform EyesOnEyecare. In this episode, Matt takes us through his incredible journey from starting OptometryStudents.com to NewGradOptometry.com, and now to EyesOnEyecare.com. A true entrepreneur at heart, Dr. Geller shares how he is always looking for opportunities and how others within the eye care community can do the same. Tune in for more!

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