The Dr. April Jasper Show

Contact lenses can raise some frightening questions—but the answers don’t have to be scary.

In this episode of From Students, By Students on The Dr. April Jasper’s Show, Dr. Jasper is joined by her daughter, optometry student Ally Jasper, to explore common contact lens myths and concerns.

Ally asks the spooky questions while Dr. Jasper clears up misconceptions, shares practical care tips, and offers solutions to everyday contact lens challenges.

Join us for useful insights, a fresh student perspective, and a little seasonal fun.

A new location marks a new chapter for Advanced Eyecare Specialists! In this episode of The Dr. April Jasper Show, Dr. Jasper and her husband, David Jasper, share their experience moving the practice and settling into their new space.

In recognition of Contact Lens Awareness Month, they also discuss the high-quality contact lens options available at the office and why choosing the right lenses matters for comfort, vision, and eye health. Join them for a conversation about change, contact lenses, and their continued commitment to patient care.

A few contact lens scares, a little laughter, and plenty of helpful advice! Dr. April Jasper welcomes her daughter, Ally Jasper, an optometry student, for an October episode of “For Students By Students.”

Together, they talk about what can go wrong when contact lens care gets overlooked and why your eye doctor’s recommendations matter. Dr. Jasper shares practical tips along the way, while Ally brings her questions and perspective as a student.

Join Dr. Jasper and Ally Jasper on The Dr. April Jasper Show for helpful advice and a few memorable lessons

In this episode of The Dr. April Jasper Show, Dr. Jasper welcomes Richard Carver, founder and CEO of Little Mountain, to share the story behind his career, his company, and the creative work that has shaped both over the years. Richard reflects on how he got started, how Little Mountain has evolved, and some of the memorable projects he has worked on throughout his career. He also shares a look at the projects he is involved with today and the experiences that have made his professional journey so unique. Throughout the conversation, Richard offers stories and insights from decades of creative work, ideas, and projects that have defined his career. For business owners, physicians, entrepreneurs, and other professionals, this episode offers an engaging perspective on building a career around creativity, experience, and a willingness to keep taking on interesting new projects.

Recorded at FOA 2026, this special episode of The Dr. April Jasper Show features optometry students from Nova Southeastern University asking the questions that matter as they prepare to enter practice.

Dr. April Jasper, Dr. Amanda Aker, and Dr. Nestor Garcia discuss what it feels like to step into the role of doctor after graduation, the licensure process, building confidence early in practice, communicating difficult news to patients, and the importance of professional involvement and mentorship.

Bringing together perspectives from different stages of the profession, the conversation offers a practical look at what comes after optometry school and how doctors continue to grow throughout their careers.

In this episode, Dr. April Jasper sits down with John C. Li, MD, FACS, a board-certified otolaryngologist and neurotologist, U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon, and pilot, for an insightful conversation about hearing and the sounds we encounter every day.

Dr. Li shares his journey through medicine and aviation, his experience around fighter aircraft and military flight simulation, and how his work led to a deeper focus on noise-induced and hidden hearing loss.

The conversation explores an important question: How loud is too loud? Dr. Li explains why both sound level and duration of exposure matter, how seemingly ordinary environments can put our hearing at risk, and why hearing protection should begin long before noticeable hearing loss occurs.

He also shares a personal experience that helped shape his passion for hearing health and discusses the mission behind EarAware and the EarAware Sound Exposure app, designed to help people better understand and monitor the sound around them.

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In this episode of the Dr. April Jasper Show, Dr. Jasper sits down with Dr. Kandace L. Haines, O.D., owner of Ocean Optics in Delray Beach, Florida, for a heartfelt conversation about the many seasons of her journey in optometry. From school and residency to practice ownership, marriage, motherhood, and experiencing life from the other side of the exam room as a patient, Dr. Haines shares the moments that have shaped her both personally and professionally. Along the way, she offers meaningful lessons for optometry students, practicing doctors, and practice owners navigating their own careers and lives.

In this episode, Dr. April Jasper sits down with Dr. Ted McElroy to discuss his career in optometry, private practice, and leadership within the profession. As the owner of Vision Source Tifton, a Vision Source administrator, and a member of the Administrator Advisory Board, Dr. McElroy shares the experiences that have shaped his approach to patient care and practice ownership. He also reflects on the rewarding experience of seeing his son begin his own career in optometry and offers practical insights for doctors looking to grow their practices, strengthen patient relationships, and build successful careers. Join Dr. Jasper and Dr. McElroy for an engaging conversation filled with practical wisdom, professional insights, and a passion for advancing the field of optometry.

Advanced Eyecare Specialists & Optical Boutique is entering an exciting new chapter as the practice prepares to move into its new facility at The Press Building.

In this episode of The Dr. Jasper Show, Dr. April Jasper sits down with her husband, David Jasper, for an honest conversation about what it takes to relocate and grow an established practice while continuing to provide exceptional patient care.

Together, they share the vision behind the new space, the challenges they encountered throughout the process, and the solutions and decisions that helped keep the project moving forward. April and David discuss the uncertainty, concerns, and lessons that come with bringing a big vision to life. This behind-the-scenes conversation offers a candid look at the realities of change—the moments of stress, the questions that arise along the way, and the importance of focusing on solutions rather than letting worry take over.

Whether you're a healthcare professional, business owner, or simply interested in the journey behind a major transition, this episode provides an honest perspective on growth, change, and moving forward through uncertainty.

In this episode:

• The vision behind the new Advanced Eyecare Specialists facility

• Challenges encountered during the construction and relocation process

• Solutions and key decisions that helped move the project forward

• Lessons learned throughout the journey

• Preparing for the next chapter of Advanced Eyecare Specialists

Join Dr. April Jasper and David Jasper as they share the challenges, solutions, and personal reflections behind this important milestone for Advanced Eyecare Specialists.

In this For Students, By Students episode of The Dr. April Jasper Show, Dr. April Jasper is joined by her daughter, Allison Jasper, for a practical conversation on one of the most important decisions in eye care: choosing the right contact lenses for each patient.

With more lens technologies available than ever before, prescribing the right lenses requires more than just a prescription. Dr. April and Allison discuss how lifestyle, visual demands, ocular health, and patient expectations all play a role in successful contact lens wear.

In this episode, you'll learn: • How to evaluate a patient's lifestyle and visual needs • The differences between today's contact lens options • Common mistakes to avoid during the prescribing process • How to improve patient satisfaction and long-term success • Why communication is just as important as the prescription

Whether you're an optometry student, eye care professional, or simply curious about contact lenses, this conversation offers practical insights that can help create better outcomes and happier patients.