In this episode, Dr. Michael Rivers joins Guido Piquet to discuss how automation, staffing strategies, and technology are shaping the future of ophthalmology. Drawing from his experience as a retina specialist and senior director of ophthalmology at ModMed, Dr. Rivers shares insights on improving efficiency, supporting staff, and maintaining the personal touch patients value most.

If you’re looking to streamline operations, strengthen your team, and prepare your practice for the future of patient care, this episode offers practical guidance and forward-thinking perspectives.

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In this episode, Savory Turman joins Guido Piquet to explore the power of coaching for growth and leadership in ophthalmology. With 25 years of experience in healthcare, Savory shares insights on developing individuals, building trust within teams, and navigating the challenges of leadership in a rapidly growing practice.

If you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills, develop strong teams, and create lasting impact in your practice, this episode is filled with valuable takeaways.

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In this episode, Kasey Gantz joins Guido Piquet to talk about leadership, growth, and impact in ophthalmology. As COO of Alliance Vision Institute, she shares lessons from 20+ years building patient-focused workflows, developing strong teams, and managing growth without losing culture.

If you want to strengthen your leadership and create lasting impact in your practice, this episode is packed with insight.

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In this episode, Mike Lyons joins Guido Piquet to break down what it takes to keep great people engaged in ophthalmology. As the founder of Seasoned Advice and a longtime HR leader, Mike shares insights from two decades of helping healthcare practices improve retention and build cultures where employees want to stay. They explore why compensation alone isn’t enough, how transparency builds trust, and why small gestures of appreciation make a big difference. If you’re looking to reduce turnover and strengthen your team, this episode is full of practical ideas.

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In this episode, Megan Odell joins Guido Piquet to unpack what it really takes to build high-performing teams in ophthalmology. With a background in healthcare HR and operations, Megan shares lessons from her experience transforming team culture, refining hiring processes, and leading through change. They dive into the WHO method of hiring, why culture fit matters more than experience, and how to avoid the most common hiring mistakes in private practice. If you’re looking to strengthen your team, improve staff retention, or grow as a leader in healthcare, this episode is packed with takeaways.

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In this episode, Dr. Virginia Feldman joins Guido Piquet to share lessons from her journey building healthcare businesses. From launching a thriving ASC to founding Nexus Health Resources, Dr. Feldman breaks down what it really takes to scale patient-centered operations. They dive into the evolving role of patient experience, navigating new quality metrics, and what healthcare entrepreneurs should know before stepping into this space. If you’re looking to improve patient experience, strengthen your ASC operations, or grow as a healthcare leader, this one’s worth a listen.

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In this episode, Stephanie Collins, CEO of Austin Retina Associates, joins Guido Piquet to break down what it really takes to run a successful retina practice. From managing high patient volumes to tackling communication gaps and driving lean process improvements, Stephanie shares lessons learned from scaling her team and operations. If you're looking to improve efficiency, elevate patient experience, and build a more resilient practice, this one’s worth a listen.

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In this episode, Joel Gaslin, CEO of Navigate Patient Solutions, joins Guido Piquet to unpack one of the biggest challenges in cataract care today—patient education. From shortened evaluation times to tech overload, patients are struggling to keep up, and practices are feeling the pressure. Joel shares how Navigate is helping clinics rethink when and how education happens—and why breaking it up across touchpoints is leading to higher conversions and happier patients. If you're aiming to improve the cataract experience and free up your team’s time, this one’s worth a listen.

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In this episode, Shareef Mahdavi, CEO & CXO of Laser Eye Center of Silicon Valley and founder of the PX Movement, joins Guido Piquet to break down why patient experience matters more than ever. From missed follow-ups to front desk fumbles, Shareef explains how small moments make a big impact—and why practices that invest in experience are the ones that win. Whether you're tired of competing on price or just want happier patients, this conversation will shift how you think about delivering care.Connect with Shareef: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shareefmahdavi/PX90: https://pxmovement.comTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:Boost Patients | Convert More Modern Vision Correction & Cataract Leads Into Patients | ⁠⁠https://www.boostpatients.com⁠⁠Boost follows up with your New Patient Inquiries 24/7, within 60 Seconds. Their Patient Concierge team calls, texts, and emails potential patients, following up for months and scheduling new patient consultations directly onto your calendar.Connect with Guido:• ⁠⁠Guido's Linkedin⁠⁠ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/guidopiquet/• ⁠⁠Mann Eye Institute's Website - https://www.manneye.com

In this episode, Flora Azucena, CEO and founder of Alchemy Vision, joins Guido Piquet to unpack the training challenges facing ophthalmology practices—and how tech-savvy Gen Z staff might just be the solution. From rethinking technician onboarding to partnering with the AAO, Flora shares how her team is bridging the gap between clinical knowledge and soft skills. A must-listen for anyone trying to build a more efficient, future-ready workforce in eye care.

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