How can passion, community service, and policy leadership build a thriving optometry practice? On this week’s episode of Optometrists Building Empires, host Ankit Patel had the honor of talking to Thuy Tran, Owner and Optometrist at Rose City Vision, who also serves as a state representative in Oregon. Dr. Tran shares her incredible journey as a public servant, optometrist, military officer, and advocate, reflecting on how her values and family support have shaped her career. From rebuilding her practice to influencing healthcare policy, Dr. Tran proves that passion and purpose can drive real change. If you’re inspired by multi-dimensional leadership and community-driven impact, this episode is for you! Now, without further ado, let’s welcome Dr. Thuy Tran. 

Takeaways: 

• Follow your passion. It’s what gets you excited to wake up and serve every day. 
• Define your core values and lead through integrity, accountability, and service.
• Cross-train your team and streamline systems to run an efficient multi-location practice. 
• Engage in policy advocacy to expand access to care and elevate your profession. 
• Stay adaptable, be a forever learner, and embrace opportunities as they come. 
• Let community involvement shape your practice’s mission and personal fulfillment. 
• Blend professional ambition with personal creativity to sustain long-term purpose. 

Quote of the Show:

• “Let’s ask how we, as optometrists, build our empire, create community, serve, lead, and be impactful to humanity as a whole.” - Thuy Tran

Links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drthuytran/  
• Company website: https://rosecityvisioncare.com/  
• Email [email protected] 
• State Representative Website: https://www.tranfororegon.com/ 

Ways to Tune In:

• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5w1H9BBwRXvBSSkexePYxG 
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optometrists-building-empires/id1762685070 
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