The Myopia Mindset

How do you move from fitting Ortho-K lenses to designing them? In this episode of The Myopia Mindset, host Matthew Herzberg closes out the Road to Vision by Design 2025 series with two of the field’s top innovators: Dr. Sherman Tung and Dr. Laurence Wong.

In the Essential Edition (first 30 min) of this in-depth interview, host Matthew Herzberg and Dr. Ken Maller unpack the mindset it takes to build a 100% contact lens practice, the lessons learned from the “wild west” of early Ortho-K, and how curiosity and patience shaped an entire career. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://my...

Three thousand papers are published on myopia every year. How do you know which ones matter? Dr. Langis Michaud breaks it all down—and Dr. Cary Herzberg explains why Vision by Design is the Super Bowl of myopia science. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ You will get a longer discussion, more insigh...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast — Taking over a trailblazing Ortho-K practice comes with high expectations. Dr. Andrew Brauer shares how time, empathy, and personal experience helped him find his identity as a myopia management practitioner. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ You will get a...

Think you’re not ready for myopia management? Dr. Brianna Rue shows why you don’t need to be perfect—you just need to start. From her first patient to building a thriving referral network, discover the mindset shift that can transform your practice. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ You will get a...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast—Consultation is where the battle for myopia management is won—or lost. In this episode, three experts reveal the exact strategies they use to win parents’ trust, boost conversions, and set kids up for success. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ You will get a...

In this Essential Edition episode of The Myopia Mindset, Dr. Dan Press shares his journey as a third-generation optometrist and previews his Vision By Design 2025 lecture, Myopia and the Whole Child. Is myopia really just about the eyes—or is it about the whole child? Dr. Dan Press reveals why screen time, outdoor play, sleep, and even family habits matter just as much as lenses or drops. This epi...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast — Imagine being told a patient can’t be fit with Ortho-K. For Dr. Joelle Holland, those were the moments that defined her career—because with the right consultation and support from lens designer Mark Cosgrove, those patients walked away with life-changing results. What does it really take to succeed with orthokeratology and myopia management? In this episo...

In this Essentail Edition episode of The Myopia Mindset, host Matthew Herzberg sits down with Dr. Leah Johnson and Dr. Sheila Morrison, two leading experts in myopia management, to share their insights on practice management strategies, pricing pitfalls, scheduling hacks, and communication tips that keep patients happy and practices profitable. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of th...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast: What makes a practitioner truly successful in myopia management? Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford shares how his journey—from early ortho-k curiosity to becoming a Vision By Design speaker—has shaped his approach to patient care, education, and practice growth. Packed with real-world tips, mindset shifts, and a preview of his VBD 2025 session, this conversation wi...

This episode has been UNLOCKED for all audiences as part of our ROAD TO VISION BY DESIGN 2025 series. What if you could know—within the first month—whether your myopia control treatment is working? In this episode, Pat Caroline and Randy Kojima reveal how they’re rewriting the Ortho-K playbook with signal-driven customization, cutting-edge measurements, and design tweaks that could transform patie...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast, what’s next for myopia management? In this episode, we talk with Dr. Bruce Koffler and Dr. Michael Lipson about their upcoming session at Vision By Design 2025. They share how specific patient attributes influence the risk and progression of myopia—and introduce a practical total risk scoring system that guides fully customized treatment plans to slow myop...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast, is Vision by Design really worth it? Bootcamp veterans say it’s the most energizing, career-changing event in myopia management. In this episode, you’ll hear from the powerhouse Bootcamp faculty themselves—and discover why this ortho-k and specialty lens training could transform your practice in 2025. Join host Matthew Herzberg and the Bootcamp faculty—Drs...

This episode has been UNLOCKED for all audiences as part of our ROAD TO VISION BY DESIGN 2025 series. How do you move patients from “Maybe later” to “I’m in”—without feeling like a pushy salesperson? We’re kicking off our Road to Vision by Design 2025 series with none other than Dr. Steve Vargo, OD, MBA—bestselling author, seasoned consultant, and this year’s VBD keynote speaker. 🎟 Learn more abou...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast, Dr. Monica Jong joins The Myopia Mindset to share her incredible journey—from her early days as a clinician in Australia to becoming one of the most influential voices in the global myopia movement. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/p/from-clinic-to-global-i...

In this supporter exclusive preview, Cary Herzberg OD FIAOMC joins us for a discussion on FDA indications in Myopia Management and off label orthokeratology. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/p/do-fda-indications-actually-matter You will get a longer discussion, more insights, and a bonus episode ev...

In this Essential Edition of the podcast, Dr. Nick Despotidis spent years building smart, innovative systems for his team and practice—turning patients into enthusiastic champions for his myopia care. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/p/hosting-a-myopia-event-in-your-practice You will get a longer d...

In this Essential Edition of the episode, Dr. Grant Miller returns to share exactly how he built and scaled his wildly successful back-to-school myopia events over the past five years. From games and scavenger hunts to axial length demos and live lens trials, Grant walks us step-by-step through how to engage parents, excite kids, and drive real conversions. Looking for more? Consider The Extended...

In this Essential Edition of the episode, In this powerhouse follow-up episode, host Matthew Herzberg brings back Dr. Matthew Martin and Dr. Paul Levine for Part 2 of the Myopia Practice Showdown. These two leading voices in myopia management go deep into one of the most essential tools in the specialty: axial length measurement. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, ava...

In this Essential Edition of the episode, Dr. Glenda Aleman shares her incredible story—from working as a technician in Honduras to becoming an optometrist and founder of OK Love, a thriving myopia management practice. Looking for more? Consider The Extended Edition of this episode, available for paid supporters at: https://myopiamindset.substack.com From Technician to Ortho-K Leader You will get...

Get the full episode by supporting our Substack: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ In this episode of The Myopia Mindset, we dive into one of the most overlooked growth strategies in myopia management—your existing patient base. Learn how to source and analyze patient files to identify ideal candidates for Ortho-K and other myopia control treatments. We break down what to look for, how to set up...

You can get episodes early and in full by becoming a paid supporter of The Myopia Mindset! Support Us On Substack here: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ In this episode: The American Academy of Orthokeratology & Myopia Control is a non-profit organization that supports, promotes and advances the science of orthokeratology and myopia control through quality education and scientific informati...

Support Us On Substack: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ In this episode, we compare two distinct myopia management practices—one a multi-doctor, urban-based clinic led by Dr. Paul Levine, and the other a focused, rural practice run by Dr. Matthew Martin who has carved out a strong niche in a smaller market. We explore their unique philosophies on patient selection, lens fitting strategies, and...

Support Our Substack: https://myopiamindset.substack.com/ Take Your Myopia Practice to a Whole Other Level In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ashley Tucker, OD to explore the strategies and insights that can help you elevate your myopia practice. Dr. Tucker shares her journey, challenges, and successful approaches that have taken her practice to new heights. From refining patient care technique...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cary Herzberg, OD, FIAOMC, to answer a question many practitioners face: How young can you start orthokeratology treatment? With decades of experience and a practice focused almost entirely on pediatric patients, Dr. Herzberg shares his insights on evaluating readiness, communicating with parents, and managing complex ortho-k cases in very young children. From...