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Send us Fan Mail In this podcast we will pick his brain to talk with us about the Business Model of Myopia Management. He will walk us through the business models he heard of.  Here we can learn the biggest roadblock oh how he incorporates myopia management to a busy primary care practice.  As we all know Myopia practice takes a little bit of time. If you want to implement and you don’t want to do...

Send us Fan Mail How Cytokines Tell the Dry Eye Story Hello, I am Dr. David Kading. Welcome to Eyecare’s Lit brought to you by Optometric Insights Media.  In this episode, we unpack four key studies that reveal how immune messengers in tears shape the biology of dry eye disease. We’re going to look at two major meta-analyses and the DREAM biomarker studies.  These studies show us that the cytokine...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Harbir Sian OD Dr. Harbir Sian is the co-owner of three optometric practices in British Columbia. In the clinic, Dr. Sian enjoys practicing various specialties within eyecare, particularly myopia management and dry eye. After completing his Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry in 2010, Dr. Sian found that he was passionate about giving bac...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful conversation, we explore the question: Is myopia truly a disease? Join us as Mark Bullimore sheds light on the intricate nuances of this visual condition and its impact on our overall eye health. Discover the significance of each diopter and gain a deeper understanding of why it matters.  About Mark Bullimore: Professor Bullimore is an internationally renowned s...

Send us Fan Mail Why do we think Atropine works?  If you think it is because of accommodation, think again.  We also discuss concentrations and the studies leading to how I use atropine in my practice.  Also, Jeff speaks about a recent study talking about what your patients will experience when they use atropine.  Jeff's work in the area of Myopia has been so influential in my myopia practice...

Send us Fan Mail Today we are honored to have Patrick Caroline about the history of Myopia Management. About Mr. Caroline: Mr. Caroline serves as Associate Professor at Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove Oregon. He is a Fellow member and Diplomat of the Cornea and Contact Lens Section of the American Academy of Optometry. For the past thirty years Patrick has served as a contr...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Kading has been involved in Myopia world since 2005 and has been passionate about stopping the progression of Myopia. As many of you know, Myopia is on the rise and it has been known as the other Global Pandemic. In this podcast, we will share with you insights from the world renowned people in Myopia field. About Dr. David Kading Dave Kading has been recognized by his peers a...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Kaleb Abbott  Abbott is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is affiliated with both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation, where he specializes in complex ocular surface diseases and participates in clinical trials and research related to these conditions.  In addition to his cli...

Send us Fan Mail About Tom Freyne  He is the CEO, owner, and founder of Scope Eyecare, a family-founded business dedicated to improving eye health and enhancing lives. Since establishing Scope in 2009, Tom has led its transformation from a small start-up into an international, market-leading eyecare company — recognised for its fearless innovation and genuine care for people. With over 21 years of...

Send us Fan Mail About Maria Pribis, OD, FAAO,  Diplomate of the American Board of optometry from the University of Pittsburgh where she was a member of the dance team. She then graduated with high honors from Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University. While in optometry school she was president of SOSH. Dr. Pribis was inducted into BSK honor society. She completed an ocular disease re...

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Send us Fan Mail About Julie Rodman, OD, MSC, FAAO Dr. Julie Rodman is the Chief of the Broward Eye Care Institute in Fort Lauderdale, FL and a Professor of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University. She also is the Instructor of Record for Posterior Segment Disease at the College. Her research interests include OCT/OCTA and Vitreoretinal Disease. Dr. Rodman has authored over thirty publications w...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Aaron Werner, OD  Graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry, following his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather in becoming a doctor of optometry.  He is president of Werner Optometry in San Diego, CA a two-doctor multi-generation optometry practice that provides comprehensive primary eye care services. Aaron is passionate about helping others achieve their...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Mila Ioussifova Dr. Mila Ioussifova graduated with honors from the New England College of Optometry and completed a residency program in community health and ocular disease in Boston, MA. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is on the leadership team of the Anterior Segment Section of the AAO. Dr. Mila served as an adjunct clinical faculty at the Paci...

Send us Fan Mail About: Alex Kotelsky is a medical device engineer at Bausch + Lomb where he leads innovative optical projects in the research and development of advanced contact lens designs. With a robust background in both theoretical and applied sciences, Alex has a Ph. D. and has postdoctoral training in biomechanics and mechanobiology of articular cartilage and chondrocytes. His research has...

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Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Jade Coats Dr. Jade Coats is a 2016 of the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN, and since graduation has worked in an OD/MD cataract/refractive surgery practice (McDonald Eye Associates, Rogers, Arkansas) in which she dedicates the majority of her clinical practice to ocular disease, comprehensive eye care, and contact lenses.  Honored as a Contact Lens Institut...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. John D. Marvin, John D. Marvin is a visionary entrepreneur, acclaimed columnist, and influential leader dedicated to empowering others to unlock their full potential. As President and CEO of Texas State Optical, John has cultivated a thriving business network while spearheading initiatives in health and wellness consulting and eyecare partnerships. With a steadfast commi...

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Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Kalfayan Dr. Nona Kalfayan is a leading expert in her field of primary eye health, and a highly sought-after physician specializing in treating dry eye disease nationwide. She holds a Doctor of Optometry Degree from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Optometry, specializing in advanced ocular surface disease. Dr. Kalfayan’s dedication lies in holistic and prev...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The OI Show , Dr. Dave Kading reconnects with Dr. Jennifer Stewart, a visionary in optometry and practice management. After selling her successful large group practice in 2022, Dr. Stewart took a leap of faith, stepping away from clinical care and embarking on a transformative journey of consulting, speaking, and self-reflection. Fast forward to 2024, she’s back...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Elise Kramer Dr. Elise Kramer is a residency-trained optometrist in Miami FL who specializes in ocular surface disease and specialty contact lens design and fitting. Her Doctorate degree was awarded in Optometry from the Université de Montréal in 2012. During her fourth year, she completed her internship in ocular disease at the Eye Centers of South Florida and went on t...

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Send us Fan Mail About Zac Denning Zac Denning is the Director of Scientific & Professional Affairs at ScienceBased Health (SBH), which he joined in 1999. Following his passion for science, Mr. Denning studied biology and biochemistry at Evergreen where he received his Bachelor of Science. Working alongside scientists, clinicians and researchers, he has helped SBH pioneer new categories of...