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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...

Send us Fan Mail About Kaleb Abbott Is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is faculty in both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation where he specializes in complex ocular surface disease and participates in clinical trials/research pertaining to ocular surface disease.  In addition to his clinical and rese...

Send us Fan Mail In this insightful episode, we dive into the world of keratoconus and explore the latest advances in specialty contact lens fitting. Dr. Karen Deloss, a leading expert from the University of Michigan, shares her invaluable insights and clinical pearls that every optometry professional needs to hear.  What You'll Learn: Key indicators for testing keratoconus: What to watch for...

Send us Fan Mail About  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 with an emphasis on retinal...

Send us Fan Mail About Kaleb Abbott Is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is faculty in both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation where he specializes in complex ocular surface disease and participates in clinical trials/research pertaining to ocular surface disease.  In addition to his clinical and rese...

Send us Fan Mail About Mike Cymbor Is a dynamic and engaging speaker.  He lectures frequently on the topics of glaucoma and advanced diagnostic procedures.  He also speaks on diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye and ocular surface disease.  He has a growing interest in the intersection between health, diet and ocular disease.  Dr. Cymbor is a managing partner in one of the largest o...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Lighthizer Born and raised in Bismarck, North Dakota, Dr. Nate Lighthizer, O.D., F.A.A.O., is a graduate of Pacific University College of Optometry.  Upon graduation, he completed a residency in Family Practice Optometry with an emphasis in Ocular Disease and Laser and Surgical Optometry through Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry (NSUOCO).  Dr. L...

Send us Fan Mail Astigmatism often flies under the radar, especially in patients with lower degrees. In this episode, Dr. Dave Kading shares his insights on why early correction is crucial, even for mild cases, and how it can impact visual quality over time. Whether you’re a seasoned optometrist or just starting out, you’ll find practical tips on managing astigmatism that can make a real differenc...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered if soft contact lenses are becoming a thing of the past? Tune into our latest OI Show episode featuring the incredible Dr. Jackie Garlich, where we dig into this hot topic. Dr. Garlich shares her candid insights on why soft contacts still hold a vital place in clinical practice, despite the growing concerns in the industry. Are doctors really stepping away from them?...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why multifocal contact lenses often fall short of expectations? 🤔 In our latest episode, Mark Schaeffer shares his insights on the complexities of managing presbyopia with contact lenses and why patient education is key to success. Highlights: Navigating the challenges and opportunities in presbyopia management  Enhancing patient education for better outcom...

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Send us Fan Mail Struggling to find time for innovation in your busy practice? In this episode of the OI Show, Dr. David Kading offers practical advice on how to integrate new technologies and services without overwhelming your schedule.  Highlights: Discover why the best time to innovate is right now. Learn how Dr. David Kading's practice benefited financially from introducing new services....

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Pucker, Dr. Andrew Pucker is the Executive Director of Clinical and Medical Sciences at Lexitas Pharma Services. He earned his BS in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, and he earned his OD, MS, and PhD degrees from The Ohio State University. His independent research career has focused on dry eye disease, contact lenses, and myopia...

Send us Fan Mail About Jason Besecker OD, MS Dr. Jason Besecker is the founder and managing director of Envision Specialty EyeCare & Dry Eye Center, the first and only eye care clinic in Idaho dedicated to the treatment and management of ocular conditions responsible for dry eye symptoms. Even though dry eye  is the focus, Dr. Besecker also enjoys helping patients manage their glaucoma, age re...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Maria Walker Maria Walker OD, MS, PhD is a clinician scientist with a focus on keratoconus, childhood myopia, and specialty contact lenses. She graduated with an OD/MS from The New England College of Optometry in Boston, MA, USA in 2013 and then completed a one-year Cornea & Contact Lens Residency at Pacific University in Portland, OR. She joined the faculty at U...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Janelle Davison Dr. Janelle Davison, an award-winning optometrist, graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2006. With 18 years of experience in private practice, Dr. Davison is highly respected in the optometric industry. She has received numerous accolades, including being named "The Most Influential Women in Optical for Innovati...

Send us Fan Mail About Dr. Bollinger Dr. Bollinger is a board-certified optometrist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry which demonstrates her commitment to excellence and lifelong learning in her profession. She has participated in advisory board meetings & also as a Key Opinion Leader for companies such as Alcon, Ocular Therapeutix, Novartis, ScienceBased Health, Viatris, a...

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