The Berne Podcast with Dr. Sam Berne

Welcome to the EyeClarity podcast! In today’s episode, I share a powerful story about a patient diagnosed with glaucoma and the shocking way the news was delivered. This incident highlighted the importance of going beyond the routine eye exam and considering the patient’s unique needs. Glaucoma diagnosis can be challenging, but incorporating functional vision tests can lead to major br...

Hey everyone, welcome to today’s show. I want to talk about some exciting research in regenerative eye care. First, there’s stem cell therapy, both using embryonic and adult stem cells, which are introduced into the retina to treat conditions like macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa. Early studies show promising results. Gene therapy is also being explored, particularly for i...

Hey everyone, it’s Dr. Sam, and I want to talk about my daily wellness practices. First and foremost, I prioritize getting into nature every day, whether it’s a park, hiking trail, or my own yard. I emphasize mindful eating, stress reduction through activities like walking in nature and spending time with friends, and the importance of quality sleep for recharging and deep rest. These...

Today’s podcast is a bit different as I recently gave a presentation to entrepreneurs through an organization called SCORE. I shared my experiences and expertise in marketing, especially in the holistic eyecare industry. I emphasized the importance of finding underpriced attention and getting the word out about your business. Building a brand and developing relationships with your community...

Hey everyone, welcome to the program. Today, I want to talk about essential oils and share my experiences with them. I first discovered essential oils when I had a digestive problem and tried cardamom essential oil, which provided great relief. Intrigued, I studied aromatherapy and became an aroma therapist. In fact, I may soon be releasing my own line of essential oils. Essential oils are derived...

Today I want to address a parent’s concerns about their four-year-old daughter, Julie, who has been diagnosed with farsightedness and lazy eye. The parent has been advised by an eye doctor to have Julie wear glasses full time and consider eye muscle surgery. I want to offer an alternative perspective that emphasizes the malleability of a child’s visual system and the potential for impr...

In this coaching session, I’m helping an entrepreneur move forward with his business with social media. This entrepreneur wants to create small snippets of information to engage their audience and keep them interested in their farm. We discuss using email blasts, social media sites, and podcasts to deliver the content. Also the importance of consistency and using platforms like TikTok for vi...

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dr. Jen Pfleghaar, DO, ABOIM @integrativedrmom on her podcast recently. Dr. Jen is very passionate about health. She completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine. Healthcare is often symptom-focused and reactive, rather than prevention-focused and proactive. Patients and physicians rarely discuss nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle change, and instead fo...

In this episode, I am going to talk about Vision Motion Sickness. This is actually a pretty common condition that gets triggered when you are moving quickly or if you move your head quickly and you start to feel nauseas, dizzy or lightheaded. So let’s jump in. Enjoy the show! If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@...

In a recent study conducted by a group called Mamavation in partnership with Environmental Health News, researchers found that 18 sets of soft contact lenses were evaluated and came back with various levels of organic fluorine—an indicator for the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS). PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” is a large, complex group of synthetic chemicals used...

Today, I am covering my top 3 tips to improve your vision. These are easy things you can do that can make a big difference. Enjoy the show! If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community and ask your questions! SUMMARY KEYWORDS eye, prescr...

Today, I want to take a question today from a listener who has high eye pressure, but no Glaucoma. I want to go into the causes and what you can do to bring your eye pressure down.  Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the comm...

Today, I want to take a look at the research on using deep learning and artificial intelligence to make early diagnoses of eye conditions by analyzing images of the retina. This technology can identify diseases like macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, and may even indicate risks of cardiovascular issues and early-stage dementia. Enjoy the show! If you want more, sign up for my newslette...

Join us today as we delve into the exciting world of branding and social media growth. In this episode, I’ll be sharing a captivating presentation I recently gave on scoring big in these areas. Get ready to embark on a journey as I recount my personal experiences and offer valuable insights on discovering your target audience and cultivating a thriving social media presence. Don’t miss...

I want to talk about adjusting to a reduced prescription for nearsightedness. I received a question from a mother whose son is struggling to adjust to the reduced prescription, experiencing eye strain and muscle pain. When presented with a reduced prescription, the eyes should relax, but some individuals may feel the tension that was previously unnoticed due to a stronger prescription. So we are g...

The gallbladder is key to your overall health, so today I am addressing my top tips for gallbladder health. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community and ask your questions! SUMMARY KEYWORDS gallbladder, eat, podcast,...

I want to cover a topic I get a lot of questions about. EMF Exposure and our health. EMF exposure from our digital devices and its potential impact on our health. EMF pollution can affect various aspects of our well-being, including heart rate, blood pressure, brainwaves, circulation, and even our eyes. While some research suggests no health effects, many individuals experience issues like insomni...

Here is a great presentation I gave recently that I wanted to share with you. I talk about my history and how, as an eye doctor, I came to work with children struggling with their development and how that lead to KidPower. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text...

Here is a session I had with a patient who was suffering from double vision. In the first session, I recommended some physical therapy exercises and yoked prisms, but she was struggling with the program. So, we had another session where I laid out some important principles for her and anyone else suffering from double vision on the road to recovery. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my...

I had a session with a concerned mother whose child was diagnosed with Strabismus. We work through what that means and steps she can take to help the child. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community and ask your questi...

I wanted to share this session I help with a patient struggling with nearsightedness. I show her some eye exercises and we work on creating a personalized protocol together. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community an...

A recent CNN article came out that connected Alzheimer’s disease to your eyes. So I want to take a moment to break this down for you and look into it further. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community and ask you...

I am sharing a session I gave to an entrepreneur on social media growth. I share some of my key tips to grow your accounts and reach your audience. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com . If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’ to 1-844-932-1291 to join the community and ask your questions! &#16...

I had a great chat with Sue Choi about her work and her new book. Sue Choi is a somatic movement teacher and bodyworker with over 2 decades of experience creating body solutions for clients. Her goal has always been making enduring and sustainable changes for people in their bodies that they can carry into their daily lives. Driven to understand how mental and emotional connections show up in the...

I was a guest on Dr. Robert Wiles radio show. He is a sports podiatrist, they call him the sports doctor, and we had about a 15 minute lively conversation about optometry, concussions, brain injury, and so much more. Enjoy the show. If you want more, sign up for my newsletter at: www.drsamberne.com. If you have any questions, submit them to hello@drsamberne.com or you can now text me! Text ‘Join’...