

EyeCode Media
Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO
Digging Deep into Optometry
Episodes
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Jun 11, 2025 • 51min
AWP: What’s Your Cost per Doctor Minute? A Deep Dive with Drs Scott Lewis & Alex Tadros
Dr. Scott Lewis, a seasoned optometrist with 35 years of experience, and Dr. Alex Tadros, a tech-savvy co-owner of a thriving optometry practice, dive into the often-overlooked metric of 'cost per doctor minute.' They discuss how this metric can transform a practice's efficiency and profitability. With real examples, they break down strategies for better practice management, emphasizing the importance of staff roles, effective delegation, and adopting new technologies. Their conversation is a must-listen for any practice owner aiming to optimize operations.

Jun 9, 2025 • 56min
The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Navigating the AI Revolution in Healthcare
Dr. Masoud Nafey, an optometrist turned tech leader, discusses his remarkable journey integrating AI in healthcare. He shares insights on enhancing electronic health records and building clinics for major corporations. The conversation dives into AI's role in patient care, emphasizing challenges like AI hallucinations and the need for tailored systems. Nafey also explores innovative approaches to myopia treatment and the significance of user-friendly tech in optometry, all while maintaining the human touch in patient interactions.

Jun 4, 2025 • 55min
AWP: Understanding Your Working Genius with Sophie Thune
In this unique episode, Dr. Aaron Warner flips the script and becomes the subject of the conversation with guest Sophie Thune, clinic manager at Good Life Eye Care and certified Working Genius facilitator. Together, they unpack Aaron’s Working Genius profile—his strengths in invention and discernment, and his challenges with enablement and galvanizing. Sophie breaks down the six types of genius, how they impact leadership, culture, and burnout, and why understanding your team’s wiring is crucial for building a thriving practice. A candid and insightful conversation about identity, growth, and leading with self-awareness.
Resources and coaching info
- Practice Culture Builder (https://www.practiceperformancepartners.com/courses/PracticeCultureBuilder)
- Contact Sophie: Sophie@goodlifeeyecare.com, LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-thune/)

Jun 2, 2025 • 40min
The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Bridging the Gap: Dr. Jennifer Chinn on Communication in Modern Healthcare
In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Chinn discusses her experiences with public speaking, the role of influencers in healthcare communication, and the evolution of patient education techniques. She emphasizes the importance of using analogies to make complex medical concepts more relatable to patients. Dr. Chin also shares insights on finding purpose in routine practice, the impact of mission trips on her perspective, and the balance between clinical practice and social media engagement. The discussion touches on the future of AI in healthcare and the significance of authentic patient communication.
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https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
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Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

May 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
BookNerds: Essentialism - The Discipline of Saying No
"In this episode of Book Nerds, Kyle, Brianna, and Aaron dive deep into Essentialism by Greg McKeown. They discuss the importance of living by design, not default, and share how the book’s principles—exploring, eliminating, and executing—have helped them declutter their lives and practices. From cutting unnecessary commitments to creating buffers and building courage, this conversation is packed with real-world insights for doctor-entrepreneurs seeking clarity and focus. They also discuss the power of sleep, the role of identity in decision-making, and the discipline of saying “no” to create space for what truly matters.
Join us as we do the Essentialism 21-Day Challenge starting June 1st! Click Here (https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kg7fQNNyEQq2HWUEwOX9GP) to join the BookNerds WhatsApp Group to participate for free
June's book is How the Mighty Fall by James Collins and we will discuss live on June 25 at 1p CT."
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Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

May 29, 2025 • 59min
AWP: Primary Care with a Specialty: Why ODs Should Lean Into Their Passions
Dr. David Kading shares his insights on blending primary care with subspecialties in optometry, building community through referrals, and embracing AI as a tool for innovation. From Mug Mondays to Myopia Management, Dave’s journey highlights the importance of leaning into your interests while keeping patient care at the heart of the practice.
Connect with Dave:
LinkedIN: @davekading
Facebook: @kadingconsulting
Instagram: @davekading
The Myopia Podcast: https://themyopiapodcast.buzzsprout.com/
Optometric Insights Podcast: https://theoishow.buzzsprout.com/
Email: drdave@specialtyeye.com
questions@eyecode-education.com
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation!
Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

May 23, 2025 • 14min
AWP: The Vision Behind 2BB: A Conversation with Two Blind Brothers
"In this episode, Aaron sits down with Bryan and Bradford Manning, co-founders of Two Blind Brothers, for a powerful and heartfelt conversation recorded live at the 2025 Vision Source Exchange in Denver, CO. The brothers share their journey of building a purpose-driven brand rooted in empathy, innovation, and the mission to cure blindness. We talk about the launch of the 2BB eyewear collection in collaboration with L’Amy America, designed to “feel the difference” through quality, comfort, and a tactile experience.
The 2BB line is now part of Vision Source’s Frame Dream program, an initiative aimed at optimizing board management, improving capture rate, and streamlining optical operations for independent practices. Aaron shares how his own practice is seeing real benefits from the program.
If you’re interested in the intersection of philanthropy, design, and independent optometry—this one’s for you.
Two Blind Brothers: https://twoblindbrothers.com/pages/reveal
2BB Frame Line: https://www.lamyamerica.com/catalog/2bb
Interested in Vision Source: https://visionsourcenext.com/
Vision Source's Frame Dream program for members: https://insight.visionsource.com/Programs/Frame-Dream
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Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

May 19, 2025 • 37min
The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Tariffs Got You Stressed? Here’s How to Cope & Thrive
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

May 16, 2025 • 1h 6min
Book Nerds: BE 2.0 - Burn the Boats and Build the Vision
In this episode of Book Nerds: A Book Club for Doctor Entrepreneurs, Drs. Kyle Klute, Brianna Rhue, and Aaron Werner unpack Jim Collins’ Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0. From taking “irreversible leaps” to confronting comfort and indecision, they reflect on what it really takes to build an enduring, values-driven business. The discussion explores leadership identity, culture, decision-making frameworks like the RICE method, and why great strategy is often stunningly simple.
Whether you’re leading a team, scaling a practice, or making your next bold move—this conversation will challenge and inspire you to think beyond what’s next.
Join our next LIVE episode of BookNerds on June 25 @ 1pm CST when we'll be discussing Essentialism by Greg McKeown (https://www.practiceperformancepartners.com/pages/booknerds)
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questions@eyecode-education.com
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation!
Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

May 12, 2025 • 15min
The Chris Wolfe Podcast: You Can’t Charge Enough for Once-a-Year Care
In this episode, Chris discusses the complexities of managing comprehensive care in optometry, particularly for patients with multiple conditions. He emphasizes the challenges of relying on optical sales to sustain practice revenue and advocates for a shift towards more focused, problem-specific visits to improve patient care and practice sustainability. Check it out the Comprehensive Optometry Simplified course here:
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This conversation explores the integration of ERG technology in eye care practices, the role of telehealth in providing comprehensive care, and the challenges faced by practitioners in remote locations. The discussion highlights the importance of data-driven decisions in implementing new technologies and the need for innovative business models to ensure quality patient care. The speakers share insights on their experiences with ERG technology, telehealth, and the evolving landscape of ocular disease management. In this conversation, Dr. Chris and Dr. Bradley Grant discuss the integration of clinical data and technology into patient care, focusing on diabetic retinopathy and the importance of automatic protocols. They explore how to influence patient compliance through metrics, optimize clinic workflow with testing protocols, and empower staff to enhance patient care. The discussion emphasizes the need for practices to adapt technology to their unique workflows and the significance of involving staff in the process. Check out the Practical Implementation of ERG in a Comprehensive Practice course here: https://www.practiceperformancepartners.com/courses/ERG
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth