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Brandy Yeack is the AOA's 2023 Paraomtometric of the Year. Her passion is inspiring and her story is motivating. It takes a team to provide the best care for patients and maintain a healthy business, and Brandy discusses how parametrics and the paraoptometric certification program empowers team members. In Brandy's own words, "I love the relationships that come from seeing patients from year to year. I also love the relationships I have with industry partners, and doctors/staff across the country. Traveling for my job and meeting other leaders brings me so much joy. I love to soak up knowledge and pass my own experiences and knowledge to help others in our industry." You can hear from Brandy and her peers on this short video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F-ZCc05LtE)   Want to invest in your team's professional development? Enroll them in EyeCode Education's Paraoptometric Training Courses (https://www.eyecodeeducation.com/collections/Paraoptometric-Training) and get $100 off for 12 months with code "awp2024". To learn more about Paraoptometric Certification throuh AOA, visit: https://www.aoa.org/education/paraoptometric-resources?sso=y

Dr. Rob Stamm received his bachelor’s degree in biology from Nebraska Wesleyan University and his doctor of Optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry where he specialized in retinal disease, contact lens fittings, and low vision. He has been trained in prescribing the latest devices for low vision and to help in restoring reading and driving privileges. “I really enjoy helping people to see again when they have been told nothing more could be done to help them with their vision.” He also enjoys practicing full scope optometry with emphasis on glaucoma, contact lenses, See to Learn, dry eye treatment and refractive surgery consultation and co-management. “I love what I do and every day you learn something new. The eye care industry is constantly changing with technology and advancements. It is exciting to be able to be a part of such an advancing profession that can touch so many lives from young to elderly.” Coloradolowvisiondoctor.com and Ialvs.com   -------------------------------- 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! Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth EssilorLuxottica

Steve read All It Takes Is A Goal by Jon Acuff after listening to this (https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-iinep-14fc642) episode of the podcast. While reading he shared some neat insights and discusses some of them with Aaron on this episode. You can purchase a copy of All It Takes Is A Goal here (https://jonacuff.com/all-it-takes-is-a-goal-book/)   ------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

Brianna Rhue earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona before earning her Doctorate of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University. She completed her residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami and is the owner of West Broward Eyecare in South Florida. Dr. Rhue is passionate about healthcare technology, myopia management, specialty contact lens fits and practice management. She enjoys sharing her love for technology and myopia management through shared experiences in both running a private practice as well as starting a tech company. Dr. Rhue is the co-founder of Dr. Contact Lens which made the INC 5000 list as the 41st fastest growing company in the US and TechifEYE. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, playing tennis, standing on her head in yoga and traveling. Here is the link where they can learn more about Dr. Contact Lens: https://www.drcontactlens.com/ Here is my recommended books: https://www.amazon.com/shop/drcontactlens/list/27A7OTQ9UGNIO?linkCode=spc&tag=briannarhuepa-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.27A7OTQ9UGNIO

Tom Chapman, co-founder and CEO of Peeq Industries visited Aaron's practice and had an immediate impact and is welcomed to the porcast to share his philosopathy on having systems to help our patients, starting with knowing your "Want fries with that?" question. We discuss the importance of knowing your customer, helping them understand their needs and providing a solutions that increase compliance. "Eyelids are gross." This is the founding mantra of Peeq Industries. To improve hygiene, the company has built patent-pending device technology, trade secreted cleansers, and built a unique subscription service. The company is building clientele around the United States with clients in more than thirty-five states. These include optometrists, other doctors, and a variety of users who love their products and culture. To connect with Peeq visit peeqpro.com   ------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

Dr. Stringham joined the MacuHealth team after a distinguished career in research and academia. He earned his doctorate in experimental psychology and neuroscience from the University of New Hampshire in 2003, and did postdoctoral training at both Harvard Medical School and the Medical College of Georgia. He has since held positions at the University of Georgia, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and most recently the Duke Eye Center. Nearly all of his research has been geared toward understanding visual and cognitive benefits of the macular carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin. As the Chief Scientific Officer of MacuHealth, Dr. Stringham will expand the scope of research and application of the macular carotenoids to include investigation of effects that may benefit visual and cognitive performance in athletes, visual and systemic health in those with metabolic disease, and neural health and development in children. jstringham@macuhealth.com   -------------------------------- 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! Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth EssilorLuxottica

Virtual Assistants are not new but are gaining lots of popularity in the independent healthcare space. This week Cory Pinegar of Teem and Dr Joe DeLoach of PCS join to discuss the keys to success when adding a virtual assistnat to your team. Teem’s mission is to help businesses recruit and hire talent quickly and easily, finding unparalleled talent for optometric practices within a timeframe that they didn’t think was possible. Teem members are highly educated, HIPAA compliant and are excellent English speakers. Teem understands pay rates and standards of living across the globe, so an additional benefit to working with Teem is that we make sure the individuals that you hire with Teem are earning a good living for their geographic location. It’s a good deal for you and a good deal for your team members which is why retention rates with Teem are exceptional. CLICK HERE (https://hireteem.com/aaron-werner-podcast/) to connect with Teem. ------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

Dr Jennifer Stewart is the founder and Chief Vision Officer of Look New Canaan, a boutique private practice in New Canaan, CT. She also helps optometrists and organizations with operations, sales success, practice management and sales team training through her advisory and consulting firm, OD Perspectives. She is the Professional Editor of Independent Strong, is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the New England College of Optometry and a consultant for Coopervision, MacuHealth, GPN and Zyloware. She is the recipient of the 2022 Emerging Leader Award from the Optical Women's Association, the GameChanger Award from Eyecare Business, and the Theia Award for Innovation from Women in Optometry. With a deep interest in sports vision, Dr. Stewart is the Co-Founder and Chief Vision Officer for Performance 20/20, which provides services for sports and performance vision training. She serves on the Executive Board for the International Sports Vision Association, and provides consulting for sports vision practitioners around the world. odperspectives.com   If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to this podcast for bi-weekly episodes or leave a review. Thank you to our listeners! -------------------------------- 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! Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth    

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! Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

Aaron welcomes longtime friend Dwayne Dixon, who recently retired from Alcon and started Practice Elevation Consulting focused on helping practices delight and re-engage existing patients. Dwayne highlights the value of edutainment in training and the benefits of role-playing to improve patient experience. They also discuss his key success factors for practices, including having an engaged owner or leader, an experienced and empowered manager, and the right team. Dwayne can be contacted at: Practice Elevation Consulting Services, LLC (817) 800-1123 DwayneD@PracticeElevationCS.com www.PracticeElevationCS.com   ------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision