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Today on the show, welcome back to Dr. Kyle Klute. A long time friend, colleague, mentor, and another Omaha based optometrist. We had a really great conversation about our identity, both as people and as eye doctors. We talked about how this identity shapes what we believe about what we can do in the profession and how this identity will help us think of ourselves as not "just" optometrists. Understanding who we are is the basis of every choice we make both in life and in business.  Total Patient Care Workshops: Take up $500 off these workshops if you enroll before February 1st!  The Total Patient Care On-Demand Workshop The Mastermind 6 Month Total Patient Care Program (enrolling now for spring 2023)  About our guest today:  Dr. Klute received his optometry degree from Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago and then completed additional training at a Veteran’s Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan. He then worked at an ocular disease referral center exclusively managing sight-threatening conditions of the eye. Now, he brings that wealth of knowledge and experience to primary care striving to identify these sight-threatening conditions earlier before they manifest into life-altering situations. Originally from the small town, Hampton, in south-central Nebraska, Dr. Klute strives to bring that small town, personable experience to health care.  Connect with Dr. Klute here on LinkedIN! ---------------------------------------------------------- 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  

Today on the show we have Dr. Kurt Steele from Newport, TN. We talked about rural optometry, consulting on other rural practices, how to get other medical providers to understand the scope of optometry, and more!  Dr. Kurt Steele has received both the Young Optometrist of the Year and Optometrist of the Year award for the state of Tennessee and has served as president of the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians, the East Tennessee Optometric Society, and the Smoky Mountain Optometric Society.  He also served on the board of the Southeastern Council of Optometrists.  Dr. Steele travels across the United States educating other optometric physicians.  Dr. Steele is a big fan of all Tennessee sports teams and is proud to support both Cocke County and Cosby athletics.  When not in the office, Dr. Steele enjoys spending time with his wife (Sacha), playing golf, fishing and traveling. Connect with Dr. Steele here on LinkedIn!  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  

Dr. Julie Helmus is a second-generation optometrist who took over her mother and father’s practice about 8 years ago.  She really did not see herself going into optometry as a profession and thought foreign language would be her future.  But, as she looked at the life her parents had, she thought, “That’s not a bad gig,” and made hers too.  In this episode we’ll discuss what an OD/CEO role looks like, how to delegate well, and the discomfort of a practice divorce.   If you’d like to contact Dr. Helmus, she can be reached at dr.julie.helmus@helmusoptometry.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    

Looking back on 2022, some of most downloaded episodes encompassed two  overarching topics: selling to private equity and cold starts. This quick 15 minute episode highlights three longer podcast episodes from this year that talked about the financial logistics of selling to PE, cold starts, and the future of private practices. Enjoy this 'Best of 2022' highlight episode and if you would like to enjoy the original episodes with Drs. Chad Fleming, Eric Baas, Robert Steinmetz, and Adam Cmejla, CFP® follow the links below!  Protecting Your Practice from PE with Dr. Chad Fleming Full Episode iCare Advisors with Drs. Eric Baas and Robert Steinmetz Full Episode The Private Equity End Game with Adam Cmejla, CFP Full Episode  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    

Looking back on 2022, some of most downloaded episodes encompassed one overarching topic: practice management. This quick 20 minute episode highlights three longer podcast episodes from this year that talked about practice management, team building, and office communication. Enjoy this 'Best of 2022' highlight episode and if you would like to enjoy the original episodes with Dr. Aaron Neufeld, Dr. Mike Rothschild, and Morgan Massie follow the links below!  ODs on Finance with Dr. Aaron Neufeld Full Episode Planning an Office Retreat with Dr. Mike Rothschild Full Episode Five Coaching Conversations with Morgan Massie Full Episode 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    

Today on the show we welcome Dr. Kevin Chan who is the Senior Clinical Director of Treehouse Eyes. Treehouse Eyes is the first and only specialty eye care company dedicated exclusively to providing myopia management for children across the U.S. (and in the process of expanding worldwide). He and I talked about myopia management, how to talk to other providers about the importance about myopia management, and more!   Dr. Chan is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. As a member of Essilor’s Myopia Task Force, he is leading the initiatives of myopia awareness. He was featured in the renowned TEDx talk titled, “Myopia – Global Epidemic,” in 2019.  He was one of the few panelists in the U.S. selected to partake in the inaugural Ophthalmology Innovation Summit (OIS) – Myopia Showcase in 2021. He was also privileged to be part of the inaugural American Optometric Association (AOA) Leadership Institute Class in 2020. Throughout his career, Dr. Chan has been a frequent speaker and contributor in various optometric events and platforms, including the Global Specialty Lens Symposium (GSLS), Vision By Design (VBD), Review of Optometry, Review of Myopia Management and Contact Lens Spectrum, to name a few.  Dr. Chan was awarded “Best Eye Doctor (category – optometrist)” by Washington Parents Magazine in 2020. He has been an active member of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO), American Optometric Association (AOA), Maryland Optometric Association (MOA), and American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (AAOMC). Connect with Dr. Chan here on LinkedIn!  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  

Today on The Vision of Leadership Podcast we have special guest, Dr. Audrey Raley. This conversation is full of gems from talking about starting her own private practice, mentorship, coaching the next generation, and more!  Dr. Audrey Raley is a certified, licensed optometric glaucoma specialist and therapeutic optometrist in New Braunfels, TX. She was born in San Antonio TX and raised in the Texas Hill Country. She graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from both Texas A&M University in College Station, in biomedical sciences, and the University of Houston College of Optometry for her doctorate.  Dr. Raley founded Refined Eye Care & Eyewear Gallery in 2018 and is committed to providing an unparalleled level of eye care in the New Braunfels area.  She is also a consultant for iCare Advisors serving as the Director of Training and Launch Support.  She was introduced to iCare Advisors by one of her optometry mentors and was able to open cold by following their method in less than two years after graduation.   As a former highly successful client, she was hand-picked to aid clients in maximizing the resources provided by iCare Advisors and support them on their journey to profitability. As a former client who has successfully completed the iCare Advisors strategic cold start process, Dr. Raley provides a unique perspective to the iCare team and their clients. Dr. Audrey’s passion for private practice success is contagious. She brings valuable insights into profitability, EHR customization, in-office finishing strategies, chair-side prescribing tactics and cold start metrics. Show Notes Links: https://refinedeyecare.com/ https://icareadvisors.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  

Welcome to the show Evon Mendrin, CFP, CSLP! Evon is the owner of Optometry Wealth Advisors and the host of The Optometry Money Podcast. On this episode we talk about the nuances of debt as an optometrist, figuring out your priorities with debt, what to look for in a financial planner, and more!  Want to find out more about Optometry Wealth Advisors? Visit the website here!  Connect with Evon here on LinkedIn!  Check out The Optometry Money Podcast 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  

Today on the show we have my longtime friends, Chad Bishoff and Adam Wintz. These two also host their own podcast called 'Less than 2000.' Less than 2000 is a show about all things 80’s and 90’s! Two childhood friends riff about movies, television, music, and culture from a better time. On this episode we talk about podcasting, film making, movies we loved from the 90s, and have quite a few laughs.  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

Another great surgical spotlight with Dr. Nate Lighthizer! We cover the treatment & management of chalazions. This was a quick yet thorough 20 minute episode. Dr. Lighthizer is an Associate Professor and the Associate Dean for the NSU Oklahoma College of Optometry. He also is the Director of the Continuing Medical Education Program for the College of Optometry, and the Chief of the Specialty Care Clinics. Show Notes: The Ophthalmic Laser Handbook    Connect with Dr. Lighthizer on LinkedIN here!   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