#optometry

Products of Passion

This week, Roya and Sheila discuss the New Year’s Resolutions for Try Not 2 Blink; they talk about the special guests and their planned topics for the new year. They share their holiday traditions, and Sheila provides valuable tips on preventing eye injuries with eye-safe gifts.

Tune in to discover insightful information as Roya and Sheila welcome Canadian Optometrist Dr Habir Sian, an emerging rock star of the public eye world committed to helping others shine.

You don’t want to miss this episode as they discuss with Dr Sian how to succeed in a busy private practice, including what they do for their family patients, the secret to getting your own TED talk, and more inspiration on advocating for the profession.

🥂 Try Not to Blink will be on a short break on December 25th and January 1st. We’ll be back with fresh content on January 8th, 2024!

Join us in 2024 as we have special “gifts” in  store for you.  We have episodes planned for January in theme of optometric New Year’s resolutions solutions, each episode will have a different guest to teach our listeners something cool and new to implement.

We invite you to share your ideas and nominate potential guests for our upcoming episodes. Your suggestions can shape the future of our show and take us on exciting new journeys. Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]

SOURCES

Harbir Sian OD: Highstreet Eyecare Center

Harbir Sian TedX

Harbir Sian OD: LinkedIn

Harbir Sian OD: Instagram

The 2020 Podcast

Over the Boards

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No One Ever Leaves Eyecare

On today’s show, Roya and Sheila reviewed the current recommendations regarding the first line of treatment for glaucoma. Is it drops, or is it laser? Stay tuned as they share a scleral lens pearl of the day that may be easier than you think!

Then they chat with the marketing expert Christie Markowitz on why saying no can actually build credibility, why you should update your LinkedIn, and how being able to tell a differentiated story is the best way to boost your career.

Stay tuned next week as Roya and Sheila bring their expertise and passion. We’re confident that with your valuable input, our Podcast will continue to deliver the information and perspectives you crave. Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]

Thank you for being a part of our podcast community and for joining us in shaping the future of our show. Together, let’s create an incredible listening experience!



SOURCES

LIGHT Trial

Glance by Eyes on Eyecare

Valley Contax Custom Stable

Christie Markowitz

Intrepid

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The Key To Success Is To Start Before You’re Ready

Get Ready for the Drama! Roya and Sheila dish out all the details on all the recently recalled FDA eye drops. From uncovering the causes behind the recall to exploring the potential impact on patients and practices alike, they leave no stone unturned. 

To add even more value, they sit down with an accomplished private practice owner, Dr. Julie Helmus, who has managed not just to survive but thrive in today’s competitive optometry landscape. Discover her secrets to success and how she could take a sabbatical in her clinic. Gain actionable tips on building a flourishing practice and uncover innovative strategies to set you apart from the crowd.

Join us for the next exciting episode as Roya and Sheila speak with marketing expert Christie Markowitz. 

Do you have a burning topic you’d love us to dive into? Is there an expert or a personality you admire and would like to see featured on our Podcast? Now is your chance to make a difference! To share your ideas or nominate a guest, Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected] 


SOURCES

Eyepure

Theolos duo

Dr. Julie Helmus: Helmus Optometry

Dr. Julie Helmus: LinkedIn

The Office Visit that Recharged 2 OD Practice Owners

Hello Rache

Idoc

Cleinman

PERC

Power practice

Avulux Migraine Lenses

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Not Your Standard Practice

Join us for this episode as Roya and Sheila explore optometrists’ toughest challenges in private practice, from optical management to frame selection and closing sales in your office.  
Listen as they share their experiences and insights on successfully navigating these challenges and employing innovative services to address them. 

Roya shares why she added an aesthetics room to her practice by offering her patients MicroBlading. List as Roya provides the benefits of adding this service to her office.   

Then, learn from Sheila about radio frequency and why patients get this treatment in her clinic. 

Be sure to tune in again next week for an unforgettable episode with a special guest. 

Click here or message us to share your ideas or nominate a guest. Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear what you have to say. Join us on this thrilling adventure as we navigate the ever-evolving world of Optometry together.



SOURCES

Raen

Get Weave Demo

RF Therapy

Morpheus 8

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Ojos Del Mar Turns 1

Join our knowledgeable hosts, Roya and Sheila, as they explore the disparities in contact lens product availability between Canada and the US. Hear the unique challenges optometry professionals, retailers, and consumers face when accessing the latest contact lens products on both sides of the borders.

Stay tuned as Roya and Sheila talk about the elephant in the room. Where did Jimmy go?

Then buckle up as Roya provides our loyal listeners with an update on her epic journey in Costa Rica as she celebrates her first anniversary at Ojos Del Mar.

Join us for next week’s episode with Roya and Sheila as they confess the most challenging things they deal with in private practice and the innovative services they utilize in the clinic.   

We value your input and want to hear from you. We are always looking for fresh ideas and intriguing guests to bring to our show. To share your ideas or nominate a guest, Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]

SOURCES

Scleral Lens Solutions

MiYOSMART lens

Abiliti 1 Day

MiSight 1 Day

Ojos Del Mar

CEPIA

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The New Grad Guide to Paving Your Own Way

On this episode of Try Not 2 Blink, Roya and Sheila explore the latest advancements as they discuss a new FDA-approved medication for Presbyopia. Then, they have the pleasure of welcoming rising star and new grad Dr Collin Gray.

Listen as Dr. Gray shares his inspiring journey of paving his way as a new graduate in optometry. He will share the challenges he faced and the strategies he employed to establish a successful career in optometry.

Furthermore, Dr. Gray will shed light on the often-overlooked aspect of in-office equipment repair. He will provide valuable pearls of wisdom for new grads joining an established practice.

The episode continues as Dr Gray shares why he became a posEYEdon contact lens fitting center, how he implemented this normal eye scleral lens into his practice, and the marketing program that drives patients to him.

Please tune in next week as Roya provides us with an update as she celebrates her first anniversary at Ojos Del Mar in Costa Rica.

We want to hear from you. Do you have an idea for a topic you would like to hear more about, or would you like to nominate or be a guest on Try Not 2 Blink? Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]

SOURCES

Glance by Eyes on Eyecare

Dr. Collin Gray: Eyecare of Lehi

Dr. Collin Gray: LinkedIn

Optometric Aesthetics

PosEYEdon

Valley Contax

Dr. Collin Gray: Email

Dr. Collin Gray: Instagram

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Every Expert Was Once a Beginner

Roya and Sheila review the latest and new myopia control treatment options on today’s show. They expose the secret to getting patients to finally return to follow-ups and chat with Instagram star @bronxoptometry Dr Nathaniel Harooni about how to practice with humility and always continue learning.   

Join us again next week when Roya and Sheila have a rising star and new grad, Dr. Collin Gray on to share his pearls on DIY equipment repair and hot tips for new grads.

Do you want to nominate a guest to be on TN2B? We want to hear from you; click HERE to send in your ideas or email us at [email protected]


SOURCES

Abiliti (Johnson & Johnson)

MiYOSMART (HOYA) – DIMS

SightGlass Vision (Joint Cooper/Essilor)

Stellest Lens (EssilorLuxottica)

MyCon (Rodenstock) 

Get Weave Demo

Dr Nathaniel Harooni: LinkedIn

Experience with Professors at InterAmerica

Dr Harooni: ZocDoc

TMOD Crash Course

Maestro 2

Castillo NBEO 2 Study Guide

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Life After Optometry School

Roya and Sheila have a great episode this week, reviewing new details on blue light filtering lenses and their value. They discuss another artificial tear that is added to the contamination list. Then, they interview an upcoming star, Dr Alia Cappellani, about her turmoil in the balance of life and expertise.

Ensure you return for next week’s episode with Instagram star @bronxoptometry, Dr Nathaniel Harooni, as he shares how to practice with humility and always continue learning.

 Have an idea for a topic you would like to hear more about, or would you like to nominate or be a guest on Try Not 2 Blink? We want to hear from you! Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]


SOURCES

Blue Light Filtering Lenses

Cochrane Review: Blue Blocking Lenses

FDA warns eye drops are contaminated

Dr Alia Cappellani: LinkedIn

Dr Alia Cappellani: Mission Eye Care

CL Spectrum: Digging deeper into myopia management

ROO: YAG capsulotomy

ROO: Larry Alexander Case Report Contest Winner NSU Oklahoma College of Optometry

Valley Contax Residency Summit

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Get Your Website on the Google’s VIP List

Roya and Sheila will remind you of some of the top kid’s eye facts on this week’s episode. Introduce the concept of SEO and discuss with our in-house tech expert, Patrick Allen, how you can get your website to the top of every Google search.

Then tune in next week as they have recent graduate Dr Alia Cappellani discuss “Life After Optometry School.”

We want to hear from you. Do you have an idea for a topic you would like to hear more about, or would you like to nominate or be a guest on Try Not 2 Blink? Click here to send in a suggestion, or email us at [email protected]

SOURCES

Patrick Allen: LinkedIn

Patrick Allen: Ojos Del Mar

Google Keyword Planner

KWFinder

SEO PowerSuite

Keyword Tool.io

wix.com

upwork

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You Are What You Eat

Join Roya and Sheila as they speak with special guest Dr. Mila Ioussifova. Listen as they dive into the newest treatment for Demodex, discuss a holistic approach to eyecare, and when to use autologous versus PRP in treating inflammatory dry eye.

Be sure to join us for the next episode, as we will discuss getting your website on Google’s VIP list.

Do you want to nominate a guest to be on TN2B? We want to hear from you; click HERE to send in your ideas or email us at [email protected]

SOURCES

Demodex Blepharitis Treatment

Don’t Freak Out. Get Checked Out.

Dr Mila Ioussifova: South waterfront Eyecare

Dr Mila Ioussifova: LinkedIn

Umay at Home Compliance with Parasympathetic Activation and Intentional Rest

Rescue Dry Eye Program

Gut Health MasterClass

The Secret to Longevity

Vitaltears

Dr Mila Ioussifova: Instagram

Eyethrivewellness

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