Episodes

  • Leading with Trust: How Workplace Culture Shapes Clinical Success

    Leading with Trust: How Workplace Culture Shapes Clinical Success
    Jun 19 2025
    In today’s ever-evolving healthcare landscape, workplace culture has become more than a buzzword—it’s a measurable driver of patient satisfaction, staff retention, and clinical excellence. For eye care professionals, cultivating a strong, trust-driven culture isn’t just good for morale—it’s foundational to providing quality care. In a recent episode of the Four-Eyed Professor podcast, Dr. Chris Lievens […]
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    31 mins
  • The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant

    The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant
    Oct 11 2020
    Less than 1 minute
  • Play Chess, Not Checkers: Practice Management That Wins

    Play Chess, Not Checkers: Practice Management That Wins
    Jun 16 2025
    In today’s evolving eye care landscape, practice management is no longer an optional skill—it’s essential. From navigating retail pressures to elevating patient experiences, eye care professionals are reimagining how they lead and grow their practices. Enter the Play Chess Not Checkers Podcast, hosted by Dr. Adam Ramsey and powered by Defocus Media. This series is […]
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    24 mins
  • What I Wish I Knew: Optometry School.

    What I Wish I Knew: Optometry School.
    Jun 12 2025
    In Episode 41 of the Depth Perception Podcast, hosts Svetlana and Douglas Akidi are joined by Dr. Jasdeep Singh and Dr. Nadia Afkhami to unpack “What I Wish I Knew: Optometry School.” They discuss their pre‐school expectations versus the reality of full‐day lecture schedules, hands‐on clinical training, and the intense board‐prep timeline. Along the way, […]
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    34 mins
  • Top 3 Tips in Building a Profitable Optometric Practice

    Top 3 Tips in Building a Profitable Optometric Practice
    Jun 9 2025
    On this episode of the Defocus Media Podcast, Dr. Darryl Glover welcomes Dr. Adam Bryan—a seasoned optometrist, entrepreneur, and former owner of a multi-million-dollar practice in Holly Springs, North Carolina. Together, they take a practical deep dive into what it actually takes to build, grow, and eventually sell a profitable eye care practice. Dr. Bryan […]
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    49 mins
  • Eye on Cataracts

    Eye on Cataracts
    Jun 7 2025
    In this episode of the Eye-Q Podcast, host Dr. Rudrani Banik welcomes cataract and cornea specialist Dr. Kira Nuis for a deep dive into everything clinicians need to know about lens opacities—from the molecular changes that cloud vision with age to the surprising risk factors in children. They’ll explore how ultraviolet light accelerates cataract formation, […]
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    33 mins
  • The Truth About Burnout in Optometry: Data, Drivers, and Solutions

    The Truth About Burnout in Optometry: Data, Drivers, and Solutions
    Jun 6 2025
    Burnout in eyecare is no longer a silent issue. With over half of optometrists reporting symptoms of professional fatigue, the field is facing a mounting crisis that affects not only clinicians but also the quality of patient care. In a powerful episode of the Defocus Media podcast, Dr. Jennifer Lyerly and Dr. Kaleb Abbott, Assistant […]
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    37 mins
  • Alpine Blue Coaching: Mindful Leadership & Wellness for Eye Care

    Alpine Blue Coaching: Mindful Leadership & Wellness for Eye Care
    Jun 2 2025
    Join Dr. Darryl Glover as he sits down with Dr. Melissa Barnett—an acclaimed optometrist, specialty contact lens pioneer, and founder of Alpine Blue Coaching—to uncover the secrets of mindful leadership in eye care. In this engaging conversation, they explore how intentional presence and self-awareness empower teams, why proactive wellness rituals can replace burnout, and how clear, compassionate communication transforms patient outcomes and practice […]
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    31 mins
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