Defocus Media Podcast

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Doctor Optical Handoff Strategies That Transform Patient Experience
Whether youre an awkward OD or a seasoned professional, learning to master the doctor-optical handoff can transform the entire patient experience journey. In todays fast-paced exam lanes, the art of
Leading with Trust: How Workplace Culture Shapes Clinical Success
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 car
Play Chess, Not Checkers: Practice Management That Wins
In todays evolving eye care landscape, practice management is no longer an optional skillits essential. From navigating retail pressures to elevating patient experiences, eye care professionals are
Top 3 Tips in Building a Profitable Optometric Practice
On this episode of the Defocus Media Podcast, Dr. Darryl Glover welcomes Dr. Adam Bryana seasoned optometrist, entrepreneur, and former owner of a multi-million-dollar practice in Holly Springs, Nort
The Truth About Burnout in Optometry: Data, Drivers, and Solutions
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 al
Alpine Blue Coaching: Mindful Leadership & Wellness for Eye Care
Join Dr. Darryl Glover as he sits down with Dr. Melissa Barnettan acclaimed optometrist, specialty contact lens pioneer, and founder of Alpine Blue Coachingto uncover the secrets ofmindful leadersh
How Optometrists Are Redefining Career Shifts, Parenthood, and Mental Health
In todays evolving healthcare landscape, career shifts in optometry are becoming more common and more necessary. As the industry adapts to changing patient needs, technology, and work-life expectatio
Exploring Presbyopia Drops (QLOSI™) with Dr. Jade Coats
QLOSI, a new presbyopia treatment featuring a 0.4% pilocarpine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution
Eye Care Workforce Crisis: Why We Urgently Need More Optometrists and Ophthalmologists
The eye care industry is facing a critical moment. Across the country, patients are struggling to access timely vision and medical eye care due to a growing imbalance between provider supply and patie
Arkansas Sets the Standard: How Vision Benefit Manager Reform Is Reshaping Optometry
Is Arkansas the best place to practice optometry in the United States? Thanks to a groundbreaking new law targeting Vision Benefit Manager abuse, the state has made a powerful case. On February 25, 20