Best Clinical Optometry Podcasts (2025)

Most eye diseases develop slowly and quietly, with zero pain and almost no warning signs until permanent damage has already happened. In this episode, Dr. Joseph Allen breaks down the seven most common eye diseases that can silently steal your sight, how to spot them early, and what you can do right now to protect your vision for life. Dr. Allen ex…

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#56 The Myopia Podcat: Dr. Cheryl Chapman: The American Academy of Orthokeratology & Myopia Control 19:57

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#52 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. David Kading: 14 Reasons Why You Should Love Myopia Management 14:25

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#55 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Thomas Aller: The Invention and Introduction of Soft Multifocal Lens 39:39

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#57 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Anith Pillai: Massive Modification of the Corneal Shape with Orthokeratology 32:36

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#49 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Philip Cheng: Getting to a Thousand Ortho-K Patients and How to Customize Ortho-K Fits 25:27

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#59 The Myopia Podcast:Dr. David Kading: Top 5 Reasons Why I Joined Treehouse Eyes 20:23

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#54 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Paul Levine: Axial Length & Making Myopia Management Mainstream 28:52

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#53 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Erin Tomiyama: Atropine: Are your patients getting what they paid for? 16:09

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#51 The Myopia Podcast: Special Episode with Dr. Kading 19:56

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#50 The Myopia Podcast: Bhavin Shah : Teaching Myopic Children to Accommodate 12:54

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#48 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Kevin Chan: How Tree House Eyes First Formed 27:04

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#47 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Brianna Rhue: ODs vs. OMDs: Comparisons and Differences in Myopia Management 16:24

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#58 The Myopia Podcast: Dr. Juan Carlos Aragón: Coopervision's Stance on Myopia Management 28:04

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Mindset, Metrics, and Meaningful Growth: How Dr. Fallon Patel Is Helping Practices Scale Smarter 33:15

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Before an optometry practice can grow in revenue, efficiency, or patient volume, it must first confront an uncomfortable truth: many eye care professionals are unknowingly holding their own practices back. In this episode of the Defocus Media Podcast, Dr. Fallon Patel challenges the long-standing beliefs that keep clinicians stuck, especially the i…

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#46 Dr. Natalie Chai: Myopia Management for Emetropes 22:59

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Send us a text About Dr. Natalie Chai: Dr. Natalie Chai founded the Dry Eye Centre at Precision Eye Care when she joined the team in March of 2020. Dr. Chai attended the University of Alberta before receiving early acceptance to Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon, where she earned her joint Bachelor’s Degree in Vision S…

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How I’m Setting Goals for 2026 as an Optometry Practice Owner | E285 22:27

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How I’m Setting Goals for 2026 as an Optometry Practice Owner | E285 Highlights from this episode: How I’m Setting Goals for 2026 as an Optometry Practice Owner (00:47) Closing Thought: Results of a Great Staff Experience (19:34) In this week's episode, we are breaking down how I’m setting my goals for 2026—and why I’ve stopped chasing revenue as t…

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Optometry 2025 in review 28:50

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At the end of another busy year for the College, Clinical Advisers Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the main highlights from this year and what we can expect going into 2026. Further information #TheCollegeWrapped: Our achievements from January to March 2025 #TheCollegeWrapped: Our achievements from Apri…

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Millie Eyewear | Eyewear that Makes you Feel Like a Million Dollars 34:46

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In this episode of the Defocus Media podcast, Dr. Darryl Glover sits down with Long Huynh (optometry student at Indiana University School of Optometry) to unpack a story that feels both inspiring and relatable for anyone building something while still becoming who they are. Long is an optometry student with a creative background, and he’s also the …

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#39 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Tim Earley: The Genetics of Myopia 21:48

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Send us a text On today's episode of The Myopia Podcast: How he got started in optometry. The reason behind his passion in Myopia Management. What it's like to be a high myope. How genetics affect myopia in children. What are some ways to encourage children to spend time outdoors. I hope you learned a lot from this episode. About Dr. Tim Earley: Dr…

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#38 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Thanh Mai: Best Practices in Growing Myopia Management Practice 24:23

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Send us a text About Dr, Thanh Mai: Dr. Thanh Mai is the co-founder of Insight Vision Center Optometry in Costa Mesa, CA – a highly innovative practice specializing in myopia management, scleral lenses, and vision therapy. He earned his doctor of optometry degree at the Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University. He …

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#40 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Selena Chan: Keeping Your Referral Network Fresh 21:28

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#44 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Ariel Cerenzie: The Negative Side of Myopia Management 24:07

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#37 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Moshe Mendelson: How to Bring Myopia to the Forefront of Our Practice 20:45

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Send us a text About Dr. Moshe Mendelson: Dr. Mendelson has been a clinical investigator for FDA contact lens studies. He is currently an Adjunct Professor for the New England College of Optometry, and has taught students from various colleges throughout his career. Dr. Mendelson is a leading optometrist in the field of Orthokeratology/CRT overseei…

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THE MYOPIA PODCAST Anniversary Episode: Year One Recap 17:44

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Send us a text We can't believe one year flew by quickly! We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support you have given us. As we celebrate the first year of The Myopia Podcast, I looked back on the previous episodes we have launched so far. This initiative will not be possible without the help of our amazing industry leaders who are so ge…

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#42 The Myopia Podcast - Paul Chamberlain: Insights on MiSight 25:00

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Send us a text About Paul Chamberlain: As myopia program lead, Paul Chamberlain is currently responsible for the strategic direction and execution of CooperVision’s research in this area. From 2011 to 2016 he managed a team of optometrists who supported all clinical product development activities within R&D. Before joining CooperVision in 2011,…

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#43 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Liandra Jung: Darnest Things Parents Ask 28:33

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#45 Philip Cheng: Myopia Management in Australia, Axial Length Changes and the Effects of Myopia from Covid 21:18

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Send us a text About Philip Cheng: A Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC) and with 19 years of clinical experience in the profession, Melbourne optometrist Philip Cheng is an internationally-recognised industry leader in myopia management. He is the director of Eyecare Concepts Melbourne, an independent…

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#41The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Michael Lipson: The Current Status of Orthokeratology Fitters in the US 34:33

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Send us a text About Dr. Michael Lipson: Dr. Michael Lipson is recently retired from his position as an optometrist/associate professor at University of Michigan, department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science. His clinical practice involves specialty contact lenses: OrthoK, keratoconus, post-corneal transplant, post-refractive surgery and severe d…

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#35 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Sheila Morrison: How to Talk to Pediatrician, Teachers and Ophthalmologist About Myopia Management 24:22

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Send us a text About Dr. Sheila Morrison: She studied at Pacific University College of Optometry, where she earned her Doctor of Optometry and completed a Masters Degree in Vision Science, with a research focus on scleral contact lenses and specialty contact lens design. Dr. Morrison went on to be awarded placement to a highly competitive residency…

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#36 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Joe Boorady: The Future of Myopia 29:24

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Send us a text About Dr. Joe Boorady: Joe Boorady, O.D., F.A.A.O. is a veteran in the eye care community with over 25 years of experience. He currently serves as Global CEO of Eureka Technology Holdings, LTD and Euclid Systems Corporation. Prior to Eureka, Dr. Boorady was the VP, Ocular Surface Disease at Johnson and Johnson Vision. Prior to Johnso…

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A Year of Dry Eye Innovation 24:46

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In the final 2025 episode of the To the Point podcast, co-hosts Jackie Garlich, OD, FAAO, and Jessilin Quint, OD, MS, MBA, FAAO, take a moment to look back on the innovations, learnings, and FDA approvals in ocular surface disease over the past year. They also share their vision for dry eye management in 2026, including advances they’re looking for…

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Leadership That Works: Applying the Working Genius Framework in Eye Care Teams 26:22

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In this episode of The 2020 Podcast, host Dr. Harbir Sian welcomes leadership consultant Nancy Dewald for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, team effectiveness, and how optometry practices can better execute ideas without burning out their teams. Drawing from her extensive experience in staff training and consulting, Nancy introduces listener…

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#34 The Myopia Podcast - Three year data from the LAMP Study: Atropine and your patients 17:16

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Send us a text Three year data from the LAMP Study - Atropine and your patients. --- If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team member for your practice check out hiredteem.com, mention The Myopia Podcast when signing up for a $250 dollar discount off of your first month's teem member. https://hireteem.com/myopia-podcast/…

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#33 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Dwight Barnes: Developing a Myopia Coordinator 26:45

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Send us a text About Dr. Dwight Barnes: Dr. Dwight Barnes is the co-owner of Cary Family Eye Care, along with his wife Kelly. He is also the director of their Myopia Control Clinic, where he has built a high volume myopia control practice. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and Southern College of Optometry. He is a Fellow of the …

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#27 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. David Kading: Other Factors Affecting Myopia 16:12

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Send us a text We know that Myopia has significantly increased in the past years and it's not only affecting people in the US but also globally. On this episode Dr. Kading will discuss: How to talk to your patient or the parents about Myopia Management. The things you NEED to bring up to them other than lenses and atropine. Does genetics play a rol…

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#31 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Andrew Neukirch: Rapid Growth of Myopia Practice 24:17

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Send us a text Today's episode, we have Dr. Andrew Neukirch and he will share with us the largest MiSight practice in the country. In this episode How he revamped his practice. How he Created a new payment system How he modified his patient informed consent. What marketing strategies he implemented that catapulted his practice to where it is now. B…

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#29 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Cheryl Chapman: Economics of Myopia Management and Pricing Strategies 29:11

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Send us a text About Dr. Cheryl Chapman: Dr. Cheryl Chapman, OD, FIAOMC, FAAO, Diplomate ABO Vice-President Board of Directors, American Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (AAOMC) Dr. Chapman works in private practice in Gretna, Nebraska. She has instituted a full scope myopia management clinic within her practice and works tirelessly at…

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#30 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Kathryn Richdale: Astigmatism in Myopia Management & How Higher Order Aberration will Affect Treatments 20:01

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Send us a text About Dr. Kathryn Richdale: Dr. Kathryn Richdale received her BS from the University of Notre Dame and her OD, PhD, and Cornea and Contact Lens Advanced Practice Fellowship from The Ohio State University. She was founding director of the Clinical Vision Research Center, and established the Myopia Control Clinic at the State Universit…

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#28 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Oliver Woo: Growing an Explosive Myopia Management Practice 25:15

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Send us a text As an eye care professional, you are likely aware of the increased incidence of myopia in children and their families, and recognize the need to provide comprehensive optometric myopia management solutions. In this episode: About Dr. Oliver Woo: Dr. Oliver Woo --- If you're considering or have ever considered getting a virtual team m…

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#32 Dr. David Kading: Presenting Treatment Options to Parents 14:35

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Send us a text A lot of parents have difficulty to understand that just because they have Myopia, that doesn't mean their children will. However it's proven that genetics is one factor, and there are some significant others like amount of time spent near and far from a screen, education levels etc. I've had 15 years in my practice talking with pare…

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What “Scaling” Really Means for Private Practice Optometrists | E284 25:50

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What “Scaling” Really Means for Private Practice Optometrists | E284 Highlights from this episode: What “Scaling” Really Means for Private Practice Optometrists (01:03) Closing Thought: Being the "BEST" vs. Being "BETTER" (22:37) In this week's episode I’m breaking down what scaling really means for private practice owners—and why it doesn’t have t…

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#26 The Myopia Podcast - Dr. Joe Rappon: Spectacle Lenses for Myopia Management 28:34

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#5 Eyecare's Lit - Rewiring Dry Eye: How TFOS DEWS III Redefines the Neural Surface 10:33

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Send us a text TFOS DEWS III expands the definition of dry eye disease to include neurosensory abnormalities as core etiological factors. This episode explores how neural dysfunction drives symptoms, how neuromodulation is entering clinical practice, and how clinicians can integrate nerve-focused care into dry eye management.…

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The Truth about Dry Eye 32:53

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Dry eye syndrome hits way more people than you think, and this episode breaks down what actually causes dry eye, why symptoms get so intense, and how the condition becomes chronic if it’s not treated early. Dr. Joseph Allen unpacks the vicious cycle of dry eye, tear film instability, inflammation, and long term risks like scarring, nerve damage, an…

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Dr. Chris Wolfe on Purpose, Failure, and Building a Sustainable Practice 1:01:54

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In this powerful episode of Play Chess, Not Checkers, Dr. Adam Ramsey sits down with Dr. Chris Wolfe—clinician, educator, entrepreneur, and one of the most respected voices in modern optometry—for a conversation that goes far deeper than practice management. What unfolds is a masterclass in resilience, purpose, leadership, and the responsibility op…

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#188 The OI Show - Neuropathic Pain with Dr. Kaleb Abbott 29:34

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Send us a text About D. Kaleb Abbott Dr. Kaleb Abbott is an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He is affiliated with both the Dry Eye Clinic and the Center for Ocular Inflammation, where he specializes in complex ocular surface diseases and participates in clinical trials and resea…

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Dry Eye, Burnout, and the Social Media Blueprint with Dr. Shelby Brogdon 39:53

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In this Defocus Media Podcast episode, Dr. Darryl Glover welcomes Dr. Shelby Brogdon for a wide-ranging conversation that connects three topics many optometrists are thinking about right now: building a dry eye clinic, preventing burnout, and using social media in a way that actually supports (not drains) real life. Dr. Shelby Brogdon, Optometrist …