Tag Archives: Interview

Dr. Aaron Luekenga on PRECISION1® for Astigmatism in Practice

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In this ODwire.org TV episode, we speak with Dr. Aaron Luekenga on the PRECISION1® for Astigmatism.

Dr. Luekenga had early access to the lens in his practice, so has had extensive experience fitting the lens and getting feedback from his patients.

We discuss:

  • How he’s fit the lens into his practice
  • The best candidates for the lens
  • How to educate patients about the lens
  • The properties of the lens material
  • The design of the lens (including the Precision Balance 8/4 design!)

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Drs. Resnick and Slusky on Water Surface Technology, Part 1

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In this ODwire TV Episode, we meet with Drs. Susan Resnick and Michael Slusky to talk about Permanent Water Surface Contact Lens Technologies, and the unique characteristics of the contact lenses that use them (DAILIES TOTAL1®, PRECISION1® and TOTAL30®)

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TOTAL30® Contact Lens with Drs. Erich Bauman and Jessica Crooker

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In this ODwire TV episode, we discuss the TOTAL30® contact lens, including the science and technology behind the lens, how to use it in clinical practice, and why reusable lenses are still important in 2022.

Today’s guests are Dr. Jessica Crooker and Dr. Erich Bauman. 

Ask any follow-up questions about the lens in this discussion thread.

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Sean Clark on Alcon’s New TOTAL30 Contact Lens

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In this quick video,

We catch up with Sean Clark, Alcon’s General Manager of US Vision Care to discuss the brand new TOTAL30 lens

This is Alcon’s first monthly lens with water gradient technology, and one that people have been waiting for quite a while! We review availability, pricing, and the most suitable patient demographics for the new lens.

Discuss here:
https://www.odwire.org/community/threads/total30-the-first-and-only-monthly-water-gradient-lens.146777/

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Building a High-End Eye Care Practice [#R008]

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Episode 8: Building a High-End Eye Care Practice

Dr. Steve Silberberg describes his experience of building a high-end private practice from scratch.

Learn how Steve did it & how you can start cultivating a high-end image from day 1.

Topics include picking a location, staffing the practice, and marketing tips.

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Disability Insurance for ODs – Protecting Yourself [#R009]

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Episode 9: Disability Insurance for ODs – Protecting Yourself

Ken Rudzinski, CFP, talks with us all about how and why ODs should obtain disability insurance.

We discuss how to evaluate plans, how much coverage is enough, and we take an in-depth look at the disability insurance plan currently offered by the AOA.

If you rely on your income as an ECP to provide for your family, then you don’t want to miss this show!

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The History of the Residency Program at the VA with Dr. Ken Myers [#R010]

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Dr. Ken Myers, the man who (nearly) single-handedly created the optometric residency program at the Veterans Administration talks about how he developed the program, and the necessity for residency programs in modern optometry.

He also discusses the latest controversies in board certification & gives his prediction on whether it will survive in its current form.

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The Genesis of the AOS & Analysis of the BC Trial [#R011]

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If you’ve been interested in how the whole board certification dust-up started, this interview will help you get some perspective.

Because in today’s show, Paul and Adam sit down with Dr. Michael Rosenblatt, a founder and Board Member at the American Optometric Society to discuss:

  • How and why the American Optometric Society was formed
  • The political challenges of working in organized optometry
  • What the outcome of the board certification trial means to the average OD
  • His take on where the AOS will be headed in the coming weeks and months

If you’ve got any follow-up questions for Dr. Rosenblatt, please post them in this thread.

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All About the American Academy of Optometry with Dr. Karla Zadnik [#R012]

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Ever thought about joining the American Academy of Optometry?
Or wanted to learn more about the purpose and mission of the Academy

On today’s show, Dr. Karla Zadnik, current President of the AAO stops by ODwire.org Radio to discuss with us:

  • The mission of the AAO
  • How to become a member of the academy
  • The differences between the AAO and the AOA
  • How you can become a Diplomate in the AAO
  • Details about the AAO’s Annual Meeting & what the experience of attending is like.

If you’ve got any follow-up questions for Dr. Zadnik, please post them in this thread!

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Surviving a Natural Disaster: Strategies for Saving your Optometric Practice [#R014]

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With much of the east coast still reeling from the effects of Sandy, people are trying to return to some sense of normalcy.

This radio show is all about how your practice can financially survive a natural (or man-made!) disaster.

The broadcast features a panel of insurance experts including Ken Rudzinski, CFP of Heritage Financial Consultants, David C. Alleva, CIC and Michael Alleva, CIC of the Alleva agency.

Topics covered include:

  • The important types of insurance coverages for your practice, including Business Interruption insurance
  • How to decide on deductible sizes when buying
  • What you should do BEFORE making a claim
  • How to report a claim, your rights and responsibilities
  • How to best work with your insurance carrier
  • Whether or not to use Public Adjuster

No area of the country is immune to natural disaster. Listen today because the next time, it may be you in mother nature’s path!

If you have an immediate question and you wish to communicate with David Alleva,CIC

David C. Alleva, CIC
The Alleva Agency
500 Simpson Drive
Chester Springs, PA 19425-9547
610-458-3632
610-458-3216 fax
dalleva@allevainsurance.com

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