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Christopher Wolfe, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO

Digging Deep into Optometry

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21:24

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: How Does Dopamine Impact The...

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2024/09/09

In this monologue, Chris discusses the role of dopamine in reward and pleasure and how it relates to the actions we take in our practices. He explores the subconscious actions that occur from dopamine release and the impact it has on our perception of value. Chris compares the financial rewards of providing routine services, such as selling glasses and contact lenses, to providing medical services. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the time delay in receiving payment for medical services

57:03

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Living the American Dream...

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2024/09/04

Matt Kleir is a combat vetran, teacher, contractor, multiple business owner, father, husband, and pilot. He is a great storyteller and we are sharing this episode in two parts. Matt joins the podcast to share his life story and we disucss how the American Dream is built on sweat, experience, growth through experience. To connect with Matt:Active Shooter Defense School (https://asdschool.com/) DW Yardscapes (https://www.dwyardscapes.com/) Call/Text: (619) 490-3168‬ ------------------------- Go to

54:02

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Living the American Dream...

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2024/08/30

Matt Kleir is a combat vetran, teacher, contractor, multiple business owner, father, husband, and pilot. He is a great storyteller and we are sharing this episode in two parts. Matt joins the podcast to share his life story and we discuss how the American Dream is built on sweat, experience, growth through experience. To connect with Matt: Active Shooter Defense School (https://asdschool.com/) DW Yardscapes (https://www.dwyardscapes.com/) Call/Text: (619) 490-3168‬ ------------------------- Go to

31:16

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Healthcare Trends

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2024/08/26

Dr. Chris Wolfe discusses the impact of private equity on patient care and the evolving healthcare landscape. It highlights the trend of physicians leaving private practice and opting for employment with larger health systems or corporate entities. The declining reimbursement rates and rising costs pose challenges for optometrists, leading to the need for strategic thinking and adaptability. The influence of private equity raises concerns about the standardization of care and the loss of autonomy

01:05:43

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Opportunities and...

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2024/08/21

Werner Gellermann, PhD joins to discuss the opportunities and challenges measuring carotenoids in human skin and retinal tissue. Visit this YouTube link to see powerpoint slides Dr Gellermann shares during the discussion.Dr. Gellermann is the CIEO of Longevity Link Corporation and co- founder of the LifeMeter technology (https://www.lifemeter.com/) . His research background is in the field of Solid State Physics and laser spectroscopy. Initially he developed ionic crystals for novel,

01:01:48

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Navigating AI in Optometry

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2024/08/19

In this conversation, Chris and Dr. Haley Perry discuss the current state of AI and its potential threats and opportunities for the profession. They explore fears related to AI replacing eye care professionals and the potential loss of patient care. They also discuss the mistrust of AI and concerns about data privacy. The conversation delves into how AI works and the challenges of teaching and guiding AI systems. They touch on the importance of understanding AI and its limitations, as well as the

01:07:08

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Supercommunicator Book Club

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2024/08/14

The most effective leaders are Supercommunicators. What is a "Supercommunicator," according to author Charles Duhigg? Someone who makes conversation easy, enjoyable, and lasting and who helps us feel heard and known when we are around them. Thankfully, supercommunicating is a skill that can be learned. Drs Kyle Klute and Brianna Rhue join to discuss how we apply what we learned from the book to our personal and professional lives. Here is a great overview of the book's core message from the YouTube

37:22

The Vision Of Leadership Podcast: Delegate Better

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2024/08/12

I bet you feel like you already have enough to do. A lot of what you do (many tasks you shouldn’t be doing), should be done by someone else in the business. And it will be done at least 80% as well as, if not better than, if you do it. It will also cost you less for others to do it. Here’s the real secret; they love doing the stuff you hate to do. That frees you up to do the things that only you can do. But if you want your tasks to persevere, you must make your instructions clear. Today we are

59:06

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Storytelling & 10 Rules of...

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2024/08/07

David Edler recently retired from a successful career working in optometry, starting at Wesley Jessen and then spending most of his time with Vision Source helping independent optometrists achieve their full potential. Over the past 40 years, he worked in sales, customer service, project management, marketing, training, stand-up comedy, storytelling, klezmer musician, neighborhood rock band keyboards, back vocals, recovering trumpet player, marching band enthusiast and youth athletics coach. David,

32:29

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Business Metrics

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2024/08/05

Dr. Aaron Werner discusses the importance of tracking business metrics in a practice and shares his approach to monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs). He emphasizes the value of regularly reviewing metrics to identify areas of improvement and make informed decisions. Some of the key metrics he tracks include revenue per exam, revenue per doctor hour, revenue per staff hour, capture rates, and material revenue sales per contact lens. He also highlights the significance of tracking metrics

15:56

Bonus #55: The Cognitive Anchor of the Comprehensive...

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2024/08/02

9 Key Metrics: https://eyecodeeducation.ck.page/262f3cef1dComprehensive Optometry Simplified Community: https://www.eyecodeeducation.com/bundles/comprehensive-optometry-simplified In this episode, Dr. Kyle Klute and Dr. Chris Wolfe discuss the cognitive anchor of the annual eye exam and the internal struggle that comes with it. They explore how optometrists are often anchored to the belief that the yearly comprehensive exam is the most important aspect of their profession, which limits their

58:47

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: The Optometric C Suite

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2024/07/29

In this conversation, Laurie Sorrenson and Chris discuss the importance of seeking help and building a team in both personal and professional aspects of life. They touch on Laurie's experience with her husband's resistance to getting hearing aids and how it relates to the challenges of asking for help in business. They explore the roles of CEO, CFO, and COO in a practice and the value of hiring consultants and advisors. Laurie emphasizes the need for a strong team and the importance of implementing

21:19

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Terrible, Horrible, No...

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2024/07/25

Entrepreneurship and practice ownership are not always rainbows and unicorns. Sometimes it rains, sometimes it pours. How do you handle situations when things don’t go as planned? Aaron shares his experience over the last weeks and shares how he and his team addressed their challenges. Would you do anything different? How do you handle “terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days”?------------------------- Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

52:37

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Carotenoid FAQ - A...

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2024/07/22

In this conversation, Chris and Prof John Nolan discuss the measurement and correlation of carotenoid levels, specifically macular pigment optical density (MPOD). They explore the challenges of measuring MPOD directly and the limitations of current clinical devices. They also discuss the correlation between skin carotenoid levels and MPOD, debunking the claim that there is an 8% correlation. Prof Nolan explains that there is a 30-40% correlation between skin carotenoid levels and MPOD, making it a

08:46

Bonus: Building a Financial Dream Team for Practice...

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2024/07/19

In this bonus episode, Chris and Eric discuss the importance of building a financial dream team for practice owners. They emphasize the need for clarity and certainty in a time of uncertainty, and the impact of external noise on financial decisions. They highlight the value of understanding the financial aspects of the practice and the potential for wealth generation. They also mention the upcoming panel discussion on building a financial dream team and provide information on how to register for the

01:08:56

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Preventing Workplace...

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2024/07/18

On July 1, 2024 California SB-553 "Preventing Workplace Violence" went into effect and enforcemnt begins January 1, 2025. Joe DeLoach of Practice Compliance Solutions (PCS) joins to help us navigate what this means for practice owners, what compliance looks like and we discuss how this is *should* be positive for office culture. We also discuss the word *should* and how that can lead to unmet expectations. You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel

01:08:31

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: The Pitfalls of Competing...

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2024/07/15

The conversation explores the topics of profitability and revenue in the context of an optometry practice. The hosts discuss the difference between cashflow and profit and loss, the importance of understanding customer value, and the significance of upselling additional products and services. They also touch on the challenge of competing with big box retailers and the value of expertise in making recommendations to patients. The conversation explores the importance of patient compliance and the

59:54

The Aaron Werner Podcast: Myopia Collective Change...

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2024/07/10

Dr Joelle Holland was one of 50 optometrists across the USA selected to be one of the the first "The Myopia Collective Change Agents" who are apart of a movement to shift our nation's approach to childhood myopia. Selected Change Agents will have unique access to tools, resources and training to advance your myopia care efforts in your community and amplify advances in care through the profession and advocacy efforts. To learn more about The Myopia Collective and the 50 change agents CLICK

38:18

The Chris Wolfe Podcast: Is Fish Oil Dangerous?

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2024/07/08

In this conversation, Chris and Jim Stringham discuss a recent study that suggests fish oil supplements may raise the risk of stroke and heart issues. They highlight the importance of understanding the quality of fish oil and the difference between ethyl ester and reesterified triglyceride formulations. They emphasize the need for education and clear communication with patients about the benefits and risks of omega-3 fatty acids. They also discuss the importance of maintaining a balanced ratio of

12:43

Bonus #54: 992XX vs 920XX - Assign Value Appropriately

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2024/07/05

9 Key Metrics: https://eyecodeeducation.ck.page/262f3cef1dComprehensive Optometry Simplified Community: https://www.eyecodeeducation.com/bundles/comprehensive-optometry-simplified In this episode, Dr. Kyle Klute and Dr. Wolfe discuss the updates and changes in the Evaluation and Management coding systems. The conversation focuses on the challenges optometrists face in coding and insurance audits. The importance of metrics and documentation for coding is highlighted, emphasizing the need for

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