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Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network

the #1 Eyecare Podcast Network, where vision meets voice. Trusted by optometrists, opticians, ophthalmologists, and eyecare leaders, we deliver authentic conversations, clinical pearls, and real-world strategies that shape the future of patient care and practice management.

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43:54

LeadOD: Leadership in Optometry with Dr. Benjamin J....

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/14

Key Takeaways Leadership is one of the most essential yet overlooked skills in optometry. While schools provide rigorous training in clinical skills, diagnostics, and patient care, they rarely prepare doctors for the equally important responsibility of leading people. Many optometrists graduate highly qualified to manage ocular disease but feel unprepared to inspire teams, set practice […]

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3:19

Reel Eyes Podcast: Holland Review — Optometry in Film...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/12

The Reel Eyes Podcast takes a sharp, entertaining turn into suspense cinema with Holland—a small-town thriller where an eye doctor sits at the center of the plot. Hosts Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson blend movie breakdown with clinical reality, exploring how optometry in film can play surprisingly well on screen while offering teachable moments about contact lens safety, after-hours triage, and patient communication. For eye care professionals, this isn’t just a movie review—it’s a case

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39:53:00

Everything That You Need to Know About Amniotic...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/11

Key Takeaways The amniotic membrane is rapidly becoming a cornerstone in modern dry eye treatment and corneal surface disease management. Once seen as highly specialized, this therapy is now accessible for optometrists across Canada thanks to initiatives from Ophthalmologic Canada. In a recent episode of The 2020 Podcast, host Dr. Harbir Sian sat down with […]

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1:16:44

How to Build a Thriving Private Practice in Optometry...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/09

Private practice ownership in optometry is both rewarding and daunting. In this episode of the Play Chess Not Checkers Podcast, Dr. Adam Ramsey sits down with Dr. Chris Smiley to unpack the grit, setbacks, and leadership lessons that shaped his journey from central Ohio student to multi location private practice owner, clinical professor, and mentor. […]

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30:50

QLOSI™ EyeQ Formulation: Performance, Convenience,...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of The 4-Eyed Professor Podcast, Dr. Chris Lievens sits down with Dr. Janelle Davison to discuss Qlosi™, a pilocarpine eye drop specifically formulated for presbyopia treatment. Their conversation explores how the drop’s performance, convenience, and customization can enhance patient care while supporting the clinical and business objectives of modern optometric practices.

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32:52

Depth Perception Podcast : Episode 46

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/04

3 Key Takeaways In Episode 46 of the Depth Perception Podcast, hosts Svetlana Nunez, Dr. Nadia Afkhami, Dr. Jasdeep Singh, and Douglas Akidi answer listener voice notes about NBEO Part 2, TMod, whether optometry is “worth it”, and how genetics, blood pressure, and diabetes impact ocular health. Conquering NBEO Part 2: Cases Are Key One of the strongest messages from the episode was […]

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42:04

Optometry Financial Planning: Optometrists and...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/09/01

Takeaways Optometrists earn well and impact lives, but what happens to that income if the optometry financial planning foundation is missing. In this Defocus Media episode Dr. Darryl Glover speaks with Adam Cmejla CFP. He is host of the 20/20 Money podcast. Together they unpack the behavioral and emotional side of money that is often […]

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1:02:32

Reel Eyes Podcast: K-Pop Demon Hunters, Optometry...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/29

The Reel Eyes Podcast once again brings the worlds of cinema and optometry together—this time through an animated phenomenon that has captivated audiences worldwide. K-Pop Demon Hunters is Netflix’s most streamed movie of all time, garnering over 236 million views within weeks of release. The animated musical blends the global dominance of K-Pop with high-energy storytelling about […]

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37:23

Improving Patient Outcomes with Clean Beauty and Dry...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/26

Dry eye management continues to be one of the most important areas in optometry today, impacting nearly every patient who walks into the exam lane. While treatments continue to evolve, one of the greatest tools eye care professionals can leverage is education, helping patients understand the daily habits, products, and risks that affect their ocular […]

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1:22:23

Exploring Ocular Disease in Movies: Eye Health...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/22

Takeaways Optometry is a profession that continually balances medical science with human experience. In a recent episode of the Reel Eyes Podcast, hosts Dr. Jacob Wilson and Dr. Jacobi Cleaver welcomed guest Dr. Morgan Jones for an unusual yet engaging conversation. The discussion spanned rare clinical eye cases, such as Tolosa-Hunt syndrome and Kaposi sarcoma, […]

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38:26

Direct OD: Unlocking Recurring Revenue Through...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/18

Membership plans are not just a trend; they’re a strategic shift in how modern optometry practices operate. In a world where subscription models dominate industries from streaming to fitness, Direct OD is helping eye care professionals harness the same concept to boost profitability, reduce insurance dependency, and strengthen patient loyalty. In a recent Defocus Media […]

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1:04:09

Fantastic Four Meets Optometry: Posterior Keratoconus...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/16

Key Takeaways The Reel Eyes Podcast returns with a blockbuster blend of Hollywood excitement and clinical expertise, and this time the spotlight is on Marvel’s Fantastic Four. In this high-energy episode, Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson deliver a conversation that moves effortlessly between cinema and science, offering a detailed review of Marvel’s latest […]

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52:31

Dr. Jason Compton’s Optometry Career Journey

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/14

The optometry career journey of Dr. Jason Compton is anything but ordinary. From growing up in New York’s vibrant neighborhoods to becoming a respected leader in optometry practice management and contact lens specialty care, his story offers valuable lessons for aspiring and practicing eye care professionals. In a candid conversation with Dr. Adam Ramsey on […]

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1:12:21

Superman and Eye Care: Reel Eyes Podcast on Optic...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/10

Episode Highlights The Reel Eyes Podcast has once again proven that movie reviews can be more than just entertainment they can be an unexpected classroom for eye care professionals. In this episode, co-hosts Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson dissect the animated blockbuster Superman (2024), using the Man of Steel’s cinematic highs and lows […]

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40:25

Dr. Jennifer Chinn’s Journey from Legacy to Leadership

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/05

Key Takeaways What does it take to transform a family-owned legacy into a forward-thinking, modern optometry practice? For Dr. Jennifer Chinn, the answer lies in balancing tradition with innovation, patient care with aesthetics, and leadership with authenticity. In this episode of the Play Chess Not Checkers podcast hosted by Dr. Adam Ramsey, Dr. Chinn shares her inspiring […]

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26:49

Join Team OGS: A Year-Round Giving Model from...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/04

3 Key Takeaways What if your practice could be part of a worldwide solution to end uncorrected refractive error—without disrupting your day-to-day operations? That’s the idea behind Team OGS. In this episode of the Defocus Media Podcast, Dr. Darryl Glover welcomes Nikki Earich to discuss how Optometry Giving Sight’s latest initiative enables practices to give […]

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1:26:24

“Sinners” and Sight: Reel Eyes Podcast Connects Film...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/08/01

Key Takeaways In the debut episode of the Reel Eyes Podcast, optometrists Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson dive into the film Sinners not just as movie enthusiasts but as healthcare professionals who recognize how cinema can inform patient interaction and clinical insights. The primary keyword, “Sinners,” takes on new meaning as the hosts […]

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43:25

Say Goodbye to Puffy Eyebags with Eyederm’s Proven...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/07/28

Eyederm is reshaping the cosmetic conversation in eye care, offering science-backed solutions for one of the most common aesthetic concerns: under-eye bags. In a recent Defocus Media Podcast episode, Dr. Josh Davidson shared his entrepreneurial journey and clinical insights that led to the creation of the Eyederm Eyebag Reducer. As the mind behind Dry Eye Drink, Hydration Masks, and now Eyederm, Dr. Davidson exemplifies how eye care professionals can innovate in the growing field of ocular

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21:07

Designing Eye Care Studies: Get the Right Number of...

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/07/27

Key Takeaways Understanding sample size calculation is essential for any eye care professional conducting clinical research. Whether you’re practicing in a private clinic, academic institution, or commercial setting, knowing how many subjects you need for your study can make or break the integrity of your results. In this Four Eyed Professor episode, Dr. Chris Lievens […]

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23:21

Reel Eyes Podcast: Where Blockbusters Meet the Exam Lane

Defocus Media Eyecare and Optometry Podcast Network ·

2025/07/21

Key Takeaways The Reel Eyes Podcast converges two powerful worlds: cinema and eye care, to create an innovative platform for optometrists, students, and healthcare professionals. In an industry where education and entertainment rarely intersect, this podcast presents a fresh and engaging way to explore vision care through storytelling. Created by Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. […]

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