Dr. Katie Chu shares how faith, family, and following her heart have shaped her 30-year optometry journey and what’s next as she embraces a new season between California and Hawaii.

Optometrists Dr. Nick Vu and Dr. Elizabeth Davis spent a year teaching in Vietnam and traveling to 28 countries across all seven continents, including Antarctica. From clinical labs to penguin encounters, their story is a bold example of living intentionally, embracing adventure, and making a global impact in optometry.

Dr. Alma Regnault shares her remarkable journey from shadowing at a local optometry practice to ultimately becoming its owner, all while navigating career pivots, motherhood, and self-doubt. Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to grow, evolve, and come full circle.

Dr. Benjamin Lickteig’s journey from small-town Iowa to leading a thriving multi-location optometric practice in Massachusetts is filled with valuable lessons on growth, leadership, and innovation. In this episode recap, learn how he embraced the sublease model, championed a four-day workweek, and built a successful myopia management program, while staying rooted in his passion for patient care and mentorship.

Dr. Pam Theriot, a dry eye specialist and TEDx speaker, shares her journey across the country, her passion for ocular surface health, and her mission to make eye care habits as common as brushing your teeth. Learn her three-step approach to combat digital eye strain and how eye care providers can prepare for a wave of more informed patients.

What does it mean to live a life that truly matters? In this episode of Ryan Reflects, Dr. Ben Thayil shares how defining your vision, leading with values, and investing in your team can transform your practice and your life.

From struggling with tests to finding my path in optometry, here's how I turned challenges into purpose.

Dr. Corte & Dr. Lopez break down the 2025 Optometrist Income Report, covering salary trends, debt, ownership, and financial insights.

Dr. Harbir Sian shares insights on scope expansion, career growth, and balancing private practice, sublease, and podcasting.

Dr. Maria Sampalis shares her journey from corporate optometry to entrepreneurship, shaping the industry & empowering ODs.

Dr. Gabriela Olivares shares her journey in optometry, advocacy, and work-life balance, proving ODs are vital in healthcare.

Dr. Aaron Neufeld's journey from new grad to multi-location practice owner & ODs on Finance co-founder is a masterclass in success!

Navigating NBEO challenges, Josh Reese shares his optometry journey, exam struggles, and the need for transparency in testing.

Optometry, business & mentorship - Drs. Joseph & Edris share insights on growth, challenges & success in corporate optometry.

Dr. Ryan Corte dives deep into the unexpected challenges and stories of resilience that arose when Hurricane Helene struck Asheville, NC.

Starting 2025 with purpose! Reflect on your why, build habits, set SMART goals, and believe in yourself to achieve incredible growth.

Dr. Ryan Corte discusses YouTube, optometry, and education with Dr. Joseph Allen, aka Doctor Eye Health, on the Ryan Reflects podcast.