In this conversation, Chris and Dr. Ryan Corte discuss the journey from being a student to becoming a successful optometrist with multiple locations. They delve into the challenges and strategies of rebranding a practice, the differences between corporate and private practice, and the role of AI in modern optometry. They also explore the importance of community impact, exit strategies for practice owners, and the value of sharing knowledge through podcasting.

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Aaron sits down with compliance expert Dr. Joe DeLoach, Cheif Compliance Officer of Practice Performance Partners and cybersecurity specialist Dave MacKinnon of Promethean One to unpack what every private practice owner needs to know about HIPAA, data protection, and evolving security laws. They discuss the biggest threats facing eye care practices today—from phishing scams to ransomware—and outline simple, practical steps to safeguard your systems, protect patient data, and stay ahead of upcoming HIPAA changes. A must-listen for any doctor or administrator who wants peace of mind in an increasingly digital world.

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In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of evaluating and refining history forms in optometry to enhance patient care. He emphasizes the need for relevant questions that truly matter to both the clinician and the patient, advocating for a tailored approach to history-taking that aligns with specific patient complaints. The conversation highlights the complexity of comprehensive exams and the necessity of focusing on actionable insights that can lead to better patient outcomes. -------------------

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In this episode, Dr. Evie Lawson explains how she separates Neurolens and SQL in her practice, making it easy for patients to understand the difference and benefits of each. She shares practical strategies for communicating these solutions clearly and ensuring patients feel confident in their treatment options.

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Aaron Werner and Brianna Rhue dig into the hidden value of contact lenses in private practice—from capture rates and annual supply strategies to the systems that save time, build patient trust, and drive real revenue growth. They share practical metrics, process hacks, and lessons from Dr. Contact Lens that every OD and team can apply.

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In this episode, Davis Corley (CEO and co-founder of Neurolens) gives listeners a detailed update on what’s changing at the company and what innovations are being introduced.

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Aaron sits down with Dr. Jennifer “Jenny” Aslam, owner of El Segundo Optometry, to talk about balancing life as a mom, wife, and practice owner—and how she’s built a thriving pediatric and myopia management practice from the ground up. Jenny shares practical tips for making eye exams fun for kids, engaging families in the importance of early eye care, and integrating myopia management into a general practice. They also discuss teamwork, community support, and why strong communication with pediatricians is key to growing this side of care. Jennifer “Jenny” Aslam, OD is a private practice owner, wife, and mom based in El Segundo, CA. She leads a growing practice with a strong clinical emphasis on pediatric optometry and myopia management. In this episode, Dr. Aslam shares her experience balancing the demands of practice ownership with family life, while building out specialty services that serve both her patients and the broader community. From staff training and patient education to community outreach and local MD collaboration, she offers practical insights on how to successfully grow a niche within private practice.

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