Episodes

Dr. Scott Mundle provides a historical perspective on Optometry Giving Sight (OGS), its mission and current activities. He and Eyes Wide Open Host, Roxanne Arnal, talk about the benefits of giving and how contributing to social programs can help personal happiness and make business sense. Dr. Mundle, UW ('83) has been active in the service of Optometry since early in his career. He is the past-president of the Manitoba Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists, and...

Tom Bollum, a seasoned optical industry executive shares valuable insights on practice real estate in a conversation with EyesWideOpen host, Roxanne Arnal. They discuss the importance of location and how a change of location could impact the practice. Must read lease negotiation tips are provided!

Dr. Sophia Leung, in a conversation with EyesWideOpen host, Roxanne Arnal, the tables are turned. Once an OD student in Dr. Arnal’s practice, the student has evolved and honed her clinical and mentorship skills. Together they explore professional burnout, mentorship and types of collaboration in a forthright discussion. About the GuestDr. Sophia Leung has taken an atypical professional pathway following graduation from UW School of Optometry in 2014. After spending some time in private practice...

In his current role as VP, Optometric Partnerships, Dr. Michael Naugle oversees the growth and development of the FYidoctors banner in Canada and is a key figure in recruiting new optometrists. From the company’s inception in 2008 up until 2015, he served as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors and Vice Chairman of the Advisory Committee.

In his current role as VP, Optometric Partnerships, Dr. Michael Naugle oversees the growth and development of the FYidoctors banner in Canada and is a key figure in recruiting new optometrists. From the company’s inception in 2008 up until 2015, he served as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors and Vice Chairman of the Advisory Committee.

Dr. Trevor Miranda describes his multi-practice location on Vancouver Island with UW '95 classmate, Eyes Wide Open host, Dr. Glen Chiasson. In particular, Dr. Miranda stresses the importance of having great products that are "Channel-protected" for optometry in building a Dry Eye Sub-specialty

Dr. Trevor Miranda describes his multi-practice location on Vancouver Island with UW '95 classmate, Eyes Wide Open host, Dr. Glen Chiasson. In particular, Dr. Miranda stresses the importance of having great products that are "Channel-protected" for optometry in building a Dry Eye Sub-specialty

Wendy Buchanan is a Registered Optician and an Image Consultant. Wendy has a highly successful mobile practice. She shares her highly unique skill set with Optometry practice owners through a training course and consulting. Podcast host, Dr. Glen Chiasson explore Wendy's success formula, how it came about and reveal how Optometry practice owners and managers can bring optical sales to a new level.

Wendy Buchanan is a Registered Optician and an Image Consultant. Wendy has a highly successful mobile practice. She shares her highly unique skill set with Optometry practice owners through a training course and consulting. Podcast host, Dr. Glen Chiasson explore Wendy's success formula, how it came about and reveal how Optometry practice owners and managers can bring optical sales to a new level.

Dr. Scott Mundle, University of Waterloo ('83) has been active in the service of Optometry since early in his career. He is the past-president of the Manitoba Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists, and is the Immediate Past President of the World Council of Optometry. He shares insights from this incredible path of leadership with Eyes Wide Open Host, Roxanne Arnal.

Dr. Scott Mundle, University of Waterloo ('83) has been active in the service of Optometry since early in his career. He is the past-president of the Manitoba Association of Optometrists and the Canadian Association of Optometrists, and is the Immediate Past President of the World Council of Optometry. He shares insights from this incredible path of leadership with Eyes Wide Open Host, Roxanne Arnal.

Dr. Patrick Quaid, immediate past-president of the Ontario College of Optometrists, founder and Director of Optometric Services Vue³ Vision Therapy Clinics, speaks with EWO podcast host Dr. Glen Chiasson about Vision Therapy – or as he prefers to call it – Neuro-Optometry. He shares his personal path from childhood trauma, through Optometry school to achieving his doctorate at UW, School of Optometry and creating non-dispensing Vision Therapy clinics.

Dr. Patrick Quaid, immediate past-president of the Ontario College of Optometrists, founder and Director of Optometric Services Vue³ Vision Therapy Clinics, speaks with EWO podcast host Dr. Glen Chiasson about Vision Therapy – or as he prefers to call it – Neuro-Optometry. He shares his personal path from childhood trauma, through Optometry school to achieving his doctorate at UW, School of Optometry and creating non-dispensing Vision Therapy clinics.

Naomi Barber, Director of Optometry, Specsavers Canada shares thoughts with Roxanne Arnal on Specsavers' approach particularly as it relates to data modelling and working with various health stakeholders to improve accessibility and drive more positive outcomes in through its optometry network.

Naomi Barber, Director of Optometry, Specsavers Canada shares thoughts with Roxanne Arnal on Specsavers' approach particularly as it relates to data modelling and working with various health stakeholders to improve accessibility and drive more positive outcomes in through its optometry network.

Dr. James (Jim) Hoffman, shares insights on how to get former contact lens patients with presbyopia and astigmatism back into contacts and WOW them them in the process with new ULTRA Multifocal for Presbyopia from B + L.

Dr. James (Jim) Hoffman, shares insights on how to get former contact lens patients with presbyopia and astigmatism back into contacts and WOW them them in the process with new ULTRA Multifocal for Presbyopia from B + L.

Dr. David Schwirtz, Optometrist, Vice President of Medical Affairs & Professional development, IRIS Group shares his views on technology advances and the importance of ensuring that technology remains at the centre of patient care, creating a better experience for both the patient and the practitioner.

Dr. David Schwirtz, Optometrist, Vice President of Medical Affairs & Professional development, IRIS Group shares his views on technology advances and the importance of ensuring that technology remains at the centre of patient care, creating a better experience for both the patient and the practitioner.

It's been just over one year since COVID-19 interrupted life as we know it casting uncertainty on practice valuations in all health care sectors. How has optometry held up over this period? Jackie Joachim offers her perspective in conversation with Dr. Glen Chiasson based upon real-world experience .

It's been just over one year since COVID-19 interrupted life as we know it casting uncertainty on practice valuations in all health care sectors. How has optometry held up over this period? Jackie Joachim offers her perspective in conversation with Dr. Glen Chiasson based upon real-world experience .

By store count, Canada’s largest optical and eye care organization, the NEW LOOK VISION GROUP announced plans to take the corporation private and and alleviate the onerous burden of public company reporting. Dr. Daryan Angle, IRIS VP Business Development introduces the new investors and talks about the rational for the move with Eyes Wide Open Podcast host, Dr. Glen Chiasson.

By store count, Canada’s largest optical and eye care organization, the NEW LOOK VISION GROUP announced plans to take the corporation private and and alleviate the onerous burden of public company reporting. Dr. Daryan Angle, IRIS VP Business Development introduces the new investors and talks about the rational for the move with Eyes Wide Open Podcast host, Dr. Glen Chiasson.

Roxanne Arnal, OD and Certified Financial Planner® discusses her unique skill set as a family Chief Financial Officer specifically for optometrists. She charts her path from Optometry School, through personal health challenges and becoming a financial planner focused on Optometry practices and their families.