In this episode, Eric Levenhagen speaks with Dr. Cheryl Chapman, owner of Gretna Eye and Aesthetics, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Peak Pro.

Dr. Chapman shares her journey from graduating optometry school to becoming an independent practice owner, emphasizing the importance of community involvement and mentorship. She discusses her latest venture, Peak Pro, which aims to revolutionize eyelid hygiene with an innovative device to combat dry eye disease.

Hear about her experiences and advice on staying passionate and engaged in the field of optometry.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:34 Dr. Chapman's Journey to Practice Ownership

03:42 The Importance of Community Involvement

05:20 Challenges and Leadership During the Pandemic

06:29 Introducing Peak Pro: Revolutionizing Eyelid Hygiene

07:46 The Impact of Screen Time on Eye Health

10:49 Peak Pro's Innovative Solutions and Business Model

14:44 Tips for Optometrists: Enhancing Patient Compliance 1

7:27 Final Thoughts and Advice for Independent Optometrists

Join host Eric Levenhagen in this engaging conversation with Dr. Julie Poteet, an optometrist in Atlanta, Georgia, and an advocate for nutritional wellness and functional medicine.

Dr. Poteet shares her journey and passion for preventive care, particularly in ocular health. She discusses the critical role optometrists play in disease prevention through advanced imaging technologies and nutritional guidance.

Learn about her personal inspiration, the challenges she faces in changing mindsets, and the impact of her work on her patients' lives.

Tune in to discover how Dr. Poteet is striving to make a global difference in health through education and public health initiatives.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:26 Dr. Julie Poteet's Background and Passion
01:14 The Role of Nutrition in Eye Health
03:43 Challenges in Promoting Nutritional Awareness
05:40 Personal Stories and Impact
08:16 Advocacy and Public Health
14:24 Final Thoughts and Advice

In this insightful episode, host Eric Levenhagen sits down with Dr. Tom Chwe, an experienced optometrist and leadership expert, to discuss the crucial role that positive leadership and workplace culture play in the success of an optometry practice.

Dr. Chwe shares his personal journey from being resistant to change to realizing the immense benefits of leading with compassion and kindness. We delve into the importance of employee engagement, the cost implications of turnover, and practical strategies for fostering a positive work environment. Dr. Chwe also emphasizes the significance of self-care for leaders and how one's approach to leadership can significantly impact team morale and patient care.

This conversation is packed with actionable insights and thought-provoking ideas that can inspire any practice owner or leader aiming to create a more positive and effective workplace.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:39 Transition to Full-Time Location
01:36 Impact of Leadership Style
01:54 Challenges and Passion for Positive Leadership
02:27 Importance of Workplace Culture
03:57 Employee Engagement Strategies
04:33 Resistance to Positive Leadership
06:08 Cost of Employee Turnover
07:03 Mindset and Leadership
14:05 Hiring the Right Fit
20:15 Resistance to Change in Leadership
20:57 Generational Influence on Leadership Styles
21:35 The Shortcomings of Fear-Based Leadership
22:24 Promoting Kindness Over Niceness
23:51 Modeling Behavior in Leadership
25:54 The Trickle-Down Effect in Leadership
26:21 Self-Compassion and Leadership
27:19 Empathy and Perspective-Taking Exercises
32:03 Enhancing Patient Experience
36:26 Final Thoughts and Advice for Practice Owners