Episodes

  • The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant

    The 20/20 Podcast: Amy Sullivan Gallant
    Oct 11 2020
    Less than 1 minute
  • Independence Day Movie Review and Fireworks Eye Safety Tips from Optometrists

    Independence Day Movie Review and Fireworks Eye Safety Tips from Optometrists
    Jul 2 2026
    Nearly 30 years after its release, Independence Day remains one of the defining summer blockbusters. Starring Will Smith, Jeff Goldblum, and Vivica A. Fox, the 1996 sci-fi classic combined action, humor, and unforgettable visual effects to become a global box office phenomenon. Dr. Jacobi Cleaver and Dr. Jacob Wilson revisit the film, discussing why it continues to […]
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    57 mins
  • The Future of Dry Eye: Why Precision Medicine Is Changing Everything

    The Future of Dry Eye: Why Precision Medicine Is Changing Everything
    Jul 3 2026
    Dry eye disease is no longer viewed as a simple problem solved with artificial tears. As Dr. Laura Periman explains, modern research is redefining dry eye as a complex, multifactorial disease that requires personalized diagnosis and targeted treatment. During her conversation on The 20/20 Podcast, she explores how innovations in molecular medicine, neuroscience, and ocular surface diagnostics […]
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    16 mins
  • Purpose Over Perfection: Dr. Cortez Lewis’ Journey to Success

    Purpose Over Perfection: Dr. Cortez Lewis’ Journey to Success
    Jun 30 2026
    Success is often portrayed as a straight path marked by perfect grades, ideal circumstances, and flawless execution. Dr. Cortez Lewis’ journey proves otherwise. From growing up in a small Arkansas town and navigating academic struggles to overcoming unimaginable personal loss while pursuing his optometry degree, his story is one of resilience, faith, and unwavering determination. […]
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Vision Benefit Manager Reform: How Louisiana’s S.B. 404 Changes Optometry

    Vision Benefit Manager Reform: How Louisiana’s S.B. 404 Changes Optometry
    Jun 29 2026
    Louisiana's passage of Senate Bill 404 marks a major milestone in vision benefit manager (VBM) reform and optometry advocacy. Dr. Amy Puerto and Dr. Robert Janot join Defocus Media to discuss how this landmark legislation improves transparency, protects the doctor-patient relationship, and strengthens patient access to eye care. Discover why vision benefit manager reform is shaping the future of independent optometry.
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    27 mins
  • Experience Persol at Movies With A View This Summer

    Experience Persol at Movies With A View This Summer
    Jun 25 2026
    Persol has spent more than a century building a reputation for timeless Italian craftsmanship, authentic design, and a deep connection to cinema. This summer, those values come to life through one of New York City's most iconic outdoor events. Beginning July 2 and continuing every Thursday through August, Persol will serve as the presenting sponsor of Movies With A View at Brooklyn Bridge Park, a free outdoor film series that has become a beloved summer tradition for New Yorkers and visitors alike.
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    17 mins
  • How to Build a Dry Eye Practice: Dr. Ada Noh’s Journey From Burnout to Purpose

    How to Build a Dry Eye Practice: Dr. Ada Noh’s Journey From Burnout to Purpose
    Jun 23 2026
    Building a successful dry eye practice goes far beyond adding new technology. Dr. Ada Noh shares practical strategies for creating efficient systems, improving patient education, and delivering consistent dry eye care that benefits both patients and the practice. Learn how intentional workflows and evidence-based treatment can help optometrists build a sustainable and thriving dry eye practice.
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    37 mins
  • Building Trust, Referrals, and Real Influence in Optometry

    Building Trust, Referrals, and Real Influence in Optometry
    Jun 19 2026
    As optometry continues to evolve, doctors have more opportunities than ever to specialize, adopt new technologies, and collaborate with industry, but lasting success is built on something far more important than equipment or titles: trust. During a conversation recorded at the British Columbia Doctors of Optometry (BCDO) conference, Dr. Harbir Sian, Dr. Julian Prosia, and […]
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    23 mins