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EYE OWN A BUSINESS

IDOC
Optometry
Patient Care
Artificial Intelligence
Optical Industry
Failure
Staff Training
Patient Engagement
Chatgpt
Migraine Management
Patient Experience
Marketing
Second Pair Sales
Sunwear
Business Growth
IDOC
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Avulux Lenses
Polarized Lenses
Innovation
Marketing Strategies

What does your ideal optometry practice look like?

Eye Own a Business is your go-to resource, whether you’re an established owner or aspiring optometrist.

Hosted by Dr. Steve Vargo, this podcast, powered by IDOC, offers expert insights to help you grow your practice, enhance patient care, and so much more.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Dr. Steve Vargo sits down with Cory Pinegar for a practical conversation about virtual assistants, remote staffing, and why more optometry practices are taking a serious look at hybrid teams.

Steve and Cory unpack some of the bigges... more

In this episode, Dr. Steve Vargo sits down with optometrist and consultant Dr. Larry Golson for a practical conversation about leadership, delegation, and one of the biggest hidden barriers to growth in private practice: the owner who can’t let go.

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In this episode, Dr. Steve Vargo sits down with financial planner and repeat guest Adam Cmejla for a timely conversation about taxes, costly filing mistakes, and why practice owners need more than just a CPA who “gets it done.”

Steve and Adam unpack... more

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In this episode, Dr. Steve Vargo explores a frustrating experience nearly every doctor has faced: explaining a treatment plan clearly, receiving agreement from the patient—and then watching them never follow through.

Why does this happen?

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Recent Guests

Steve Vargo
Optometrist, practice management consultant, author
Eye Own A Business / DrSteveVargo.com
Episode: The #1 Mistake Practice Owners Make: Hoping Growth Happens “Naturally”
Dr. David Kading
Optometrist, consultant, and author of The Invisible Team
Episode: How to Build an Invisible Team That Gives You Your Practice Back
Dr. Crystal Brimer
Founder of Dry Eye Institute, expert in dry eye care
Dry Eye Institute
Episode: Why You’re Still “Dabbling” in Dry Eye—and What Actually Changes That
Dr. Ruth Mannschreck
A dentist who redesigned her practice with a focus on efficiency and work-life balance
Episode: Why You’re Working Too Much—and What Actually Lets You Work Less
Dr. Laura Periman
Ophthalmologist and dry eye expert, known as the dry eye master.
Independent Practitioner
Episode: The #1 mistake you make with dry eye: trying to ‘quick fix’ it
Zach Denning
Director of Scientific and Professional Affairs at Science-Based Health.
Science-Based Health
Episode: The #1 mistake you make with dry eye: trying to ‘quick fix’ it
Dr. Justin Bazan
Optometrist and IDOC member who transformed his contact lens business
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Episode: Why Most Doctors Leave Thousands on the Table with Contact Lenses
Dr. Brianna Rhue
A bold voice in optometry, utilizing AI for efficient and patient-centered practice management.
Episode: How to stop falling behind: the AI shift every OD must make now
Cathy Firman
Senior Director of Customer Success at GPN
GPN
Episode: You’re Surrounded by Data—So Why Are You Ignoring It? Leverage Patient Data for Business Growth

Host

Dr. Steve Vargo
Host of Eye Own A Business; practice management consultant focused on leadership, scalable systems, and technology adoption in optometry

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Dr. Rawzi Baik

    I really enjoy this practice management podcast! I appreciate the breadth of knowledge shared and how it's consistently broken down in simple terms, making it easy to grasp for listeners with varying levels of financial expertise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rawzi Baik
    United States9 months ago
  • Great for all eye care professionals!

    Looking forward to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shannnnn44
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests consistently deliver actionable strategies applied to real-world clinics.
Content frequently highlights leadership and systems thinking for better patient care.
Professional and practical guidance for growing optometry practices.

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The #1 Mistake Practice Owners Make: Hoping Growth Happens “Naturally”
Q: What are the five pillars of leadership?
The five pillars are clarity, development, leveraging people's strengths, accountability, and autonomy. These areas address the core issues behind staff management problems and help align the team with the practice's goals.
RE-RELEASE: The Future of Optometry: What the Next Generation of ODs Really Want
Q: What are some challenges regarding student debt?
Student debt has driven many graduates to seek higher-paying positions, sometimes in settings that do not allow for full-scope practice.
RE-RELEASE: The Future of Optometry: What the Next Generation of ODs Really Want
Q: How have you seen the expectations and career goals of optometry students shift over the years?
Students now want to practice to the full extent of their licensure and often express a desire for private practice but are challenged by debt and lack of business education.
Why Trying Harder is Holding Your Practice Back
Q: What advice would you give to your younger self?
To keep trying to improve by 1% consistently over time.
Why Trying Harder is Holding Your Practice Back
Q: What are some common traits of people who are stuck?
A negative mindset and an inability to see challenges as opportunities are common traits.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EYE OWN A BUSINESS

What is EYE OWN A BUSINESS about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on building and running successful optometry practices, with a strong emphasis on leadership, scalable operations, and the strategic use of technology to improve patient care and profitability. Episodes routinely explore topics like remote staffing, AI in practice management, leadership and culture, patient experience, and data-driven decision making, often through real-world case studies and practical frameworks. Noteworthy are its deep dives into turning staffing into a value driver, embracing virtual teams, and reframing conversations around sales and technology to empower owners and staff alike. Listeners are likely practitioners and practice leaders seeking concrete tactics to grow their businesses while maintaining hi... more

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1. Steve Vargo
2. Dr. David Kading
3. Dr. Crystal Brimer
4. Dr. Ruth Mannschreck
5. Dr. Laura Periman
6. Zach Denning
7. Dr. Justin Bazan
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