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The 20/20 Podcast

Harbir Sian, OD
Dry Eye
Optometry
Myopia Management
Scope Optimization
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Optical Success Academy
Working Genius
Scleral Lenses
Private Practice
Peter Rosnick
Higher Order Aberrations
Amniotic Membrane
British Columbia
Gen Z
Marketing
Ophthalmology
Meivertor
Kiosks
Optometry–optician Collaboration

Dr. Harbir Sian is an award-winning optometrist based in Vancouver, Canada. In The 20/20, Dr. Sian interviews guests from various backgrounds and industries to share their struggles and successes. Guests include business owners, entrepreneurs, world-class athletes, media personalities, medical professionals, and more.

Through conversations with these guests, Canada's number 1 optometry podcast br... more

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Latest Episodes

What happens when highly trained healthcare professionals are measured more by sales targets than by the quality of care they provide? In Australia, growing frustration over workplace conditions, corporate key performance indicators, declining salari... more

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Women experience dry eye at significantly higher rates than men—but the reasons extend far beyond age or screen time. In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, Dr. Harbir Sian sits down with Dr. Janice Luk to explore the often-overlooked connection betwe... more

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In Part 2 of this conversation with Conor Heaney, founder of Optical Success Academy and owner of Jones & Co. in Manchester, Harbir and Conor continue their discussion on what it really takes to grow an independent optometry practice. Picking up from... more

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In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, Harbir welcomes back Conor Heaney, founder of Optical Success Academy and owner of Jones & Co., a premium independent optometry and optical boutique in Manchester, UK. This conversation was so packed with value t... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Janice Luk
Eye care specialist focusing on ocular health and women's health in relation to dry eye
[not explicitly stated]
Episode: The Conversation That We Have Been Missing About Women's Eye Health - Dr. Janice Luk
Conor Heaney
Founder of Optical Success Academy and owner of Jones & Co optical boutique
Optical Success Academy; Jones & Co
Episode: Effective Beats Efficient: Building a Better Independent Practice - Part 2 with Conor Heaney
Peter Rosnick
Waterloo graduate, founder of the Canadian Optometry Group (COG)
Canadian Optometry Group (COG)
Episode: Giving Sight, Changing Lives: How Optometry Giving Sight is Creating Lasting Change - Donna Mikulecky
Dr. Peter Rozanec
Waterloo grad, founder of The Canadian Optometry Group, early adopter of internet tech in optometry
The Canadian Optometry Group (COG)
Episode: Don’t Buy the Hype: A Realistic Look at AI in Optometry - Dr. Peter Rozanec, Creator of Canadian Optometry Group
Richard Maharaj
Dry-eye specialist, ophthalmology/optometry leader (Dry-Eyed Jedi)
Prism Eye Institute
Episode: "True, Kind, and Necessary": A Conversation with The Dry Eye Jedi - Dr. Richard Maharaj
Dr. Laura Periman
Ocular surface disease expert; founder of Periman Eye Institute
Periman Eye Institute
Episode: The Future of Dry Eye: From Eye Drops to Molecular Medicine - Dr. Laura Periman
Dr. Kulvir Singh
Dry eye-focused optometrist transitioning to Dr. Vigin Group team
Ophthalogix Canada / Dr. Vigin Group
Episode: "There's No Competition at the Top, Only at the Bottom": Building Trust, Referrals & Real Influence in Optometry - Dr. Kulvir Singh and Dr. Julian Prosia
Dr. Julian Prosia
Dry eye specialist with a medical distribution background
Ophthalogix Canada / Amniotic membrane distribution
Episode: "There's No Competition at the Top, Only at the Bottom": Building Trust, Referrals & Real Influence in Optometry - Dr. Kulvir Singh and Dr. Julian Prosia
Meenal Agarwal
Optometrist, author of Stuck in a Flat World, host of Uncover Your Eyes podcast
Three practices in Toronto; author; podcaster
Episode: Kids, Screens, and Anxiety: What Optometry is Missing - Dr. Meenal Agarwal

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Lovely host

    He’s such a natural and talented host, makes every guest comfortable and open and honest! Breeze!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ishium
    United States4 months ago
  • A Must Listen

    The 20/20 podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in optometry. The host, Dr Sian, has a perfect balance of expertise and curiosity, making complex topics easy to digest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CuriousOD
    Canada10 months ago
  • I never miss an episode!

    I love Dr. Sian’s passion for the profession of optometry. Week after week, he speaks with leaders in the field who freely share their clinical knowledge to help us all treat our patients more effectively. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pam Theriot, OD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast

    I recently got into podcasts and I’ve been really enjoying all the episodes. It’s opened up my perspective to different parts of the profession that maybe I don’t think about on a daily basis and has great tips and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarinaCeaus
    Canada2 years ago
  • Insightful, concise, practical

    Thank you so much for taking time to post these podcasts. Long time listener and finally getting around to review. I find the shows relevant and appreciate that they are practical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mommymira
    Canada2 years ago

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The host puts guests at ease, making every conversation feel open and honest.
Listeners praise the show's relevance to professional growth and patient care.
A must-listen for optometry—expertise paired with curiosity makes topics accessible.

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From Busy Practice Owner to Better Leader, With Optical Success Academy - Conor Heaney Part 1
Q: Conor, why don't we start with this: what would somebody expect if they joined Optical Success Academy today?
The program helps practice owners reset priorities, invest time in marketing, team development, and personal leadership, and supports ongoing implementation through regular meetings and accountability.
"There's No Competition at the Top, Only at the Bottom": Building Trust, Referrals & Real Influence in Optometry - Dr. Kulvir Singh and Dr. Julian Prosia
Q: What does a typical dry eye practice look like when you specialize full-time in that area?
The guests discuss performing dry eye consults, follow-up treatments, and coordinating with other clinics; the emphasis is on efficiency and patient outcomes rather than broad, one-size-fits-all care.
"There's No Competition at the Top, Only at the Bottom": Building Trust, Referrals & Real Influence in Optometry - Dr. Kulvir Singh and Dr. Julian Prosia
Q: Give us a quick bio, 30 seconds of yourself and what you do.
Dr. Kulvir Singh describes his background, his focus on dry eye, and his transition into a role with a dry eye emphasis while exploring different practice settings and corporate opportunities.
Independent Together: What Does IDOC's Rebrand Mean for ODs? - Dave Brown, CEO and President of IDOC
Q: What has changed with the rebrand and why now?
The rebrand is about telling a deeper IDOC story, expanding marketing efforts, and tying together the suite of services under a cohesive IDOC identity so independent ODs can see the full breadth of what IDOC offers without changing the core independence of their practices.
"True, Kind, and Necessary": A Conversation with The Dry Eye Jedi - Dr. Richard Maharaj
Q: What practical steps can clinicians take to address patient pain and anxiety in the chair?
Emphasize pausing during consultations, considering psychological and social factors, and acknowledging patient experiences while using measurable clinical signs to guide treatment.

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Recent guests on The 20/20 Podcast include:

1. Dr. Janice Luk
2. Conor Heaney
3. Peter Rosnick
4. Dr. Peter Rozanec
5. Richard Maharaj
6. Dr. Laura Periman
7. Dr. Kulvir Singh
8. Dr. Julian Prosia

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