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The Focused View: Empowering Eye Care Professionals

Michael Nasser
Independent Optometry
Australia
Optometry
Opticare
Leadership
Succession Planning
Eye Care Industry
Private Practice Ownership
Myopia Management
Mental Health
Small Business
The Elusive Miss Lou
United States
Young Optometrists NSW/ACT
Australian College Of Optical Dispensing
ACOD
Behavioral Optometry
Education
Patient-Centric Care
Dry Eye

"The Focused View" is a podcast dedicated to exploring the latest trends, strategies, and innovations in the eye care industry. Hosted by industry expert Michael Nasser, each episode features in-depth interviews with thought leaders and practitioners who are pushing the boundaries of optometry. With a focus on empowering eye care professionals and elevating the industry, "The Focused View" provide... more

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What happens when an industrial engineer steps into the world of independent optometry?

In this episode, we are joined by Ankit Patel, founder of My Business Care Team, and the host of the Optometrists Building Empire podcast. Ankit shares how indep... more

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One bold decision that changed the course of independent optometry in Australia today.

In part 1 of this 3-part series, we are joined by George Nasser, Founder and Director at Opticare, to share the lessons, risks, and industry changes that establis... more

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Differentiation is one of the biggest opportunities for independent optometry practices, but it requires the right strategy, systems, and leadership. In this episode, we continue our conversation with optometrist and owner of Vision Camberwell, Shoni... more

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What happens when you stop trying to serve everyone and start building a practice around clarity and specialisation?

In this episode, we are joined by Shonit Jagmohan, an optometrist and owner of Vision Camberwell, one of the oldest independent prac... more

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George Nasser
Optometrist, founder and managing director of Opticare
Opticare
Episode: EP53: 42 Years in Eye Care - George Nasser on The Story Behind Building Opticare
Shonit Jagmohan
Experienced optometrist and practice owner at Vision Camberwell
Vision Camberwell
Episode: EP52: From Specialty to Strategy: Building a High-Performance Independent Practice with Shonit Jagmohan - Part 2
Sheila Lam
Optometrist and co-founder of Eye Definition Optometrists
Eye Definition Optometrists
Episode: EP50: From Grad to Greenfield: One Optometrist’s Journey to Private Practice Ownership with Sheila Lam - Part 2
Tim Thurn
Former Medical and Professional Relations Director for Australia and New Zealand at EssilorLuxottica
EssilorLuxottica
Episode: EP47: The Evolution of Independent Optometry and Technology with Tim Thurn
Steve Vargo
Optometrist, practice management consultant, author, and host of Eye Own a Business podcast
Eye Own a Business; independent practices (USA)
Episode: EP46: Leading for Success: Practical Strategies to Build Stronger Teams in Independent Optometry with Dr Steve Vargo
Tim Duffy
Optometrist with forty years of rural practice experience in Australia
Independent optometry practices in rural NSW
Episode: EP44: Ownership, Independence, and Planning Succession in Optometry with Tim Duffy
Louise Skeet
Founder/ presenter from The Illusive Miss Lu
The Illusive Miss Lu
Episode: 2025 Holiday Episode: Eye Care Community Voice
Belinda Masatano
Director of Eyes and Optometry Group
Eyes and Optometry Group, Western Australia
Episode: 2025 Holiday Episode: Eye Care Community Voice
Amanda Duffy
Optometrist and owner
Eye Care Plus Belmont and Eye Care Plus Edwards, Newcastle
Episode: 2025 Holiday Episode: Eye Care Community Voice

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EP36: Specialising with Purpose: Building a Practice Around Behavioural Optometry and Beyond with Adrian Vecchio
Q: What pragmatic steps should a practice take to introduce specialized services without destabilizing the business?
Begin with targeted courses to build competence, start small with your existing patient base, and structure offerings so they align with revenue and time management, using a staged approach to ensure staff buy-in and sustainable cash flow.
EP36: Specialising with Purpose: Building a Practice Around Behavioural Optometry and Beyond with Adrian Vecchio
Q: How did behavioral optometry become foundational to your practice, and how did you expand beyond it?
Adrian describes starting with a behavioral foundation from early on, then gradually adding subspecialties like vision therapy, orthokeratology, and myopia control as demand and capability grew, driven by curiosity and a clear patient-centric focus.
EP34: What We Can Learn from U.S. Optometry: A Cross-Market Conversation with Erich Mattei
Q: Can you describe your story and how you ended up founding Akrinos?
I started in the Vision Eye Care space in 2010 as a vendor rep, observed the full lifecycle of practices across startup, growth, and transition, and used those insights to build Akrinos in 2021 to empower independent doctors with the tools to run profitable, patient-centered practices.
EP35: The Power of Young Optometrists: Supporting the Next Generation of Eye Care Professionals
Q: What is the mission of Young Optometrists NSW/ACT and how has it evolved?
Its mission is to support graduates and early-career optometrists, advocate for students, and foster a community where members can find their passion and grow professionally, with programs expanding from university-focused events to broader CPD and practical up-skilling.
EP47: The Evolution of Independent Optometry and Technology with Tim Thurn
Q: What were some of the pivotal technological milestones that have shaped optometry to today?
Tim walks through advancements from early lens materials and UV protection to high-index lenses, digital lens design, and the impact of digital manufacturing on the speed and customization of eyewear.

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- The focus tends to center on building and scaling independent eye care practices, with a strong emphasis on leadership, team culture, patient experience, and the business of optometry. Episodes often explore practical steps for practice ownership, staff development, and modernizing workflows, alongside technical topics like lens education, myopia management, and the integration of dispensing technology. Across episodes, guests share real-world challenges, strategic decisions, and pragmatic tips for growing sustainable practices in Australia and beyond, blending clinical insights with entrepreneurship and market context.

- Noteworthy angles include leadership frameworks for small teams, the tension between independence and corporate conso... more

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