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Blink Collective

Valley Contax
Optometry
Scleral Lenses
Dry Eye
Patient Care
Keratoconus
Glaucoma
Cataract Surgery
Myopia Control
Contact Lenses
Myopia Management
Social Media In Healthcare
Dry Eye Treatment
Multifocal Lenses
Ortho Keratology
Gas Permeable Lenses
Macular Degeneration
Contact Lens Fitting
Corneal GP Lenses
Optometry Education
Pediatrics

An Optometry Podcast powered by the next gen of ODs

Formerly Try Not to BlinkNow -> Blink Collective 👁️⭐️

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Latest Episodes

🎙️ New Episode of Blink Collective!

Do you ever feel like you’re supposed to have everything figured out by graduation? Spoiler: you’re not. And that’s okay. 👏

In this episode, McKenzie and Lisa talk about the transition from student to doctor, n... more

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Episode 6 is LIVE!

Thinking about a residency after optometry school? 👀

Hosts McKenzie and Lisa are joined by Dr. Megan Patterson for an honest conversation about residency—how to know if it's the right path, what the experience is really like, an... more

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🎙️ Episode 5 is LIVE! 🎙️

This week on Blink Collective, hosts McKenzie and Lisa tackle one of the most relatable hot takes in healthcare:

📚 "If your medical history reads like a novel… please bring the book."

From hilarious patient history mome... more

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🎙️ Episode 4 of Blink Collective is here — and this one dives deep into what it *really* means to care for patients beyond the eye chart 👁✨

This week, Lisa & McKenzie sit down with Dr. Madison Moss from Raleigh Contact Lens Institute — a residency... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Madison Moss
Specialist in corneal contact lenses and myopia management; Raleigh Contact Lens Institute, North Carolina
Raleigh Contact Lens Institute
Episode: Blink Collective - Episode 4
Kyliah Ellison
Third year student at PCO, externship participant
PCO (Pennsylvania College of Optometry)
Episode: Blink Collective - Episode 3
Dr. Pooja Alloju
A rising star in anterior segment disease and specialty contact lenses.
Episode: Magicians, Mathematicians or Scleral Clinicians?
Dr. Tiffany Park
Cornea and Contact Lens resident and winner of the Blonk Contest with Valley Contax
SCCO
Episode: Be the Beam of Light
Dr. Radhika Chawla
Behavioral optometrist, founder of Richmond Hill Optometric Clinic
Richmond Hill Optometric Clinic
Episode: Kids are Our Future
Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
Owner of Charlotte Contact Lens Institute and new Raleigh location
Charlotte Contact Lens Institute
Episode: No Trace Left Behind
Dr. Stephanie Pisano
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Vision Science at The Ohio State University, expert in specialty contact lenses and ocular surface disease.
The Ohio State University
Episode: According to Recent Research
Nyah Miranda
Third-year optometry student at NECO, AOSA trustee, and CHAOS co-president
New England College of Optometry
Episode: Carving Your Own Path
Dr. Anthony Mac
An optometrist with expertise in scleral lenses and dry eye management.
Alamo Eye Care
Episode: This is a Journey

Hosts

McKenzie
Primary host of Blink Collective, frequently guiding conversations and presenting practical clinical tips. Affiliation commonly listed as Blink Collective.
Lisa
Co-host and key presenter, often introducing guests and shaping episode flow. Affiliation commonly listed as Blink Collective; involved in ongoing sponsor relationships.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Try Not 2 Miss

    Love the podcast. Have been listening since the beginning. These two ODs don’t know me personally, but it’s like listening to two good friends. I listen on my drive to work and it gets my mind ready for the week. Love the podcast and hope it continues with you two for a long time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexOD12
    United States3 years ago
  • Great balance of content

    As an incoming student at SCO, this podcast is the perfect balance of hearing others experience in the field of optometry, new advancements in the profession, and humor to keep you engaged!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    evanmsims
    United States5 years ago
  • Eye enjoy this podcast 😉

    As an optometry student I throughly enjoyed listening to this podcast during my commute. Can’t wait to see what the future holds for this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dolphinfan428
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Variety

    Impressive consistency with regular episodes, and a great variety of content from medical to eyecare business to lighter-hearted fun stuff. Awesome job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JonnyBaseball66
    United States7 years ago
  • Try not to blink

    Great podcast. Love the humor. Have been a loyal listener from the very first episode. No complaints from me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arjinc1980
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Fans note the balance of lighthearted banter with informative content and guest insights.
Some criticism centers on format variability and tangents, but the humor and expertise are still praised.
Listeners appreciate practical clinical tips and real-world case discussions.
Concise insight into what listeners value about the show: engaging hosts with strong educational focus.
Positive sentiment around the educational value and host chemistry, with a few calls for tighter structure.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Blink Collective - Episode 3
Q: What is the biggest advice you would give a third year going into their fourth year?
Go into externships with an open mind, be willing to learn, ask questions, and take initiative to contribute to patient care, showing you can think critically and act as a doctor as you gain experience.
Carving Your Own Path
Q: How do you feel about using social media for your career?
Social media is crucial for networking and highlighting your professional journey.
Carving Your Own Path
Q: What is your best tip for those preparing for boards?
Invest in prep materials and utilize school notes, particularly for ocular diseases.
This is a Journey
Q: What are some challenges you faced after graduation?
Finding your niche is a big challenge, but it helps to have done rotations in specialty clinics.
This is a Journey
Q: What advice would you give to young graduates interested in scleral lenses?
Try to create your own opportunities or actively seek them out, such as attending workshops.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blink Collective

What is Blink Collective about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two-host discussions centered on optometry education, clinical workflows, and practical patient-care insights. Episodes cover real-world case studies (including scleral lenses and complex patient scenarios), updated screening guidelines, and practical tips for students and early-career ODs, all delivered with a casual, engaging tone. Noteworthy elements include a strong focus on education, hands-on clinical advice, and a sponsor segment that highlights technology and education pathways, suggesting values around mentorship, accessibility of records, and collaborative care.

Across episodes, the show stands out for blending student experiences with real clinical cases, plus discussions on remote optometry and evolving treatments, making it ap... more

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1. Dr. Madison Moss
2. Kyliah Ellison
3. Dr. Pooja Alloju
4. Dr. Tiffany Park
5. Dr. Radhika Chawla
6. Dr. Ariel Cerenzie
7. Dr. Stephanie Pisano
8. Nyah Miranda

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