The Power Hour Podcast
With Eugene Shatsman
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The Optometry Podcast
The Power Hour
The Power Hour is Optometry’s longest-running show. With millions of listens, it’s a must-subscribe for optometric community members. The show regularly features content around industry news, innovation, growth strategies and leadership development. The show is backed by The Power Practice, a consulting and coaching powerhouse dedicated to supporting independent optometry. The Power Practice offers support for practice owners looking to grow financially, increase their free time, and gain confidence in their decision making.
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Are you ready for ICD 10 and Meaningful Use 2?
Guest: Dr. Ian Lane Are you prepared? Industry expert Dr. Ian Lane tells you all you need to know...
When is the right time to hire a consultant for your practice?
What should you look for in a consultant and how does their program work? MVP athletes use...
Buying Groups and Doctor Alliances Square off
The eight biggest doctor alliances and buying groups join the show and discuss the unique benefits...
The Sunshine Act
If a sales rep leaves behind a pen or post-it notes on Monday, and for whatever reason you start...
Vitamin Battle!
Guest: Zeavision, Macuhealth and Dr. Jerry Sherman On this show, Zeavision, Macuhealth and Dr....
Is Optometry Going to the Dogs?
Guest: Clint Lewis, President of Zoetis Clint Lewis, President of Zoetis joins the show and...
EyeFinity on The Power Hour this week!
Guest: Steve Baker, President of EyeFinity and Dr. Ryan Wineinger, OD Discussion includes the...
LIVE FROM VISION EXPO WEST!!!!!
Special guests are new OD's, students, married OD's, and special industry guests from Essilor, VSP...
Dr. Art Epstein joins the Power Hour!
Guest: Art Epstein, OD, FAAO Art is well known as an expert clinician, speaker and writer as well...
The Best Way to Get Sued
Guest: Craig Steinberg, OD, JD Are you liable if a patient refuses dilation? What's the best way...
Why do female OD’s make less than their male OD counterparts?
Guest: Maureen Cavanagh, President of Nassau Lens Are male OD's greater risk takers than female...
Innovations in Contact Lenses
Guest: Dr. Lynn Winterton Google glass in a contact lens? Accommodating contact lenses for...
EyeMed’s New Business Model
Guest: John Lahr, OD, Liz DiGiandomenico (President) and Greg Hare EyeMed's John Lahr, OD, Liz...
WellPoint/1-800-Contacts
Guest: Richard Hom, OD and Jeff Spahr, Vision Services President Richard Hom, OD, and Vision...
Think About Your Eyes
Think About Your Eyes - it's the biggest consumer campaign in eye care. Should you be a part of...
The HIPAA Police really ARE coming!
Guest: Susan Orr The HIPAA Police really ARE coming! Healthcare attorney Susan Orr joins the show...
Learn how to make your office green
Guest: Pierre Fay, CEO of MODO CEO of MODO frames, Pierre Fay, discusses techniques you can use to...
Avoid violating copyright laws
Guest: Jim Astrachan If you have any pictures on your website or Facebook page, you HAVE to listen...
NFL Coach Bill Davis
Guest: Coach Bill Davis NFL Coach, Bill Davis, Defensive Coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles...
Second Pair Sales Secrets
Gary shares his secrets for selling second pairs of glasses to 30% of your patients - with NO...
Cloud Based EHR
Guest: Dr. Kim Castleberry and Dr. Lorie Lippiatt Cloud EHR and tech experts, Drs. Kim Castleberry...
Dr. Jerome Sherman on the Power Hour
Guest: Dr. Jerome Sherman Dr. Jerome Sherman joins the show and talks about OCT's, VEP's, ERG's,...
Jim Murphy, Alcon Vice President, General Manager, US Vision Care Division on the show!
Guest: Jim Murphy, Alcon Vice President, General Manager, US Vision Care Division What are contact...
“Open Mic Night”
What's the difference between a satisfied patient and a loyal one? Find out on "Open Mic Night" -...
Andrea Dorigo, president of Luxottica Wholesale (frames) North America, on the Power Hour.
Guest: Andrea Dorigo, president of Luxottica Wholesale (frames) North America Andrea Dorigo,...
AllAboutVision.com
Guest: Ron Walker, AllAboutVision.com co-Founder AllAboutVision.com co-founder Ron Walker talks...
Walt Mayo, OD and Computer Guru on the Show.
Guest: Walt Mayo, OD Walt Mayo, OD and computer guru joins the show. He discusses operating...
RevolutionEHR and Crystal Practice Management discuss meaningful use, cloud vs. server based software.
RevolutionEHR and Crystal Practice Management discuss meaningful use, cloud vs. server based...
Matt Geller, Founder of OptometryStudents.com
Matt Geller, a fourth year SUNY Optometry student joins the show. Matt is the founder...
Live from the Vision Source Exchange!
Learn about Obamacare, ACA's, and ACO's during this live broadcast from the Vision Source...
Professor Brien Holden calls in from Australia.
Guest: Professor Brien Holden Professor Brien Holden joins the show calling in live from...
Why don’t more docs do VT?
Guest: Dr. Barry Tannen Barry Tannen, OD, FCOVD has a huge and wildly profitable VT practice in...
Trends and Challenges affecting OD practices.
Guest: Marge Axelrad, Vision Monday Marge Axelrad from Vision Monday joins the show! As an editor...
Are OD’s falling behind MD’s in benefiting from healthcare reform?
Guest: Alistair Jackson, Larry Alexander, OD Join well known educator Larry Alexander, OD and...
Billing and Coding with Dr. Alan Homestead
Guest: Dr. Alan Homestead Dr. Alan Homestead, the Yoda of optometric billing and coding, discusses...
LIVE from Vision Expo East!
Guest: Dr. Howard Purcell, Bob Schultz Bob Schultz from Vision One Credit Union and Dr. Howard...
Navigate the online world
Guest: Jason Daniels SEO, SMO, Web 2.0, Google +, Google Place, Facebook, Pinterest, Yelp - it's...
John Wolske, Cultural Evangelist from Zappos joins the show
Guest: John Wolske, Zappos Known for their unique approach to customer service and being a great...
Family Owned ClearVision Optical President on the show
Guest: David Friedfeld, President of ClearVision Optical David Friedfeld, the president of...
Glenn Ellisor, OD the founder of Vision Source and Walt West, OD join The Power Hour!
Guest: Glenn Ellisor, OD and Walt West, OD Glenn Ellisor, OD the founder of Vision Source and Walt...
Stay Profitable and Competitive
Guest: Angel Alvarez, CEO of ABB Optical Group Industry veteran and special guest, Angel Alvarez,...
Great discussion from 4patientcare and DemandForce
How does your practice confirm appointments, reach out to patients for things like recall and...
Can a practice survive without vision care plans?
Guest: Cary Herzberg, OD Can a practice survive without vision care plans? Cary Herzberg, OD,...
VSP Vision Care President on the show
Guest: Jim McGrann, VSP President The President of VSP Vision Care, Jim McGrann, joins us and...
Social Media Experts
Guest: Dr. Alan Glazier, Dr. Nathan Bonilla–Warford, and Dr. Justin Bazan Drs. Alan Glazier,...
Blow up the Benchmarks
Shake things up for the new year. Gary Gerber discusses his 5 top ways to positively disrupt the...
Dean Butler, LensCrafters Founder on the show
Guest: Dean Butler, LensCrafters Founder LensCrafters founder, Dean Butler discusses the history...
Buying Group or Doctor Alliance? Which is better for your practice?
Guest: Mark Feder, OD and Michael Block, President, Block Buying Group Buying Group or Doctor...
Howard Purcell, SVP at Essilor on the show
Guest: Howard Purcell, OD Howard Purcell, OD, Senior VP at Essilor, shares his thoughts about the...
An eye exam from a kiosk?
Guest: Bob Foster, CEO and Founder of SoloHealth Bart Foster, CEO & Founder of SoloHealth is...
"Self-improvement is the hallmark of true leadership. The richness of dialogue is where we find the opportunity and potential for growth. My commitment for the Power Hour is to curate conversations that are not only compelling but also profoundly transformative, aimed at fueling your journey towards self-enhancement."
Eugene Shatsman, Practice Marketing Strategist and Power Hour Show Host