Monthly Archives: March 2017
Insist on Quality
By Julie Dolven, OD—At James Eyecare & Optical Gallery we strive to put the patient first in every decision made in the practice.
Tear Down the Wall
Leverage Technology to Improve the Patient Experience and Boost the Bottom Line
Patricia Poma-Nowinski, OD, FCOVD, of Birmingham Vision Care in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, calls herself a stickler for a schedule.
How Do You Manage Your Patient Relationships?
There was a time, about two years ago, that the staff at the Goldthwaite, Texas, office of Melanie Bartek, OD, FCOVD, would spend time every month putting labels on recall postcards and waiting for the phone to ring from people confirming their appointments.
OD Develops Leadership Skills as Chair of Clinical Panel
When Grace Kim, OD, joined National Vision Inc. 17 years ago, she was initially attracted to the job stability provided. She has stayed because of the research.
Provide Fast Access to Eye Care and Eyewear
Brenda Montecalvo, OD, planned to specialize in optometric vision therapy (VT) when she was opening her cold-start practice about 26 years ago. “VT comes with a pretty big price tag,” Dr. Montecalvo says.
OD Prepares for Next Phase of Growth
Rebecca Schoonover, OD, of Peckville, Pennsylvania, had both experience and support when she began practicing optometry.
“I Was Lucky to Have Great Mentors”
Talk about being the right person at the right time and place. Kristin O’Brien, OD, of Denver, Colorado, in 2013 became the solo OD at a practice started by Mark Wahlmeier, OD, who has five Vision Source® practices in Kansas, and Seth Thibault, OD…
Focused on Professional Care and Convenience
Casey Hogan, OD, FAAO, has been treating patients for symptoms of dry eye for many years at her practice, Advanced Eyecare Professionals in Oak Lawn, Illinois.
