I designed my practice with the ultimate goal to be a destination optical. Opening cold in October 2013, Dr. Courtney Dryer has developed a niche practice with great success in boutique eye wear. Dr. Dryer has written extensively on how new practice owners can replicate her success by creating an attractive optical …

In this article, I hope to shed light on some possible non-clinical careers for Optometrists. For some, a mix of clinical and non-clinical work may be preferable, for others, a full non-clinical commitment may be ideal. Hopefully, this article may provide some guidance or shed light on possible avenues to …

As someone who effectively lost their job when a practice closed, I’ve had a great learning experience in knowing where to look for optometry jobs, and what to look for in new career opportunities. Only a year and a half out of school, I’ve learned a lot of lessons out …

This is a sponsored post by Essilor of America, a supporter of NewGradOptometry & new graduate optometrists! 😎  Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at one of the largest companies in the ophthalmic industry? Pete Hanlin, Director of Technical Marketing at Essilor, was gracious enough to share with us his perspective …

This past November I went to the American Academy of Optometry meeting in Denver, CO. Of course I brought the video camera (as always) and decided to capture something a little different – residents! I interviewed a few of them about their experience, their Allergan travel grants and what it …

I have filmed several short documentaries for various optometry groups and companies, but COVD takes the crown for being the most passionate group. Never have I seen a more tight knit group of optometrists whose values are to support one another. It makes me ask the question – why can’t more optometry …

At the 2014 Vision Expo West, we had a chance to spend some quality time with the folks over at Allergan and the Allergan Optometry Jumpstart Team. What an awesome group of people who work everyday with optometry in mind. Dave Gibson and Carey Reynolds, just to name a few, are …

Mile Brujic and Dave Kading are awesome guys. I have known them for only about a year and they never cease to blow my mind. In fact, Mile was completely responsible for helping me to find my first optometry job with Dr. Eric White. When at Vision Expo West I …

I am lucky to have such a phenomenal mentor and employer. That’s right! I have the pleasure of working for Dr. Eric White of Complete Family Vision Care in San Diego. During our first year in practice together he has taught me about doctor driven dispensing. This little piece of advice …