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Dr. Howard Ketelson on the SYSTANE® Product Family of Artificial Tears

In this ODwire TV episode, we speak with Howard Ketelson, PhD, former Head of Dry Eye Care Ideation and Innovation at Alcon, and now life sciences expert at PA Consulting.

We discuss his involvement in the development of the SYSTANE® Product Family of Artificial Tears. (He was one of the scientists at Alcon responsible for its development; it is always fun to speak to ‘insiders’ who can give us some insight as to how and why product were developed!)

We also turn our attention to the latest product in the family, SYSTANE® COMPLETE PF, a preservative-free formulation, and discuss its benefits and how it is different from other drops.

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TOTAL30® Contact Lens with Drs. Erich Bauman and Jessica Crooker

In this ODwire TV episode, we discuss the TOTAL30® contact lens, including the science and technology behind the lens, how to use it in clinical practice, and why reusable lenses are still important in 2022.

Today’s guests are Dr. Jessica Crooker and Dr. Erich Bauman.

Ask any follow-up questions about the lens in this discussion thread.

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Sean Clark on Alcon’s New TOTAL30 Contact Lens

In this quick video,

We catch up with Sean Clark, Alcon’s General Manager of US Vision Care to discuss the brand new TOTAL30 lens

This is Alcon’s first monthly lens with water gradient technology, and one that people have been waiting for quite a while! We review availability, pricing, and the most suitable patient demographics for the new lens.

Discuss here:
https://www.odwire.org/community/threads/total30-the-first-and-only-monthly-water-gradient-lens.146777/

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Dr. Francis Mah on Ocular Allergy, Pataday, and OTC Treatments

In this ODwire.org TV episode, we catch up with Francis Mah, MD, the Director of Cornea & External Disease at Scripps Clinic Medical Group in La Jolla, Ca.

The topic: Ocular allergy and the Pataday family of OTC Olopatadine, now available in a variety of concentrations and dosing schedules.

Please leave any questions for Dr. Mah (and add to the conversation about allergy and OTC treatements!) in this thread.

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Dr. Erich Bauman on PRECISION1^® for Astigmatism

In this ODwire TV episode, we speak with Dr. Erich Bauman, a Senior Director & Head of Next Generation Technology at Alcon, about PRECISION1^® for Astigmatism.

Learn about the design of the lens, and how to integrate it into your practice.

Discuss the video in this thread (if you’ve got any questions for Dr. Bauman about the development of the lens, fire away here!)

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Dr. Laura Periman: Dry Eye Bedtime Story: Sweet Dreams or Nightmares?

From the CEwire2021 Livestream — Laura Periman, MD talks about her lecture “Dry Eye Bedtime Story: Sweet Dreams or Nightmares“.

She also discusses the “Whole 30” diet plan that helps her patients determine food sensitivity, which can contribute to dry eye issues.

CEwire2021: 64 LIVE COPE-Approved Credits & Also available On Demand! Join us! Next live event is on April 25 & 26.

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ISVA 2021: On TheraSpecs blue blocking tech with Gloria Perez

From the International Sports Vision Association 2021 virtual meeting, we speak with Gloria Perez on what makes TheraSpecs blue blocking technology different from other products on the market.

https://www.isva2021.com

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ISVA 2021: RightEye CEO Adam Gross on Eye Tracking & Athletic Performance

In this clip from the ISVA 2021 Virtual Conference, we speak with Adam Gross, the Co-Founder and CEO of RightEye on their eye tracking technology, and how it helps athletes improve their dynamic vision.

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Dr. Art Epstein on MGD and why “Dry Eye” is an Antiquated Term!

In this InSight Studio interview, we speak with Dr. Art Epstein on Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, and why “Dry Eye” is an Antiquated term. He hits on some of the big issues in ocular surface disease today, including:

* Will meibography become a standard of care?
* The current crop of OSD treatments
* Whether meibomian gland clearance is necessary to treat the underlying condition

Watch the video & weigh in!

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Dr. Carrie Alfieri’s Top Staffing Tips!

Practice management expert – and Best Practices Winner – Dr. Carrie Alfieri gives us top tips on staffing the optometric office.

We discuss:

* How to develop and use a set of “core values” that underlie your staff development
* The methodology to use when going through the recruitment and hiring process
* How to communicate with your staff to keep them motivated and engaged – including the use of vision boards and the Fish Philosophy!

Interested in becoming a Best Practice? Apply today!

Leave any comments or questions for Dr. Alfieri in this thread.

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