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Optometry Practice Management: 10 Strategies for Hiring Great Employees

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When it comes to managing an optometry practice—or any business, for that matter—it’s important you have a team around you that you can trust. After all, you can’t do everything yourself! It’s essential for your practice that you do your due diligence when considering potential new employees. Fortunately, there are some key areas to focus […]

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How to Tell if Sunglasses Are Polarized

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You may think that choosing sunglasses doesn’t matter, but they have features that can make your vision clearer, your eyes more comfortable, and healthier. Some of the most popular and beneficial sunglasses include polarized lenses. They help eliminate glare, filter out harsh light, and come in a variety of styles. If you have a pair […]

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Can You Overuse Eye Drops?

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Eye drops can be an excellent treatment option for people looking to relieve mild eye discomfort. They can be used to help with common conditions like allergies, bacterial infections, dry eye disease, and even glaucoma.  With that in mind, it’s important not to overuse your eye drops and to follow the instructions provided on the […]

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Optometry Practice Appraisal: What Is Your Practice Worth?

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Whether you’re considering bringing a new partner into your optometry practice or getting ready to sell it, you’ll need to know what your practice is worth. But how can you tell? There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer for determining a valuation because each practice is unique. There are multiple methods, such as revenue stream or capitalization […]

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How to Prepare for an Eye Exam

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Eye exams are critical to maintaining eye health. To make the most of the time with your optometrist, preparing for your appointment can ensure you don’t forget essential questions or details to share. Bringing a list of questions, notes, and previous prescriptions can help start your eye exam armed with vital information. What to Bring […]

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How to Manage a Growing Team in Your Optometry Practice

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As an owner of an optometry practice, how you manage your business and a growing team can greatly impact your practice’s success and efficiency. As your team grows, challenges can arise, such as communication breakdowns, confusion about roles and responsibilities, and decreased productivity. It’s essential that leadership effectively manage the growth of the teams to […]

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What Are Gas Permeable Contact Lenses?

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Contact lenses have become a popular alternative to glasses, providing the freedom and convenience of not having to wear glasses all of the time.  With so many different types of contact lenses available, picking the right one can be difficult. Gas-permeable contact lenses, also known as GP lenses, are one option worth considering. These lenses […]

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