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  News Briefs Archive

  Essilor of America Announces New ECP University Web Site

  July 1, 2015: ECP University (ECPU), an educational solution designed to develop best practices and deliver growth through in-person, online and distance...

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  Finances

  The Value of Having a Mentor in Optometry

  By Jennifer Jabaley, ODJuly 1, 2015Experience is a valuable tool. It can’t be purchased or taught. But if you’re lucky, you’ll find...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Be an Effective Change Maker in the Practice

  June 24, 2015: Laurie L. Sorrenson, OD, FAAO, owner of Lakeline Vision Source, in Cedar Park, Texas, believes that making change happen...

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  Globalization of Eyecare: Good for Humanity, Bad for U.S. ECPs?

  By Brian Chou, OD, FAAOand Jerome Legerton, OD, MS, MBA, FAAOJune 24, 2015Eyecare is globalizing. Do you know how to use it...

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  Doctor Patient Relations

  Prescribe from the Exam Room–With Help from Patient Financing

  By Dave Anderson, ODJuly 22, 2015Your professional voice carries weight when you prescribe eyewear from the exam room. When you mention the...

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  Finances

  Protect Patients’ Eyes in a Natural Disaster: Plan Ahead, Help in a Crisis

  By Thuy-Lan Nguyen, ODJune 24, 2015An OD can play a central role in preserving sight when disaster strikes. Learn how to prepare...

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  Finances

  Expense Sharing: Lessen Overhead, Build Your Practice

  By Peter G. Shaw-McMinn, ODJune 10, 2015Sharing expenses with another optometrists gives you a chance to lessen your overhead, and free up...

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  Finances

  What Do Patients Think of You? Hint: There’s Room for Improvement

  By Diane Palombi, ODJune 3, 2015Do you know what your patients think of you? It's worth asking friends what they think of...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Practical Steps: Three Practice Builders

  May 27, 2015: Three simple steps that you can take in your practice to increase revenue and profitability.   

• Finances

  Why is It Hard to Admit–and Learn From–Mistakes?

  By Brian Chou, OD, FAAOMay 20, 2015Are you able to admit clinical mistakes--and learn from them?   

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  Medical Model

  Scribes: Give Patients Your Full Attention & Improve Work Flow

  Scribes can create a smoother, more effective exam.

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  Finances

  Revenue Before Cost: Focus on Revenue-Generation, Not Cost-Cutting

  By Ken Krivacic, OD, MBAMay 27, 2015Investing in revenue-producing practice enhancements leads to profitability more than focusing on keeping costs down.     

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  News Briefs Archive

  New Business Analysis Tool: EDGE FOCUS

  May 6, 2015: GPN, an eyecare business management company, announced EDGE “Focus," a new “quick look” addition to its analysis tool, The...

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  Finances

  Eight Ways to Compete with Warby Parker

  Jan. 4, 2017: Beat the competition.

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  Finances

  Small-Town OD: Added Pressure, Added Reward

  By Jennifer Jabaley, ODMay 6, 2015Practicing in a small town can be a rewarding experience--if you're prepared for the unique challenges of...

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  Doctor Patient Relations

  On-Call Doctor Service: Address Medical Eyecare Emergencies

  By Tina McCarty, OD, FAAOMay 6, 2015Providing a 24-hour, seven-day, on-call doctor service tells patients that you're the place to turn for...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Communicating Effectively with Patients

  April 22, 2015: Two practice owners discuss how they use electronic communications to differentiate their practices, and, in fact, raise the level...

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  Finances

  Purchase An Established Practice–and Grow It

  By Dave Anderson, ODApril 22, 2015Purchasing a long-established practice offers local name recognition and a ready-made patient base. Leverage these pluses in...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Accelerate Practice Growth Through Peer Groups

  April 8, 2015: Grow your practice faster, and avoid pitfalls, with proven strategies from peer business groups. For best results, implement one...

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  Practice Metrics

  The State of the Optometric Profession: Technology

  April 15, 2015: High-tech instrumentation enables quicker diagnosis and management of ocular disorders. Read this excerpt from a major report on optometry’s...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Create a Unique Practice with Independent Brands

  April 1, 2015: Featuring all independent frame lines, and adding an art gallery to your office, can set your practice apart from...

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  Finding Your Flow: Is Optometry Fulfilling?

  By Brian Chou, OD, FAAOApril 8, 2015How fulfilling is optometry for you? Re-thinking and revising your work flow may be the key...

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  Finances

  Better Before Cheaper: Profit in Investing in Quality

  By Ken Krivacic, OD, MBAApril 15, 2015Improving quality and patient satisfaction—and not just cutting costs--is the best route to practice profitability. Three...

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  Finances

  Six ROI Winners for Your Practice

  By Laurie Sorrenson, OD, FAAOApril 15, 2015Which investments have made the greatest difference to your profitability? Here are six that produced great...

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  Practice Metrics

  The State of the Optometric Profession: Supply of ODs

  March 25, 2015: The State of the Optometric Profession report points to more ODs in a competitive marketplace—and more growth opportunities. See...

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  News Briefs Archive

  ROB Presents: “Closing the Gap Between Cost & Care” at Vision Expo

  March 4, 2015: “Closing the Gap Between Cost & Care” is the theme for a lunch’n’learn event to be held at Vision...

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  Medical Model

  Medical Model: Managing the Revenue Cycle

  By Jerry Godwin, MBA, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsMarch 18, 2015Cash flow is the lifeblood of a healthy practice. Track it, spot problems,...