Tag: Diversity

Top 10 Optometry Podcasts for Eye Care in 2023. Defocus Media Optometry Podcast network host the best optometry podcasts for eye care professionals.

What is the future of optometry? What is the future of ophthalmology? What is the future of eye care? The future of eye care is likely to be shaped by several factors, including advancements in technology, changes in healthcare systems, evolving patient needs, and healthcare on demand. In this episode, Dr. Richard Edlow shares some potential trends and developments that could shape the future of eye care.

Black EyeCare Perspective has named Dr. Essence Johnson as the first Executive Director of the non-profit.  Dr. Johnson has served as the organization's Chief Visionary Officer and co-advises the Black EyeCare Perspective Pre-Optometry Club.  Dr. Johnson, who assumed her new role at the start of the new year, will manage the day-to-day operations for Black EyeCare Perspective, who has impacted the eyecare profession by creating new avenues to recruit, engage and influence the next generation of eyecare professionals .

Transitions Optical has developed a presentation template for industry professionals to educate students about a career in the optical industry. The presentation was created in collaboration with the Transitions Diversity Advisory Board to help inspire and foster a more diverse pipeline of future optical industry professionals.

Luxury Optical Holdings (LOH) has hired Tarrence Lackran for a newly created position, VP, Community Relations – Diversity & Inclusion. In his new role, Tarrence will focus his attention on championing and implementing initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion at LOH through recruiting, collaboration, product design, and strategic partnerships

Join Drs. Darryl Glover and Howard Purcell as they dive deep into Diversity at the New England College of Optometry.