Tag: Dr. Darryl Glover

Oakley Shield Fusion is a revolutionary direct-bonding prescription technology designed for the Oakley Sutro and Sutro Light. By fusing a prescription lens directly to the back of the shield, it eliminates bulky inserts and visible "plugs," providing a seamless, 110-degree field of vision. This "Stealth RX" solution allows athletes to access over 25 Prizm™ lens tints while maintaining the sleek aesthetic and high-performance grip of the iconic Sutro frame.

Future of optometry: Dr Artis Beatty, Chief Medical Officer of MyEyeDr, discusses private equity, teleoptometry, access to care, and professional identity.

In 2026, the eyecare industry is saturated with digital noise. For Eye Care Professionals (ECPs), the challenge is no longer just being seen, but being trusted. On the latest Defocus Media podcast, Dr. Daryl Glover and Tyler Kemp of Marketing for ECPs break down why traditional "reactive" marketing is failing and how to leverage the new "digital word of mouth".

GLP-1 receptor agonists are gaining attention for a possible connection to vision loss and visual changes as their use rapidly increases in the United States. Medications such as semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) are now used by nearly 6% of U.S. adults for diabetes and weight management, making regular eye exams and monitoring for vision changes increasingly important for patients taking GLP-1 medications.

As optometry moves into 2026, the profession is experiencing one of its most clinically rich and technologically diverse periods in recent memory. Reflecting on...

Mentorship in optometry is one of the most influential forces shaping confident clinicians, strong leaders, and a sustainable future for the profession. Whether you are an experienced optometrist or an optometry student just beginning your journey, meaningful mentorship does not happen by chance—it is built through intention, trust, and follow-through.

Dr. Patel makes a compelling case that practice growth is not a technology problem or a talent problem, but a mindset problem. The conversation moves beyond theory, arguing that without clear belief in personal value, intentional communication in the exam lane, and systems that turn KPIs into daily action, even the most clinically skilled practices will struggle to scale.

Widely recognized as a #1 optometry podcast network, Defocus Media connects with practicing clinicians, industry leaders, and optometry students seeking clarity, education, and inspiration. Each optometrist podcast episode is designed to be approachable yet impactful, offering insights that can be applied in the exam lane, the optical, or beyond.

In this episode of The 2020 Podcast, host Dr. Harbir Sian welcomes leadership consultant Nancy Dewald for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, team effectiveness,...

The topic of low-dose atropine, not FDA-approved, has become one of the most important conversations in pediatric eye care this year, especially as clinicians turn to the STAR Study for clarity on atropine’s role in modern myopia control. The STAR Study is the largest and most ethnically diverse atropine study to date, evaluating 0.01% and 0.03% atropine versus placebo in more than 800 children across three countries.