Try Not To Blink
Try Not To Blink is a podcast about the ups and downs, ins and outs, news, tips and tricks of those who live the optometry lifestyle.
Episodes
309 episodes
Mr. President
Join us for an insightful episode of Try Not 2 Blink! Today, Sheila will begin the show with an engaging recap of her recent experience at Vision Expo, where she discovered the latest advancements in spectacles, gained valuable insights on the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 303
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55:10
Ain't No VooDoo Science
Join Roya and Sheila in this exciting episode as they explore the latest market trends in Optometry and delve into the reasons behind the growing trend of patients ordering their glasses and contacts online, along with strategies to effectively...
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Season 1
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Episode 302
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1:06:06
Build Your Story
Welcome to this week's episode of *Try Not 2 Blink*. Join Roya and Sheila as they celebrate Sheila's birthday by sharing touching eye related poetry, followed by an insightful review of recent research on the benefits of supplements for eye hea...
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Season 1
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Episode 301
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58:10
300th Episode
Join us for a monumental milestone as we celebrate the 300th episode of Try Not 2 Blink! In this special episode, hosts Roya and Sheila start by sharing engaging insights on podcast listener loyalty, intriguing statistics, and essential tips fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 300
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1:03:54
MIGS and Co-Management
Welcome to this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink. In today's discussion, Roya and Sheila explore the importance of social media in their practice, including the investment of time necessary to create impactful content. We also br...
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Season 1
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Episode 299
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58:08
Advocate for our Patients, Big and Small
In this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila start by sharing one of Time's Best innovations of 2023, a binocular digital therapy product that may replace the patch! Luminopia is a treatment for amblyopia. Discover how this ...
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Season 1
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Episode 298
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1:03:23
Glaucoma… Who Gets It!?
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, the podcast where your curiosity drives our conversation! In this episode, we respond to a listener's inquiry regarding innovative solutions for fitting lenses over irregular corneas. Join Roya and Sheila as they bre...
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Season 1
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Episode 297
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53:32
Influencing Optometry
Join Roya and Sheila on this episode of "Try Not 2 Blink" as they explore the latest advancements in in-office dry eye diagnostic tools, which have been making headlines recently. They will share their clinical insights on effectively implement...
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Season 1
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Episode 296
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57:24
Lid Wellness: Clean, Calm & Protect
This week on Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila reintroduce their acclaimed segment, the SLPOD (Scleral Lens Pearl of The Day), where they discuss the potentially harmful preservatives present in some widely used makeup brands, shedding lig...
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Season 1
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Episode 295
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1:03:44
Leverage Your Impact
Welcome to the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink. In today's discussion, hosts Roya and Sheila will share recently published research in retinal ophthalmology. They will review the good, bad, and ugly and how it relates to clinical care. Among ...
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Season 1
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Episode 294
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53:10
The Big Bad Bleb
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week, Roya and Sheila discuss the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest advancements by attending conferences. Then, they discuss the complexities of treating patients with a history of g...
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Season 1
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Episode 293
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46:44
Say Yes To Everything
On this week's Try Not 2 Blink episode, our hosts Roya and Sheila begin by breaking down two interesting patient cases. Sheila shares her experience treating a young patient with progressive myopia, exploring treatment options and consideration...
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Season 1
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Episode 292
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1:01:06
Keratoconus 1-2-3
In this latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, we're excited to welcome back Dr. John D. Gelles, a renowned expert in keratoconus treatment, to share his extensive knowledge with us. He'll provide updates on the latest advancements in HOA lenses, o...
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Season 1
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Episode 291
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1:05:23
Problem? Meet Solution.
Join us on this Try Not to Blink episode as Roya and Sheila kick off the conversation by discussing life upgrades, including one of the best inventions in 2023. Share your own life upgrades by sending us a message; we would love to hear them.&n...
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Season 1
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Episode 290
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52:56
Tiny But Mighty
Welcome to Try Not To Blink; in this episode, Roya and Sheila share the latest advancements in eyewear technology, specifically the revolutionary Rayban Meta AI sunglasses. Listen as Sheila shares her hands-on experience with these cutting-...
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Season 1
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Episode 289
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56:04
In My GP Era
On today's Try Not to Blink episode, Roya and Sheila will kick it off with the Cliffs/Coles Notes on corneal topographers. Sheila will provide valuable insight on scanning and essential things to remember when selecting a map. She will provide ...
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Season 1
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Episode 288
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1:03:23
The Complexities of Making a GP
On Try Not 2 Blink, you will join Roya and Sheila for the second episode in their series on corneal GP lenses. In this special episode, they connect with Rob Ahern, Director of Operations at Valley Contax, for a unique behind-the-scenes look at...
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Season 1
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Episode 287
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52:22
The Bennett Method
We are pleased to announce the launch of a three-part series on corneal GP lenses, beginning this week on "Try Not to Blink." Our first episode welcomes back the "GP Len...
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Season 1
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Episode 286
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54:45
Overfilled With Lens Knowledge
Join Roya and Sheila on the latest episode of Try Not To Blink as they welcome a special guest, Dr. Jason Jedlicka, a renowned expert in scleral lenses. Before introducing Dr. Jedlicka, Sheila shares her thoughts on her latest spectacle lens br...
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Season 1
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Episode 285
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1:00:21
Historic & Modern Inspo to Scleral Lenses
Welcome to the Try Not 2 Blink Podcast, where Roya and Sheila explore the latest developments and expert insights in contact lenses. In this episode, they dive into the world of bandage contact lenses, discussing their uses, FDA-approved option...
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Season 1
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Episode 284
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54:24
Debunking Eye Myths
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week's show featuring Roya and Sheila. In this episode, they will discuss the neuro adaptation requirements for success with multifocal optics and why it is crucial to prepare patients for the process of their...
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Season 1
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Episode 283
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52:16
A Man of Many Hats Plays This Versus That
On the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila delve into the topic of artificial tears and their efficacy. They share their recommended drops and explain the reasoning behind their choices, as well as present a study that shed...
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Season 1
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Episode 282
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1:01:32
Starting Is The Hardest Part
Join us today on Try Not 2 Blink as Roya and Sheila discuss effectively communicating with and de-escalating situations with angry patients. Roya shares her experience of trying to diffuse a situation with an upset patient in her office.
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Season 1
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Episode 280
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1:03:51
The Secret To Myopia Control
On today’s episode of TN2B Roya and Sheila reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing use of punctal plugs. During the discussion, Sheila introduced a new tapered plug called the SOFT PLUG Extended Duration 180-T from OASIS...
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Season 1
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Episode 281
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1:00:41
It's Giving Undercover Teacher
Join hosts Roya and Sheila on this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink as they bring you the latest updates in the world of eyewear. You won't want to miss out on these exciting advancements, from new technology hitting the market to innovative g...
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Season 1
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Episode 279
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52:47