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79. Seizing the Moment - An entrepreneurial insight on AI & Eye care with Ehsan Vaghefi

In this episode, we dive into the world of AI in eye care with Ehsan Vangefi, entrepreneur and Associate Professor of Medical Imaging and Artificial Intelligence in Optometry and Ophthalmology at the University of Auckland. W...

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Sept. 2, 2024

79. Seizing the Moment - An entrepreneurial insight on AI & Eye car…

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78. The Science of Seeing with myopia expert Dr. Pavan Verkicharla

Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of myopia researcher Dr. Pavan Verkicharla, a leading scientist at the L V Prasad Eye Institute, India. He has a B.Sc. in Optometry, a PhD from Queensland University of Technol...

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77. Beyond Vision: Transformative Power of Scleral Lenses with Dr. K…

Welcome to today's episode, brought to you by BostonSight, a pioneering nonprofit healthcare organization revolutionizing the treatment of diseased or damaged corneas and dry eye. Since its founding in 1992, BostonSight has l...

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76. Navigating Eyecare to Informatics from India to the USA with Opto…

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75.Medical Maverick : Exploring Pharma Innovation with Dr. Arthur Ch…

Join us in this nerdy episode as we delve into the world of pharmaceuticals and eye care with Arthur, an esteemed professional with over 18 years of experience in the field. With a background in mechanical and biomedical eng...

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74. Vision to Ventures: With Optometry student - Easy Anyama

Welcome to an inspiring conversation with Easy Anyama. In today's episode, we're joined by Easy Anyama, a trailblazer at the intersection of AI and healthcare, transforming eye care through initiatives like ODX Health and Eye...

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About the Host

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Ukti Vora

Founder/ Host/ TrueNerd

Greetings! I'm an Indian optometrist now making waves in sunny California, USA, fueled by a profound passion for eye care and technology. Beyond hosting my podcast, I'm a actively involved in the industry, leading the charge in shaping strategies and pioneering a robust telehealth solution tailored for eye care providers.

Notably, I've clinched prestigious awards, including the Raising Star in 2022 by Vision Monday and the Theia Award for Industry Influencer in 2023 by Women in Optometry, solidifying my status as an industry influencer.

As a seasoned speaker at national and international conferences, I've shared my insights at the Vision Expo West(USA) as an esteemed panelist , featured on top-notch podcasts like Corporate Optometry Nation (USA) and Women in Optometry (USA), Recognized in Eyecare Business magazine (USA), Visionstryt (Africa), and Humans of Optometry (India). Additionally, I'm proud to be an instructor on Gurumed in Africa, offering an exclusive course on Telemedicine: Tips and Tools.

Armed with a Master's degree from Lotus College of Optometry (India), an MBA from California State University - East Bay, and esteemed fellowships in the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) and the Association of Schools and Colleges in Clinical, my commitment to advancing eye care knows no bounds.

Beyond the optometry realm, catch me reveling in the joys of travel, dancing, and diving into gripping murder mysteries. Let's connect and share the excitement for all things eyes! 👓✨