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Episodes

March 13, 2020

11. Empowering Women with Dr. Rizwana Hussaindeen

In this fun chat with one of the most inspiring women of Indian optometry Dr. Rizwana Husiandeen we talk about her story of success. Being the first Indian Optometrist awarded with the prestigious- Diplomate of American Aca...

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Feb. 24, 2020

10. Across the Border with Dr. Vinod Maseedupally from Australia

Known of its beaches, exotic animals and warm weather, its interesting to learn more about the optometry practice in this amazing continent Australia. In this episode of Across the Border- Australia we discuss the optometry j...

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Feb. 4, 2020

9. Public Health Insights with Dr. Kovin Naidoo

"Be the change you wish to see in the world" - Mahatma Gandhi. In this episode of the series "Public Health Insights", I had an opportunity to chat with one of the most inspiring leaders in the field of Optometry, Dr. Kovin ...

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Jan. 12, 2020

8. The Idea behind Nerdy Optometrist - Ukti Vora

This episode is a snapshot about my journey so for far and the idea behind this podcast channel. I also share a glimpse about my plans in 2020 and a special announcement for all the listeners. Support the show (https://www.pa...

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Jan. 1, 2020

7. EyeInnovate 2019 - A closer look

For the last episode of 2019, we have a special guest to wrap up the year. It is a privilege to have the CEO and Co-Founder of 4ECPs, Ms. Trudi Charest, as a guest for the podcast. Trudi is a well known speaker, eye care busi...

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Nov. 11, 2019

6. Across the Border with Dr. Arijit Chakraborty from Canada and USA …

While looking for an inspirational Indian Optometrist across the border for my podcast series, I was luckily introduced to Dr. Arijit Chakraborty who I like to call as a "Global Optometrist". While working in a different coun...

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Oct. 17, 2019

5. In conversation with John Swallow from Webineyes

"Experience is the best teacher" our guest for this podcast is not only a teacher but a professional with more than 35 years of experience. Mr. John Swallow is the CEO and Co-founder of "Webineyes" a virtual learning portal t...

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Sept. 29, 2019

4. Across the Border with Fakhruddin Barodawala from Malaysia

Famous for its Petronas and Twin Towers, Malaysia has a lot to offer in the field of Optometry as well. In conversation with our guest Optom. Fakhruddin Barodawala, we engage in learning more about his journey from India to M...

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Sept. 23, 2019

3. Across the Border with Chirag Gajjar from Italy

While pursuing your dreams can be overwhelming, the end result is always magical. In this episode of 'Across the Border' series, Optometrist Chirag Gajjar shares his interesting journey from being a successful optometrist to ...

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Sept. 22, 2019

2. My opinions / insights on Indian Optometry

With about 450 million people needing vision correction, uncorrected refractive error accounts for over 50% of vision impairment in India. Optometry is yet an unregulated profession. Defocus Media and Corporate Optometry Nati...

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Sept. 20, 2019

1. Across the Border with Dr. Stuti Misra from New Zealand

In this fun chat with Optom. Ukti Vora, Dr Stuti Misra discusses her journey from undergrad to doctoral degree to working in academia in New Zealand. Stuti aims to guide optometry students (based in India or elsewhere) intere...

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