Q7: How do we measure OPD ROI and monetize the advanced diagnostic test regimen?   From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com

Q6: How do you manage patient expectations and IOL selection?   From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com

Q5: How do we characterize and localize Astigmatisms within the optical pathway?   From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com

Q4: How do you identify OSD in patients, and what measures are required before proceeding with surgery?   From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com/

Q3: What are the multi-function benefits of using an integrated Wavefront Aberrometer, registered on the patient's optical center?   From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com/

What wavefront data do you use to select EDOF IOLs for patients? From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com/

How does data from Angles Alpha & Kappa, Corneal SA, Coma, pupil size, and Corneal vs. Lenticular Astigmatism improve your premium IOL selections and outcomes? From the Marco Power Forum III, New Orleans, LA  with: Larry Patterson, MD Mitch Jackson, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Neda Shamie, MD Toby Tyson, MD   For more visit https://marco.com/

In this episode of Critical Issues in EyeCare Nate Bonilla-warfor, OD talks with John Scibal, OD, CBA about retirement planning.  About John Scibal, OD, CBA: Dr. John R. Scibal's career is focused in both optometry business appraising and management consulting. He is fully certified by the Institute of Business Appraisers (CBA). While working as a practicing optometrist for 25 years, Dr. Scibal developed one of the largest and most successful independent optometric practices in North Carolina. A veteran lecturer throughout the U.S., Dr. Scibal is also a prolific author who has written extensively on a wide range of practice management topics. In addition, he provides consulting services for contact lens and medical software companies.   Q: When is the right time to think about retirement? A: Right now!   No matter what stage you are in your career, you can prepare for retirement.  Retirement in 20 years: Watch the metrics! Especially net revenue Grow the practice - $800,000 Have an associate doctor early Don't neglect optical Culture of customer service Weekly Staff meetings Consider specialty services Retirement 3 to 5 years away: Things to watch: Steady revenue Curb appeal Invest in technology  Time of sale Use an unbiased consultant to limit emotional involvement Get an appraisal What to do afterward? Stay on or not? Stay on for no more than a year Often comes down to financial constraints of practice and selling doctor

** This is the second episode of a 3-part series featuring the Marco Power Forum. **  This is the audio from the the Marco Power Forum 2, recorded at the Bevelo Gas Lantern Gallery meeting 2013 in New Orleans.  The topic is Optimizing Surgical Outcomes with Refractive Wavefront Technology. Participants in the Marco Power Forum 1 were: Larry Patterson, MD - Moderator James J. Salz, MD Cynthia Matossian, MD Mitchell A. Jackson, MD (Co-host of Critical Issues) Jonathan D. Solomon, MD Farrell "Toby" Tyson, MD JC Noreika, MD You can watch the video the event here at Marco.com at the X-Fracton page: https://marco.com/products/xfraction-process/opd-scan-iii-wavefront-aberrometer/ The audio from the Power Forum 2 will be posted soon. 

** This is the first episode of a 3-part series featuring the Marco Power Forum. **  This is the audio from the the Marco Power Forum 1, recorded at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting 2011 in Orlando.  The topic is Optimizing Surgical Outcomes with Refractive Wavefront Technology. Participants in the Marco Power Forum 1 were: Larry Patterson, MD - Moderator Arturo Chayet, MD Damien Gatinel, MD Mitchell A. Jackson, MD (Co-host of Critical Issues) Jonathan D. Solomon, MD Kerry D. Solomon, MD Farrell "Toby" Tyson, MD Paolo Vinciguerra, MD You can watch the video the event here at Marco.com at the X-Fracton page: https://marco.com/products/xfraction-process/opd-scan-iii-wavefront-aberrometer/ A full transcript of the Marco Power Forum 1 can be found: https://marco.com/media/1646/optimizing_powerforum.pdf The audio from the Power Forum 2 will be posted soon.