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Episode Show Notes
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jamie Kuzniar, FAAO, FSLS, a rising star in the specialty lens world and founder of Elevate Eye Care and Eyewear in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Kuzniar shares her incredible journey of launching a cold start practice—and staying profitable every single month since day one.
From building a patient base and referral network to smart staffing and investing in the right technology, Dr. Kuzniar offers actionable advice for anyone looking to start or grow their own eye care practice. We also dive into her work with higher-order aberrations (HOAs), including how she manages complex cases and the surprising source of four HOA referrals in just one month.
Don’t miss this inspiring and info-packed conversation—perfect for both aspiring and seasoned eye care professionals.
Check out the links below for resources mentioned in the episode:
- Elevate Eye Care and Eyewear – https://www.elevateeyemi.com
- iCare Advisors – https://icareadvisors.com
- OVITZ aberrometer – https://www.ovitz.us
- HOA treatment case studies – When Precision Meets Innovation – https://www.eaglet-eye.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Eaglet-Eye-OVITZ-When-Precision-Meets-Innovation.pdf
- International Congress of Scleral Contacts (ICSC) – https://www.icscmeeting.com – Meeting in Charlotte, NC, June 20 and 21, 2025
- Eaglet Eye Website – https://www.eaglet-eye.com
- Virtual demonstration of the Eye Surface Profiler – https://www.eaglet-eye.com/contact
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