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Episode 015: High-End Care, Low-Income Area with Dr. Ryan Cazares

By 6 January 2026January 7th, 2026Podcast

Episode Show Notes

Let’s travel down to Scott, Louisiana, to visit with Dr. Ryan Cazares of Scott Eye Care.

You may recognize Ryan from his practice management articles in Review of Optometric Business, but his story stands out for one specific reason: location.

Unlike most doctors we interview who rely on affluent neighborhoods for specialty lens growth, Dr. Cazares isn’t in a wealthy area. Yet, he successfully transformed his practice into a booming referral center. In this episode, we explore exactly how he defied the odds and operationalized his clinic for rapid growth in a low-income community.

Fun Fact: Ryan is also a musician! To get us in the mood, we’re kicking things off with a track from his band, Dr. C and the GrisGris, inspired by Louisiana’s rich musical heritage.

Resources:

Scott Eye Care

Ryan’s business case study

Be More Efficient With Productive Systems by Ryan Cazares, OD – article

Contact Eaglet Eye for a virtual demonstration