
Digging Deep into Optometry
Episodes

Jun 10, 2026
Jun 10, 2026
15 min
Aaron shares a personal reflection on preparing for the San Diego Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon with his son, Skyler, only to be sidelined by illness days before the race. What began as disappointment became an opportunity to celebrate someone else’s achievement and appreciate the journey that led there. Drawing parallels between marathon training and practice ownership, Aaron explores resilience, perspective, focusing on what you can control, and using setbacks as opportunities to evaluate and strengthen the systems that drive long-term success. This episode is a reflection on leadership, growth, gratitude, and keeping your eyes on the next finish line.
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Jun 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026
43 min
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
56 min
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

May 15, 2026

May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
58 min
Aaron Werner's Podcast: https://wolfevs.podbean.com/e/the-awp-beyond-just-dry-eye-cam360-vs-prokera/
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

May 6, 2026
May 6, 2026
53 min
"Aaron is joined by Mikaela Bolding of Maple Valley Eye Care to discuss how her team increased capture rate from 46% to 60% through intentional preparation, patient color coding, face sheets, team communication, and daily goals. They break down how small systems, consistent language, and patient education can help practices better serve patients while improving optical performance.
Check out the article in Review of Optometric Business: https://reviewob.com/second-pair-sales-start-in-the-exam-room-3-strategies-to-boost-conversions/
Connect with Mikaela:
email: mikaelao@maplevalleyeyecare.com
linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/mikaela-bolding-b365b2196
Instagram: @maplevalleyeyecare or @mikaela_bolding
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Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

May 4, 2026

Apr 27, 2026
Apr 27, 2026
25 min
In this reflection, Aaron shares insights after listening to a conversation between Drs Chris Wolfe and Lisa Greene on contour prism with Neurolens. Drawing from his own experience, he breaks down how integrating binocular vision screening into workflow, especially with newer headset technology, has improved patient education, efficiency, and outcomes. He explores why patients normalize symptoms like headaches and eye strain, how to uncover those issues, and why acting with urgency on functional vision problems is just as important as managing disease.
Episode with Chris and Dr Lisa Greene: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyecode-media/id1449429774?i=1000762343973
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Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision

Apr 21, 2026
Apr 21, 2026
33 min
In this episode, Dr. Tom Nye shares the "origin story" of how he integrated the RETeval into his clinical workflow after a year of hesitation. He explains why he now views ERG as an essential tool for tracking disease progression in patients with glaucoma, AMD, and diabetes. The conversation highlights how this functional testing offers peace of mind to both the doctor and the patient by providing data that standard imaging might miss. Dr. Nye also offers practical advice for colleagues on setting up protocols and overcoming the "new technology" hurdles with staff.
If you are going to The Vision Source Exchange in Nashville, find out more about learning opportunities: https://lkc.com/vision-source/
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
57 min
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For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth

Apr 18, 2026
Apr 18, 2026
17 min
"Aaron reflects on the Vision HQ conversation and shares how his practice uses membership plans to improve patient access while moving away from discounting. He breaks down how their plans are structured, why simplicity matters, and what the real-world results look like including growth, adoption, and patient behavior. This episode offers a practical look at how membership models can strengthen relationships, increase value, and create a more sustainable business model in modern optometry.
Episode with Chris and Renato: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eyecode-media/id1449429774?i=1000761043336
Vision HQ: https://vision-hq.com/
Connect with Aaron:
LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronwerner1/)
Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/aw_visions/)"
For our listeners, use the code 'EYECODEMEDIA22' for 10% off at check out for our Premiere Billing & Coding bundle or our EyeCode Billing & Coding course. Sharpen your billing and coding skills today and leave no money on the table! questions@eyecode-education.com
https://coopervision.com/our-company/news-center/press-release/coopervision-and-aoa-join-forces-launch-myopia-collective
Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts
Show Sponsors: CooperVision MacuHealth"

Apr 16, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
53 min
"Aaron sits down with Dr Walt Whitley, Dr Hardeep Kataria, and Roger Kennedy for a practical discussion on CAM360 vs Prokera, how to identify neurotrophic keratopathy, and why treating the underlying disease, not just the symptoms, can lead to better outcomes for patients with ocular surface disease.
Resources:
BioTissue: https://biotissue.com/
Dr Hardep Kataria: kataria.hardeep@gmail.com, Instagram @dr.hardeep.kataria
Dr Walt Whitley: wowhitley@gmail.com"
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Go to MacuHealth.com and use the coupon code PODCAST2024 at checkout for special discounts Let's Connect! Follow and join the conversation! Instagram: @aaron_werner_vision
