Welcome to the NextGen OD Section of Eye Care Business Canada!
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We’ve created this new space with content specifically for recent Optometry grads in their first few years of practice and Canadian Optometry Students studying in Canada or USA.
Optometry Practice Strategies Series Returns This Fall with New Business-Focused Webinars
The Optometry Practice Strategies Series returns this fall with four new webinars addressing practice valuation, AI, acquisition financing and tax planning, along with a confidential survey exploring the financial and tax resource needs of Canadian optometrists.
From First Job to Financial Freedom: A Free Guide for Optometry Career Planning
Dr. Alan Glazier’s new book, Making Money in Optometry, is now available as a free download. Written with students and early-career ODs offering a practical looks at career paths, and long-term financial planning.
Episode 16: Rural Group Practice – Dr. Zach Turner on Life After Graduation
Future Focus hosts, welcome Dr. Zach Turner on Next Gen OD Episode 16: He shares his job search strategy and how he changed focus from Ontario to Saskatchewan and found success in a small group practice.
Episode 15: Board Exam Prep: Real Talk with Dr. Adam Reid
Dr. Reid shares practical advice for optometry students preparing for the NBEO and OEBC board exams. Listen now for honest, battle-tested tips on surviving board exams.
Business Series Launches with Free COPE Course on Social Media
OD Practice Strategy Series launches on June 24 with Dr. Alexa Hecht’s COPE-qualified course, “Social Media as Patient Education in Optometry: “.
Episode 14: Dr. Audrey Li on Landing Your First Job
Future Focus hosts, welcome Dr. Audrey Li on Next Gen OD Episode 14: job search tips, advice for new grads and how she ended up in rural BC from Toronto.
Explore More NextGen OD
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Career Options
Explore the career options available to new ODs - everything from tips on a greenfield independent startup to franchising opportunities, at any stage of your career.
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Future Focus Podcast
Future Focus NextGEN OD podcast delves into a wide range of topics that matter most to optometry students and young ODs, including career paths, job opportunities, board exam prep and other timely subjects.
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PathFinders
Outstanding new ODs are forging their path after graduation. Gain insights from their experiences shared here.
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Perspectives
Young leaders sharing their point of view, helping to shape the future of the profession.
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Sponsors
NextGen OD sponsors help make this resource possible. Industry partnerships are vital to a thriving profession. Take a few minutes to view their contributions, offers and insights.
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