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|Videos|August 9, 2021
How Eyeris helps ODs compete against disruptors
Author(s)Jeffrey Sonsino, OD, FAAO
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Jeff Sonsino, OD, FAAO, explains the basis of Eyeris, a contact lens company he founded with entrepreneur Andy Barrow. Eyeris aims to help ODs compete against disruptive competitors while respecting the doctor-patient relationship. Sonsino is cofounder and chief medical officer at Eyeris.
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Diana Canto-Sims, OD, introduces the second guest of Season 2, Raphael Rostenne, who will be discussing AI-assisted front desk management.
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