Blink Collective
Episodes
Blink Collective - Episode 2
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hot takes, real talk, and things we’re actually seeing in clinic 👀From presbyopia drops to remote optometry… are we evolving—or losing someth...
Episode 1
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of Blink Collective, a new podcast platform by Valley Contax designed to spotlight optometry students and early-care...
Magicians, Mathematicians or Scleral Clinicians?
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In today’s episode, Roya and Sheila explore some exciting innovations in ocular surface care! 👁️✨ They kick things off with the newly...
Be the Beam of Light
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink — your go-to podcast for all things vision care! This week, Roya and Sheila are bringing you an episode packed with insi...
Kids are Our Future
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! 👀 Don’t miss a minute of today’s show! 🚀Today, we kick things off with a quick dive into the new TFOS DE...
No Trace Left Behind
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🔥 Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! Don’t miss a second of today’s episode! 🎧✨🎯 Kickoff with Clinical Pearls: We’re reviewing an insightf...
According to Recent Research
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎧 Welcome to **Try Not 2 Blink!** Don’t miss a minute of today’s episode! 🚀✨ Here’s what’s coming up: **Fresh Drop!** 🚨 Discover ...
Journal Club: More is More for Dry Eye
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Welcome to **Try Not 2 Blink!** Don't miss a second of today's episode! Here's what you can expect: - 🚀 Exploring the futu...
Glasses Optional
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Roya and Sheila on this exciting episode of TN2B as they dive into two hot topics in eye care:🔹 **Glasses-Free Treatment for Keratoconus...
Carving Your Own Path
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 Don’t miss this week on Try Not 2 Blink! 🚨🎧 Host Roya and Sheila explore how optometry education is evolving with innovations like gamifi...
This is a Journey
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨Join us on *Try Not 2 Blink* with hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison for an episode packed with insights you ca...
Fill and Fit with Fosso
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨Welcome to **Try Not 2 Blink** — your go-to podcast for all things scleral lenses! Don’t miss a second of today’s ep...
Ortho K 201
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 Don’t Miss Out! Join us on Try Not 2 Blink! 🚨In this episode, Sheila and Roya are back with expert insights you won’t want to miss:✨ Dr....
DED Research Roundup
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to "Try Not 2 Blink," where cutting-edge research meets practical clinical insights! In today's episode, Roya and Sheila delve ...
OrthoK 101
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to today’s episode of Try Not 2 Blink, where host Dr. Sheila Morrison shares a fascinating case from her clinic involving a patient with a p...
Life Without Giving is Not Living
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for today’s show—it's one you won’t want to miss! Roya and Sheila are diving deep into important insights from a recent study, pl...
Journal Club: Scleral Lenses & IOP... The Facts
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Welcome to *Try Not 2 Blink*! Join hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison for another enlightening episode you won't want to miss!...
Dry Eye Playbook: Stacking Treatments for Success
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ **Tune in to Try Not 2 Blink!** 🎙️ Don’t miss out on today’s enlightening episode! Hosts Roya and Sheila kick things off with an in-...
When in Doubt, Work Hard
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! Get ready for an engaging episode that you won’t want to miss! Today, hosts Roya and Sheila will be sharing five essent...
Leadership is Learned
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to dive into the world of leadership, medicine, and personal growth? Then tune in to the latest episode of "Try Not 2 Blink"!T...
Scleral Lenses are so Cool
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎉 Get Ready for the Latest Episode of "Try Not 2 Blink"! 🎙️Join hosts Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison as they kick off an ex...
Binocular Problem with a Binocular Solution
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, hosted by Dr. Roya Habibi and Dr. Sheila Morrison! Are you ready to elevate your patient care with transformative insights...
Journal Club: Get in Control of Myopia Control
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! Don’t miss a minute of today’s show! Host Roya and Sheila are going to chat about a few new things that have come out ...
No Pain, No Gain
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You won't want to miss a moment of today's episode on Try Not 2 Blink! Join Roya and Sheila as they explore recent acquisitions in the conta...
Safety First, Scleral Style
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
**Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! Your go-to podcast for the latest in eye care and beyond.**In today's episode, hosts Roya and Sheila will delve int...
The World's Most Bespoke Man: Jeff Scleral
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! You won't want to miss a second of today's exciting episode! Join hosts Roya and Sheila as they kick off the sho...
Drawing Connections in the Eye
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🌟 Happy New Year and welcome to Try Not 2 Blink! 🎉 Make sure you catch every moment of today’s episode! Join hosts Roya and Sheila as they:🔍...
Bad Things Happen
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an enlightening scleral lens episode you won’t want to miss! Join hosts Roya and Sheila as they discuss the world of soft lens handlin...
You Can Do It All, Just Not at the Same Time
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila in the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink. Sheila starts this week by diving into a fascinating case from her clinic involving a p...
The Ultimate Cold Start: Instrumentation & Frames
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink. Roya and Sheila will start the discussion by exploring what patients can self-monitor at home ...
Journal Club: HEDS and ZEDS
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila for the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, where they begin by discussing patient care, specifically the importance of recognizin...
Can't Outrun a Bad Diet
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for another enlightening episode of Try Not To Blink? Join your hosts, Roya and Sheila, as they kick off with an exciting announcement y...
ICE-y Hot Topics
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila in the latest episode as they dive into the exciting world of ocular health! Today, they're reviewing Clobetasaol, a groundb...
Journal Club 1.0
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to tune in to an electrifying new episode of Try Not 2 Blink! Join Roya and Sheila as they rev up the excitement for Academy 2024 happening ...
Freeform Fit Factor
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Roya and Sheila in today's captivating episode as they unravel the intriguing world of dry eye treatment! Discover groundbreaking news...
Are Scleral Lens Patients at Risk?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us today on the Try Not 2 Blink Show as hosts Roya and Sheila dive into a crucial topic: identifying clinical red flags in the detection of kerat...
Mr. President
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an insightful episode of Try Not 2 Blink! Today, Sheila will begin the show with an engaging recap of her recent experience at Vision Expo...
Ain't No VooDoo Science
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila in this exciting episode as they explore the latest market trends in Optometry and delve into the reasons behind the growing tren...
Build Your Story
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's episode of *Try Not 2 Blink*. Join Roya and Sheila as they celebrate Sheila's birthday by sharing touching eye relate...
300th Episode
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a monumental milestone as we celebrate the 300th episode of Try Not 2 Blink! In this special episode, hosts Roya and Sheila start by shari...
MIGS and Co-Management
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink. In today's discussion, Roya and Sheila explore the importance of social media in their pr...
Advocate for our Patients, Big and Small
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila start by sharing one of Time's Best innovations of 2023, a binocular digita...
Glaucoma… Who Gets It!?
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, the podcast where your curiosity drives our conversation! In this episode, we respond to a listener's inquiry regardi...
Influencing Optometry
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila on this episode of "Try Not 2 Blink" as they explore the latest advancements in in-office dry eye diagnostic tools, whi...
Lid Wellness: Clean, Calm & Protect
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila reintroduce their acclaimed segment, the SLPOD (Scleral Lens Pearl of The Day), where they discuss...
Leverage Your Impact
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink. In today's discussion, hosts Roya and Sheila will share recently published research in retinal ...
The Big Bad Bleb
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week, Roya and Sheila discuss the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest advancements by attending conferen...
Say Yes To Everything
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Try Not 2 Blink episode, our hosts Roya and Sheila begin by breaking down two interesting patient cases. Sheila shares her experie...
Keratoconus 1-2-3
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, we're excited to welcome back Dr. John D. Gelles, a renowned expert in keratoconus treatment, to share...
Problem? Meet Solution.
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this Try Not to Blink episode as Roya and Sheila kick off the conversation by discussing life upgrades, including one of the best invention...
Tiny But Mighty
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not To Blink; in this episode, Roya and Sheila share the latest advancements in eyewear technology, specifically the revolutionary Rayb...
In My GP Era
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's Try Not to Blink episode, Roya and Sheila will kick it off with the Cliffs/Coles Notes on corneal topographers. Sheila will provide va...
The Complexities of Making a GP
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On Try Not 2 Blink, you will join Roya and Sheila for the second episode in their series on corneal GP lenses. In this special episode, they connect w...
The Bennett Method
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are pleased to announce the launch of a three-part series on corneal GP lenses, beginning this week on "Try Not to Blink." Our first epis...
Overfilled With Lens Knowledge
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila on the latest episode of Try Not To Blink as they welcome a special guest, Dr. Jason Jedlicka, a renowned expert in scleral lense...
Historic & Modern Inspo to Scleral Lenses
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Try Not 2 Blink Podcast, where Roya and Sheila explore the latest developments and expert insights in contact lenses. In this episode, ...
Debunking Eye Myths
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink, this week's show featuring Roya and Sheila. In this episode, they will discuss the neuro adaptation requirements for ...
A Man of Many Hats Plays This Versus That
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the latest episode of Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila delve into the topic of artificial tears and their efficacy. They share their recommen...
Starting Is The Hardest Part
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us today on Try Not 2 Blink as Roya and Sheila discuss effectively communicating with and de-escalating situations with angry patients. Roya shar...
The Secret To Myopia Control
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of TN2B Roya and Sheila reviewed the advantages and disadvantages of the increasing use of punctal plugs. During the discussion, ...
It's Giving Undercover Teacher
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Roya and Sheila on this week's episode of Try Not 2 Blink as they bring you the latest updates in the world of eyewear. You won't...
FAQ: How To Start a Dry Eye Center
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all know the 20/20/20 Rule but this week on Try Not 2 Blink Roya and Sheila share why they believe it may not be as beneficial as commonly thought....
A Major Retina Download
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for an exciting new episode on Try Not 2 Blink, where Roya and Sheila share about the world of research and innovation in eye transplantation....
I'm So Glad You're Here
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Try Not 2 Blink, hosts Roya and Sheila will debate optometry’s role in cross-linking. They will discuss how optometrists can identify this ...
You Must Be KIDing Me
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Try Not 2 Blink, we focus on the specialized field of pediatrics. We will discuss valuable tips and tricks for effectively ...
We Are In It Together
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of TN2B, hosts Roya and Sheila will highlight a recently approved medication for post-operative pain and inflammation foll...
Getting Technical
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you worried or questioned upirself on how to retain your staff members to prevent costly turnover in your practice? On this episode of TN2B, Roya...
You Go Girl
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on Try Not 2 Blink as Roya shares exciting updates from Costa Rica and introduces a new fun tool in her office. Sheila discusses the crucial r...
Board Certified
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Try Not 2 Blink; in this episode, hosts Roya and Sheila explore the relationship between stress and Glaucoma, discussing the latest researc...
Dry Eye Improv
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know children with vision problems are generally unaware of their condition because they assume everyone sees the way they do?Join Roya and Sh...
Meet The Myopia Captain
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Roya and Sheila this week as they sit down with myopia captain Dr. Justin Kwan to explore the fascinating world of myopia management and he...
Impress Me
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Try Not to Blink Podcast! In this exciting episode, hosts Roya and Sheila dive deep into scleral lenses, discussing GP materials and ch...
102 Years Wise
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are introducing a special episode on Try Not 2 Blink. This week, we are thrilled to have a remarkable guest on board. But first, Roya and Sheila ha...
Financial Coach
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have debt fatigue? Does looking at your student loan balance cause you anxiety? Then you won't want to miss this week's episode on Tr...
Charting Coach
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on the TN2B podcast as we dive into the world of healthcare administration with renowned charting coach Dr. Sarah Smith. In this episode, Dr. ...
Hiring Coach
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the TN2B podcast! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Michael Neal, joining Roya and Sheila to discuss an intriguing topi...
Marketing Coach
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking to take your marketing game to the next level? Do you want expert advice from a renowned marketing coach? Look no further! Join Roya a...
Products of Passion
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Roya and Sheila discuss the New Year's Resolutions for Try Not 2 Blink; they talk about the special guests and their planned topics fo...
No One Ever Leaves Eyecare
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's show, Roya and Sheila reviewed the current recommendations regarding the first line of treatment for glaucoma. Is it drops, or is it l...
The Key To Success Is To Start Before You're Ready
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get Ready for the Drama! Roya and Sheila dish out all the details on all the recently recalled FDA eye drops. From uncovering the causes behind the re...
Ojos Del Mar Turns 1
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join our knowledgeable hosts, Roya and Sheila, as they explore the disparities in contact lens product availability between Canada and the US. Hear th...
The New Grad Guide to Paving Your Own Way
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Try Not 2 Blink, Roya and Sheila explore the latest advancements as they discuss a new FDA-approved medication for Presbyopia. Then...
Not Your Standard Practice
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for this episode as Roya and Sheila explore optometrists' toughest challenges in private practice, from optical management to frame selec...
Every Expert Was Once a Beginner
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Roya and Sheila review the latest and new myopia control treatment options on today's show. They expose the secret to getting patients to finally...
Life After Optometry School
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Roya and Sheila have a great episode this week, reviewing new details on blue light filtering lenses and their value. They discuss another artificial ...
Get Your Website on the Google's VIP List
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Roya and Sheila will remind you of some of the top kid's eye facts on this week’s episode. Introduce the concept of SEO and discuss with our in...
Myopia Management: Privilege or Standard of Care?
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on TN2B, Dr. Sheila Morrison joins Roya to share their favorite practical scleral lens pearls, discuss what is new in their practices, and r...
Just a Girl in an Inflammatory World
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How does nutrition affect the overall eye health? Does it matter how much you sleep, what you eat, and how much water you intake daily? This week, sp...
Tech is Here to Stay
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find it challenging to keep up with the tech industry in Optometry? On Try Not 2 Blink, this week, we will discuss making clinical life easier ...
You Are What You Eat
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Roya and Sheila as they speak with special guest Dr. Mila Ioussifova. Listen as they dive into the newest treatment for Demodex, discuss a holist...
AI Enters Eyecare
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been hearing the buzz about Artificial Intelligence? Are you skeptical? Join Jimmy and Roya to discuss AI concerns and how it can be benefici...
The Secret to Outsourcing
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you having trouble hiring employees in the current market? Have you ever contemplated outsourcing some of the open positions in your office? Then ...
The Key to Cold Starting
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking of cold starting a private practice? You won’t want to miss this week’s episode as Jimmy and Roya dive deep into conversation wit...
Attraction not Promotion
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy and Roya are joined by Dr. Christopher Kuc this week on TN2B; he shares how he got started in optometry and his personal experiences working in ...
Ciliary Body's Like the Hulk
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on TN2B, Jimmy and Roya have returning guest Jacqueline Theis, OD. Dr. Theis owns Virginia Neuro-Optometry, where she helps patients with vi...
Don't Foresake Your Hydrapeg
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what Paracentral Acute Middle Maculopathy is? This week, take a journey with Jimmy and Roya to learn about PAMM and listen as they share i...
Worldwide OD
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to live on the wild side? Have you ever thought of traveling the world as an Optometrist? Join Jimmy and Roya as guest Dr. Caitlin Squires...
Are you afraid of kids?
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build your referral business? Who should you reach out to for referrals? Join Jimmy and Roya this week as they share potential opportunitie...
GA + MGD meet FDA
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle when training eye care professionals in your office? Need to know where to turn for help? Join this week's hosts, Jimmy and Roya,...
Life is a Game
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you struggled to navigate loans and investments or decide what insurance policies are worthwhile? Do you want to understand personal finance vs. ...