Eye Give a Damn!

Author: Dr. Joseph Allen

Dr. Joseph Allen may be most well known as @DoctorEyeHealth on YouTube where he shares tips and education about eyes and vision for the general public. Now, with his Eye Give a Damn! Podcast series, Dr. Allen goes in depth with his colleagues to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing optometry. From finances, private equity and insurance headaches to specialty lenses and the frontlines of scope expansion, hear from leading optometrists and industry friends. They sit down with Dr. Allen to share their personal journeys in eye care, expertise and passions. Discover why so many of us give a damn about the future of optometry and the variety of ways we can drive our industry forward!
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Emergency Eye Care
Episode 56
Tuesday, 8 July, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Allen sits down with Dr. Alison Bozung to explore the high-stakes world of emergency eye care. As a practicing optometrist in Bascom Palmer’s 24/7 ophthalmic emergency department and director of their optometry residency program, Dr. Bozung brings a wealth of clinical expertise, and a candid look at what it takes emotionally to thrive in such an intense environment. Together, they share practical tips for handling urgent eye cases, the importance of fast but thoughtful decision-making, and how clinicians can balance compassion with efficiency. Dr. Bozung also opens up about the emotional toll this type of work can take and why building support systems and healthy boundaries is critical for long-term success. Whether you're a student, early-career OD, or experienced practitioner, this conversation offers real-world insights, actionable takeaways, and a window into the unique demands of urgent eye care. Eye Give a Damn hosted by Dr. Joseph Allen is produced by FluoreSCENE Media. For more information on Dr. Joseph Allen visit https://doctoreyehealth.com/ Visit https://odcommunity.com/ to learn more about FluoreSCENE Media.