Dr. Ryan Corte interviews Dr. Alma Regnault, who shares her inspiring journey from a small town in Venezuela to becoming a successful optometrist and business owner. She discusses the influence of strong women in her life, her experiences in optometry school, and the challenges she faced along the way.Dr. Regnault emphasizes the importance of human connection in patient care and the need for optometrists to advocate for their role in healthcare. She also reflects on the evolution of the profession and the exciting future ahead, encouraging others to embrace change and pursue their passions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Alma Regnault's Journey03:54 Inspiration from Strong Women06:45 The Path to Optometry10:00 Experiences in New York City12:54 Transitioning to Geriatric Care15:48 The Journey to Ownership19:08 Full Circle: Returning Home22:01 The Influence of Strong Women25:52 The Journey of Collaboration and Growth26:51 Balancing Family and Professional Life30:40 Lessons from the Practice: Patient Care and Connection34:45 Building a Respectful Practice Culture36:57 Embracing Change: The Evolution of Optometry40:13 Challenges Faced in the Optometric Journey42:57 The Importance of Optometry in Health Care45:56 Final Thoughts: Embracing Change and GrowthTakeaways- Dr. Regnault was inspired by strong women in her family.- She initially considered dentistry before choosing optometry.- Her experience in Puerto Rico shaped her professional journey.- She learned valuable lessons from her mentors in corporate optometry.- Transitioning to medical optometry provided her with more flexibility.- Dr. Regnault emphasizes the importance of human connection in patient care.- She believes in the value of continuous learning and asking questions.- Her journey to business ownership was filled with challenges and growth.- She advocates for the role of optometrists in healthcare.- Dr. Regnault encourages others to embrace change and pursue their passions.

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