Episode 4: Nyah Miranda - Adopting a Growth Mindset in University, Overcoming Setbacks, Utilizing Social Media & Championing the Next Generation of Optometry Doctors

In this week’s episode, Dr. Trevor Miranda sits down with his daughter Nyah, a second-year optometry student at NECO. They discuss the clinic experience that inspired Nyah’s career path, being determined and resourceful as a student, lessons from varsity field hockey, building up the student optometry community, how doctors can appeal to new grads, and more. Plus, Trevor and Nyah go head-to-head in a father-daughter edition of This or That.

Timestamps

[00:02:06] - Nyah’s early impression of optometry

[00:06:06] - Inspiring patient interaction

[00:09:25] - Getting your kids interested in optometry

[00:12:41] - Struggles and adjusting to first year in university

[00:18:54] - Study tips and tools

[00:20:11] - Team mindset in varsity field hockey

[00:23:28] - Learning from mentors

[00:25:18] - Empowering future optometry doctors

[00:29:20] - This or That (Trevor vs Nyah)

[00:33:07] - Self-care and being present

[00:36:19] - Strengths of the next generation of ODs

[⁠⁠00:38:07⁠⁠] - Advice for optometry students

[00:39:55] - Attracting and hiring new grads

[00:42:02] - New technology and specialties in optometry

[00:46:09] - Alternatives to cold start clinics

[00:50:54] - Leveraging social media

[00:53:08] - Core qualities of a good optometrist

[00:55:32] - Nyah’s personal vision for her future

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Follow Nyah on Instagram @nys.eyes – See Nyah’s journey as an optometry student.
• American Optometric Student Association – is a student-led organization committed to empowering students to thrive as doctors of optometry through educational experiences and tools for success.
• The Canadian Association of Optometry Students – enhances the learning experience, addresses professional issues, and fosters connections between students, optometrists, and alumni.
• Next Gen OD - information and resources for Canadian optometrists and affiliated eye care professionals at all career stages.
• Notability App - Notability is a comprehensive note-taking application and advanced annotation tool, catering to a diverse range of users for effective digital documentation.
• Quizlet App - an educational app providing a platform for users to create, share, and study digital flashcards, aiding in effective and customizable learning experiences.
• Eye Recommend - is a cooperative that supports a growing network of independent optometrists providing business resources, coaching and optical team development.
• Dr. Alexa Hecht on TikTok – Optometry doctor and social media influencer

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