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Building a Successful Medical Optometry Practice: Insights from Dr. Nick Bruns

November 19, 2024 • Eric • Season 2 • Episode 10

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Nick Bruns, an optometrist and Director of Practice Development at Summit Eye Care in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Dr. Bruns shares his journey of starting the clinic from scratch in January 2020, facing the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, and his role in growing the practice.

He discusses the importance of building relationships, using advanced technology, and providing exceptional patient care. Dr. Bruns also talks about the unique aspects of his job, the dynamics of working with his wife, who is also an optometrist, and offers advice for others looking to grow their own practices.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Nick Bruns
01:08 Starting a New Practice Amidst a Pandemic
01:44 Building Relationships and Growing the Practice
06:18 Personal Journey and Family Dynamics
10:12 Differentiating Summit Eye Care
17:23 Challenges and Advice for New Practitioners
22:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell