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Creating a Thriving Optometry Practice: Insights from Dr. Rana Taji

October 10, 2025 • Eric • Season 2 • Episode 19

Welcome to The Abundant OD! In this episode, host Eric Levenhagen chats about building profitable and sustainable independent optometry practices with Dr. Rana Taji, the owner and medical director of Toronto Medical Eye Associates.

Dr. Taji shares her journey into optometry, the importance of empowering technicians, and how effective communication with patients can increase revenue. She also discusses the challenges and trade-offs in balancing personal life with practice ownership.

Tune in for valuable insights on finding your sense of purpose and driving the success of your practice.

00:00 Welcome to The Abundant OD
00:35 Meet Dr. Rana Taji
01:24 Dr. Taji's Journey into Optometry
04:39 Vision for Independent Practice
05:32 Empowering Technicians and Patient Communication
17:23 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
23:49 Finding Your Sense of Purpose
27:12 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information