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Balancing Career and Passion: Dr. Rob Kloepfer on Integrating Optometry with Entrepreneurship

November 26, 2025 • Eric • Season 2 • Episode 22

In this episode of The Abundant OD, host Eric welcomes Dr. Rob Kloepfer, an optometrist from Mountain View Optometry in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and the founder of Health EAC Academy, an e-learning platform designed to elevate eyecare teams.

Dr. Kloepfer shares his journey into optometry, the challenges he faced, and how he balances his professional aspirations with family life.

He discusses the importance of work-life balance, the value of micro-learning for staff education, and offers insights for new graduates and associates looking to expand their business acumen and pursue entrepreneurial ventures.

Reach him at https://www.healtheacademyinc.com/
Tune in for an inspiring discussion about building a fulfilling and sustainable optometry practice.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:57 Dr. Rob Kloepfer's Journey into Optometry
03:11 From Associate to Business Owner
04:10 The Vision Behind Healthy Academy
11:17 Balancing Work and Personal Life
17:40 Future Goals and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
22:25 Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts