Future Focus Ep. 6: Stress, Success, and Mental Health in Optometry
Independent practice comes with big decisions, but no one has to navigate them alone. Giving a voice to OSI Group Members, Future Focus helps coach the next generation. Each episode helps new ODs build confidence, make informed choices, and take ownership of their careers.
In this latest episode, optometrist and mental health coach Dr. Hansel Huang joins hosts Drs. Amrit Bilkhu and Alexa Hecht to tackle one of optometry’s biggest unspoken challenges: stress. Drawing from his experience in patient care and coaching, Dr. Huang helps professionals manage the pressures of clinical practice, decision fatigue, and clinic ownership.
Mental health rarely gets the attention it deserves in optometry—it’s time to shift the conversation.
Episode 6: Mental Health & Practicing Optometry
This episode explores:
- NBEO Shake-Up – The mental toll of sudden score changes.
- Finding Your Path – Dr. Huang’s shift from expectations to passion.
- Confidence Hacks – Beating imposter syndrome early.
- Stress to Strength – Using fear to fuel growth.
- Team Well-Being – Support without pressure.
Navigating stress is part of the job—but it doesn’t have to define it.
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