Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way Future Business Trends Happening Now
Format:
Synchronous In-Person
Category:
Practice Management
Total CE Hours:
1.00
Description:
This course explores the major technological, demographic, operational, and clinical forces transforming consumer facing industries—especially eye care—and provides actionable insight into how independent practices can stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. Through real world examples, emerging technologies, and industry specific forecasts, learners will understand how to adapt strategically and lead confidently through change.
Participants will examine the five core megatrends shaping optometry through 2031, deep dive into AI and automation, analyze patient behavior shifts, and discover new opportunities in medical scope expansion, specialty treatments, and operational resilience. The course concludes with forward looking insights into innovation across diagnostics, therapeutics, retail models, and patient care delivery.