Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb

Alessio Fasano, MD, is the W. Allan Walker Chair of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition and Chief of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at MassGeneral Hospital for Children. His visionary research, which established the rate of celiac disease at one in 133 people, led to the awareness of celiac disease as a growing public health problem in the United States. Dr. Fasano founded the Center for Celiac Research and Treatment in 1996, where he treats adults and children for gluten-related disorders.

Dr. Bartlett is currently the vice president of global research and development for Pharmanex, where he oversees an energetic team of scientists, technicians and educators focused on innovation, research and development of new products. Dr. Bartlett is a member of the Council for Responsible Nutrition Senior Scientific Advisory Council, The American Association of Immunologists and The New York Academy of Sciences.

Dr. Bartlett is currently the vice president of global research and development for Pharmanex, where he oversees an energetic team of scientists, technicians and educators focused on innovation, research and development of new products. Dr. Bartlett is a member of the Council for Responsible Nutrition Senior Scientific Advisory Council, The American Association of Immunologists and The New York Academy of Sciences.

Dr. Fishman was an undergraduate chemistry major and then earned a Ph.D. from Stanford in Chemistry and Neuroscience working in the area of lasers, microfluidics, and neuroscience. Dr. Fishman then conducted post-doctoral research Neurobiology working in the field of retinal ganglion cell nerve regeneration. He earned an M.D. from Stanford and after his medical internship, Dr. Fishman joined Stanford Ophthalmology both as an ophthalmology resident and faculty and founded the Ophthalmic Tissue Engineering Laboratory (OTEL). As director of OTEL. he was awarded one of the first BIO-X grants and became the founder of the artificial retina prosthesis project which has recently gone into clinical trials for patients with macular degeneration. After completing his residency training in advanced eye surgery and medical treatment for eye diseases at Stanford, Dr. Fishman started his own concierge ophthalmology practice in Palo Alto where he continues to lead advancements in ocular surface disease and novel diagnostics for dry eye, cancer detection, and the ocular microbiome. Dr. Fishman has a special interest in digital health and has co-founded several silicon-valley start-ups. Dr. Fishman has co-authored 34 Peer-reviewed Publications, 11 U.S. Patents, and his research has been highlighted in Scientific American, The Economist, JAMA, and Ophthalmology Times.

Dr. Fishman was an undergraduate chemistry major and then earned a Ph.D. from Stanford in Chemistry and Neuroscience working in the area of lasers, microfluidics, and neuroscience. Dr. Fishman then conducted post-doctoral research Neurobiology working in the field of retinal ganglion cell nerve regeneration. He earned an M.D. from Stanford and after his medical internship, Dr. Fishman joined Stanford Ophthalmology both as an ophthalmology resident and faculty and founded the Ophthalmic Tissue Engineering Laboratory (OTEL). As director of OTEL. he was awarded one of the first BIO-X grants and became the founder of the artificial retina prosthesis project which has recently gone into clinical trials for patients with macular degeneration. After completing his residency training in advanced eye surgery and medical treatment for eye diseases at Stanford, Dr. Fishman started his own concierge ophthalmology practice in Palo Alto where he continues to lead advancements in ocular surface disease and novel diagnostics for dry eye, cancer detection, and the ocular microbiome. Dr. Fishman has a special interest in digital health and has co-founded several silicon-valley start-ups. Dr. Fishman has co-authored 34 Peer-reviewed Publications, 11 U.S. Patents, and his research has been highlighted in Scientific American, The Economist, JAMA, and Ophthalmology Times.

Dr. Fishman was an undergraduate chemistry major and then earned a Ph.D. from Stanford in Chemistry and Neuroscience working in the area of lasers, microfluidics, and neuroscience. Dr. Fishman then conducted post-doctoral research Neurobiology working in the field of retinal ganglion cell nerve regeneration. He earned an M.D. from Stanford and after his medical internship, Dr. Fishman joined Stanford Ophthalmology both as an ophthalmology resident and faculty and founded the Ophthalmic Tissue Engineering Laboratory (OTEL). As director of OTEL. he was awarded one of the first BIO-X grants and became the founder of the artificial retina prosthesis project which has recently gone into clinical trials for patients with macular degeneration. After completing his residency training in advanced eye surgery and medical treatment for eye diseases at Stanford, Dr. Fishman started his own concierge ophthalmology practice in Palo Alto where he continues to lead advancements in ocular surface disease and novel diagnostics for dry eye, cancer detection, and the ocular microbiome. Dr. Fishman has a special interest in digital health and has co-founded several silicon-valley start-ups. Dr. Fishman has co-authored 34 Peer-reviewed Publications, 11 U.S. Patents, and his research has been highlighted in Scientific American, The Economist, JAMA, and Ophthalmology Times.

Dr. Diana Shechtman is a board-certified Optometric Physician. She serves as a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) and the Optometric Retinal Society (ORS). Dr. Shechtman has lectured expensively at a local, national & international level in ocular disease and was also the Chair of the TRIOD Conference 2018-2021. Dr. Daniel Diaz is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the Diabetic Research Clinical Network and the American Society of Retina Specialists. GOOD NEWS! Open Your Eyes the documentary is available now! You can watch it on: Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QG2R9BK/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r iTunes + AppleTV https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en

Dr. Diana Shechtman is a board-certified Optometric Physician. She serves as a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) and the Optometric Retinal Society (ORS). Dr. Shechtman has lectured expensively at a local, national & international level in ocular disease and was also the Chair of the TRIOD Conference 2018-2021. Dr. Daniel Diaz is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, the Diabetic Research Clinical Network and the American Society of Retina Specialists. GOOD NEWS! Open Your Eyes the documentary is available now! You can watch it on: Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QG2R9BK/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r iTunes + AppleTV https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en

Dr. Lisa M. Hornick is a primary care Optometrist with a specialty practice in ocular surface disease. She is also a Veteran of the United States Navy. GOOD NEWS! Open Your Eyes the documentary is available now! You can watch it on: Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QG2R9BK/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r iTunes + AppleTV https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en

Dr. Lisa M. Hornick is a primary care Optometrist with a specialty practice in ocular surface disease. She is also a Veteran of the United States Navy. GOOD NEWS! Open Your Eyes the documentary is available now! You can watch it on: Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QG2R9BK/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r iTunes + AppleTV https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en

Dr. Caldwell is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. He is a well known lecturer in the optometric industry. He travels throughout the United States lecturing several times a year to his colleagues. GOOD NEWS! Open Your Eyes the documentary is available now! You can watch it on: Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B09QG2R9BK/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r iTunes + AppleTV https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Google Play https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en

Dr. Caldwell is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. He is a well known lecturer in the optometric industry. He travels throughout the United States lecturing several times a year to his colleagues.

Dr. Lisa Hamilton is a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. She graduated from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 1997. Dr. Hamilton is a dry eye specialist and has dedicated her practice to treating patients with this disease.

Dr. Lisa Hamilton is a Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. She graduated from the University of Houston College of Optometry in 1997. Dr. Hamilton is a dry eye specialist and has dedicated her practice to treating patients with this disease.

Dr. Rachael specializes in hard-to-fit contact lenses and ocular diseases like Glaucoma, Macular degeneration, Diabetes, and more. She was named 2017 Young Optometrist of the Year, 2018 Young Optometrist of the South, and 2018 Women in Optometry Theia Award.

Mary Beth Gonzalez proudly carries the torch for her late husband, Nicholas J. Gonzalez MD, a pioneer in alternative medicine research for cancer and other degenerative diseases. Through her non-profit foundation, The Nicholas Gonzalez Foundation, and her small publishing company, New Spring Press, Dr. Gonzalez's legacy of healing through nutrition is accessible to the world. Publishing the Complete Works of Nicholas J. Gonzalez, M.D. www.newspringpress.com Since determining the best metabolic diet for each person is one of the pillars of The Gonzalez Protocol®, we are pleased to announce our new Gonzalez Metabolic Type Test. Click the link below to learn more about this self-test that your readers can take online and receive a beautifully designed 18 page nutritional plan for their specific Gonzalez metabolic type. https://thegonzalezprotocol.com/gonzalez-metabolic-type-test/

Mary Beth Gonzalez proudly carries the torch for her late husband, Nicholas J. Gonzalez MD, a pioneer in alternative medicine research for cancer and other degenerative diseases. Through her non-profit foundation, The Nicholas Gonzalez Foundation, and her small publishing company, New Spring Press, Dr. Gonzalez's legacy of healing through nutrition is accessible to the world. Publishing the Complete Works of Nicholas J. Gonzalez, M.D. www.newspringpress.com Since determining the best metabolic diet for each person is one of the pillars of The Gonzalez Protocol®, we are pleased to announce our new Gonzalez Metabolic Type Test. Click the link below to learn more about this self-test that your readers can take online and receive a beautifully designed 18 page nutritional plan for their specific Gonzalez metabolic type. https://thegonzalezprotocol.com/gonzalez-metabolic-type-test/

Dr. Caroline DeBenedictis is a board certified Ophthalmologist. She specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of all pediatric eye conditions, from complex disease to common eye problems, as well as skilled care for strabismus in patients of any age.

Dr. Caroline DeBenedictis is a board certified Ophthalmologist. She specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of all pediatric eye conditions, from complex disease to common eye problems, as well as skilled care for strabismus in patients of any age.

"Open Your Eyes" is available now! You can watch the documentary on one of the links below: Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/movies/details?id=lMCWuHMDX2I.P&sticky_source_country=US&gl=US&hl=en iTunes/Apple TV: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/open-your-eyes/id1602312040 Chris Maraboli is a podcaster, comedian, and avid traveler. Chris spent three years traveling the country with Dr. Kerry Gelb interviewing experts for the documentary “Open Your Eyes” by Wayne Chesler.

Dr. Bozung is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of local and national Optometric Associations. She is a regular contributor to optometric journals, has served as a co-editor for the Review of Cornea and Contact Lens’ Cornea Consult column, and is a member of the editorial boards for Review of Optometry and Eyes on Eyecare.

Dr. Bozung is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of local and national Optometric Associations. She is a regular contributor to optometric journals, has served as a co-editor for the Review of Cornea and Contact Lens’ Cornea Consult column, and is a member of the editorial boards for Review of Optometry and Eyes on Eyecare.

Dr. Jay M. Haynie is an adjunct clinical professor at Pacific University College of Optometry, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of the Optometric Retina Society. He is a published author and has become a nationally recognized speaker on advances in technology and the management of retinal disease.

Dr. Jay M. Haynie is an adjunct clinical professor at Pacific University College of Optometry, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a member of the Optometric Retina Society. He is a published author and has become a nationally recognized speaker on advances in technology and the management of retinal disease.

Thank you for listening to us in 2021. We will be back in January with more engaging interviews!

Thank you for listening to us in 2021. We will be back in January with more engaging interviews!

Dr. Neda Gioia, OD CNS FOWNS is the founder of Integrative Vision. She discovered the importance of whole-body health and the power of the body to heal itself with proper nutrition and lifestyle. While she was always passionate about delivering exceptional eye care as an optometrist, she realized that there was a better way. She believes this whole-body approach is the best way to protect and preserve your eye health.

Dr. Neda Gioia, OD CNS FOWNS is the founder of Integrative Vision. She discovered the importance of whole-body health and the power of the body to heal itself with proper nutrition and lifestyle. While she was always passionate about delivering exceptional eye care as an optometrist, she realized that there was a better way. She believes this whole-body approach is the best way to protect and preserve your eye health.

Dr. Morrison is a fellow and board member of the Scleral Lens Education Society, editorial reviewer for the Journal of Contact Lens Research & Science, and a founding member of the Canadian Contact Lens Academy. She has been published in numerous academic journals including Eye and Contact Lens, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Review of Optometry, Contact Lens Spectrum, Review of Myopia Management, and the Journal of Contact Lens Research & Science. She is also a researcher and clinical consultant for numerous leading companies in the eye care industry.

Dr. Morrison is a fellow and board member of the Scleral Lens Education Society, editorial reviewer for the Journal of Contact Lens Research & Science, and a founding member of the Canadian Contact Lens Academy. She has been published in numerous academic journals including Eye and Contact Lens, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Review of Optometry, Contact Lens Spectrum, Review of Myopia Management, and the Journal of Contact Lens Research & Science. She is also a researcher and clinical consultant for numerous leading companies in the eye care industry.

Dr. Mark Dunbar is the director of Optometric services at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is a founding member of the Optometric Glaucoma Society and the Optometric Retinal Society.

Dr. Mark Dunbar is the director of Optometric services at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and is a founding member of the Optometric Glaucoma Society and the Optometric Retinal Society.

Dr. Lynn Hellerstein is a pioneer in vision therapy and developmental optometry. For more than 30 years, Dr. Hellerstein, has helped thousands of children and adults improve their vision and transform their lives — at home, in the classroom, and most recently on the playing field. Her breakthrough methods unlock barriers to learning and “rewire” around brain injuries, and vision perception or processing deficits

Dr. Mitch Ibach is a member of the American Optometric Association and a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. Ibach is often invited to speak at national optometry conferences like the American Academy of Optometry. His talks focus on glaucoma, corneal diseases, refractive surgery, and cataract surgery.

Dr. Mitch Ibach is a member of the American Optometric Association and a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. Dr. Ibach is often invited to speak at national optometry conferences like the American Academy of Optometry. His talks focus on glaucoma, corneal diseases, refractive surgery, and cataract surgery.

Dr. Saenz graduated summa cum laude from Abilene Christian University in Abilene, TX with a degree in biochemistry. He then graduated summa cum laude with a dual OD/MS degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry, where he spent his time researching non-invasive imaging to aid in the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Dr. Saenz is passionate about service and has participated in many medical mission trips to underserved countries including Panama, Mexico, and Costa Rica.

Dr. Saenz graduated summa cum laude from Abilene Christian University in Abilene, TX with a degree in biochemistry. He then graduated summa cum laude with a dual OD/MS degree from the University of Houston College of Optometry, where he spent his time researching non-invasive imaging to aid in the diagnosis and management of multiple sclerosis and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Dr. Saenz is passionate about service and has participated in many medical mission trips to underserved countries including Panama, Mexico, and Costa Rica.

Dr. Lensky is therapeutics and glaucoma certified. She provides a full spectrum of complete eye examinations, pre and post surgical care for cataract and LASIK surgery patients, and has an interest in specialty contact lenses.

Dr. Amanda Nanasy Is the team optometrist for the Miami Dolphins and the director of the Florida Institute of Sports Vision. Her goal is to change the landscape of the sports management profession.

Dr. Amanda Nanasy Is the team optometrist for the Miami Dolphins and the director of the Florida Institute of Sports Vision. Her goal is to change the landscape of the sports management profession.

Carey Gillam is an American investigative journalist and author with more than 30 years of experience covering food and agricultural policies and practices. Her new book, "The Monsanto Papers - Deadly Secrets, Corporate Corruption, and One Man's Search for Justice" is available now.

Carey Gillam is an American investigative journalist and author with more than 30 years of experience covering food and agricultural policies and practices. Her new book, "The Monsanto Papers - Deadly Secrets, Corporate Corruption, and One Man's Search for Justice" is available now.

DeAnn Fitzgerald, O.D. is President of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, an interdisciplinary group of professionals dedicated to providing patients who have physical or cognitive disabilities as a result of an acquired brain injury with a complete ocular health evaluation and optimum visual rehabilitation education and services to improve their quality of life. Dr. Fitzgerald has a special interest in sports vision performance and concussions.

DeAnn Fitzgerald, O.D. is President of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, an interdisciplinary group of professionals dedicated to providing patients who have physical or cognitive disabilities as a result of an acquired brain injury with a complete ocular health evaluation and optimum visual rehabilitation education and services to improve their quality of life. Dr. Fitzgerald has a special interest in sports vision performance and concussions.

Vanessa is the Owner + CEO of Emerge Yoga & Wellness, Licensed Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor, AntiGravity Instructor, and Holistic Health Coach. Vanessa found yoga in 2001 at a tiny non-for-profit ashram offering classes for teens. Growing up with scoliosis, she found yoga as a great way to manage chronic back pain while simultaneously providing an outlet for stress.

Dr. Leonard Messner is the vice president of strategy and institutional advancement at the Illinois college of Optometry. He is on the advisory board of the concussion legacy foundation. He is also the author of numerous peer reviewed publications.

Dr. Leonard Messner is the vice president of strategy and institutional advancement at the Illinois college of Optometry. He is on the advisory board of the concussion legacy foundation. He is also the author of numerous peer reviewed publications.

Dr. Keith Smithson is a world leader in sports vision. Dr. Smithson works with amateur and professional athletes to enhance visual systems to achieve peak performance. He is the team optometrist for several professional sports teams.

Dr. Keith Smithson is a world leader in sports vision. Dr. Smithson works with amateur and professional athletes to enhance visual systems to achieve peak performance. He is the team optometrist for several professional sports teams.

Dr. Caldwell is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Board Certified by the American Board of Optometry. He is a well known lecturer in the optometric industry. He travels throughout the United States lecturing several times a year to his colleagues.