The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages
Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrists, that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Bright Eyes Family Vision Care provides eye care to all ages. Bright Eyes Kids is just for children 18 and under. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care.
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#19: Dr. Beth and Chelsea talk about Sports Vision
06/12/2022
#19: Dr. Beth and Chelsea talk about Sports Vision
In this episode, Dr. Beth talks with vision therapist Chelsea Lewis about Sports Vision. For full transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
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#18: Dr. Beth with Dr. Zilniki on Eye Exams of Children with Special Needs
10/27/2021
#18: Dr. Beth with Dr. Zilniki on Eye Exams of Children with Special Needs
In this episode, Dr. Beth talks about eye exams of children with special needs with Dr. Z from ! Cross posted from the excellent podcast. Vision is More Than 20/20 is a podcast aimed at talking about vision, your eyes and how they play a role in overall visual and systemic function. We often hear if you see “20/20” you have great eye sight, but that is just the first step in the visual process. Dr. Zilnicki & Licausi, with the help of various guests, will work to help you understand more about your visual system and all the pieces to the vision puzzle! For full transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
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#17: Vision and learning with Wendy Taylor, M.Ed.
08/02/2021
#17: Vision and learning with Wendy Taylor, M.Ed.
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks about vision and learning with Wendy Taylor from . Cross posted from the . For full transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
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#16 Children's Vision and Computers
05/19/2021
#16 Children's Vision and Computers
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks about and children who use desktop computers significantly. For transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.
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#15 Myopia Management with Esther Rodas
08/07/2019
#15 Myopia Management with Esther Rodas
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Optician Esther Rodas about Myopia and the treatment options to control it. For transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit **Note: Ooops! Originally the raw audio file was uploaded. This has been corrected.
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#14: Adam Cegielski From Eyecarrot on Binovi.
01/09/2019
#14: Adam Cegielski From Eyecarrot on Binovi.
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Adam Cegielski From Eyecarrot about Binovi and Binovi Touch. More information about Eyecarrot and Binovi can be found here: . Recorded at the Florida Chapter of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development Annual Meeting. For transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit
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#13 - Peter Shaw, OD, and the Shaw Lens
11/19/2018
#13 - Peter Shaw, OD, and the Shaw Lens
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Dr. Peter Shaw about the Shaw Lens and why image size matters. More information about Dr. Peter Shaw can ne found here: For more info on Shaw Lenses visit: For transcripts and previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit
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#12 Betsy Yaros: Vision Therapy and Developing 3D Vision
08/23/2018
#12 Betsy Yaros: Vision Therapy and Developing 3D Vision
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with patient Betsy Yaros about vision therapy and developing 3D vision. Betsy's website is For previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit http://threeforsilver.com/
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#11 - Colorblindness and EnChroma Glasses with Dr. Jeff Goodhew
05/10/2018
#11 - Colorblindness and EnChroma Glasses with Dr. Jeff Goodhew
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Dr. Jeff Goodhew about color vision deficiency (AKA colorblindness) and EnChroma glasses. Dr. Jeff Goodhew can be found at Abbey Eye Care: For more info on EnChroma Glasses visit: visit: For previous episodes visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit http://threeforsilver.com/
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#10: NaturalVue Contact Lenses with Dr. Douglas Benoit
05/02/2018
#10: NaturalVue Contact Lenses with Dr. Douglas Benoit
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Dr. Douglas Benoit about contact lenses and NaturalVue spherical and multifocal lenses from Visioneering Technologies, Inc. For more and links visit: For more info on NaturalVue contact lenses visit: Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. Visit http://threeforsilver.com/
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#9: Vivid Vision with James Blaha
03/21/2018
#9: Vivid Vision with James Blaha
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with James Blaha From Vivid Vision about virtual reality vision therapy. For more and links visit: For more info on Vivid Vision visit: http://seevividly.com Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver. http://threeforsilver.com/
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#8 - Vision Therapy With Edna Moore
02/12/2018
#8 - Vision Therapy With Edna Moore
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks with Bright Eyes Family Vision Care vision therapist, Edna Moore about what vision therapy is and what it is like to be a vision therapist. For more and links visit: http://Brighteyestampa.com Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver.
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#7 - Research on Outdoor Time and Myopia
01/10/2018
#7 - Research on Outdoor Time and Myopia
Dr. Nate and Dr. Beth review some of the latest research that suggstests that more time outdoors reduces the changes a child will become nearsighted. Studies: 1. Environmental factors explain socioeconomic prevalence differences in myopia in 6-year-old children 2. Time spent in outdoor activities in relation to myopia prevention and control: a meta-analysis and systematic review. 3. Time Outdoors at Specific Ages During Early Childhood and the Risk of Incident Myopia For more and links visit: http://Brighteyestampa.com Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of Three For Silver.
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#6 - Refractive Error
12/06/2017
#6 - Refractive Error
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks about Refractive Error and explains how they affect how people see. Specifically Myopia, Hyperopia, Astigmatism, and Presbyopia. For more and links visit: Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrist that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of .
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#5 - Eclipse Safety
08/14/2017
#5 - Eclipse Safety
In this episode, Dr. Nate talks about importance of eye protection during the total eclipse. For more and links visit: Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrist that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of .
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#4 - UV Protection for the Eyes
08/07/2017
#4 - UV Protection for the Eyes
In this episode, Dr. Nate and Dr. Beth go outside to talk about the importance of UV protection. Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrist that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at . The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of .
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#3 - Vision Leads
08/02/2017
#3 - Vision Leads
"When vision is working well it guides and leads; when it does not, it interferes." —John Streff, OD, DOS, FCOVD, FAAO Dr. Nate discusses the above quote from Dr. Streff and gives three examples: reading, sports, and driving. Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrist that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music: Lucas Warford of . Background music: Chopin via .
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#2 - What is an Optometrist? (The 5 O's)
07/17/2017
#2 - What is an Optometrist? (The 5 O's)
Dr. Nate and Dr. Beth discuss the differences between the 5 O's: Optometrists Ophthalmologists Opticians Orthoptists Ocularists Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrist that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music by Lucas Warford of .
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#1 - Who We Are
07/08/2017
#1 - Who We Are
Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford and Dr. Beth Knighton introduce themselves and Bright Eyes Family Vision Care. Welcome to The Bright Eyes Podcast: Advice for Healthy Vision for All Ages. Your hosts are Dr. Nate Bonilla-Warford & Dr. Beth Knighton, residency-trained optometrists, that provide eye exams for glasses and contacts, and specialty services including vision therapy, myopia control, orthokeratology, and sports vision training. Bright Eyes Family Vision Care provides eye care to all ages. Bright Eyes Kids is just for children 18 and under. Their mission to empower patients by providing the best in friendly, professional, and individualized eye care. Thank you for listening. If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email us at [email protected]. The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor experienced in the area you require. This podcast is provided on the understanding that it does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment. Intro/outro music by Lucas Warford of .
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