FYidoctors has introduced a comprehensive Dry Eye Treatment Program across its network of 270 clinics, aiming to expand access to diagnosis and management for Canadians living with Dry Eye Disease.
The initiative combines advanced diagnostic technology, personalized treatment plans and, in a growing number of clinics, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy. IPL is a non-invasive light-based treatment used to reduce eyelid inflammation, liquefy stagnant meibum and improve meibomian gland function in patients with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
According to the company, an estimated 8.2 million Canadians are affected by dry eye disease, including approximately 3.8 million who remain undiagnosed. FYidoctors says the new program is designed to address gaps in diagnosis and long-term care.
Dr. Tanya Flood, optometrist, noted that dry eye presents differently from patient to patient and requires individualized assessment. The program incorporates diagnostic tools to evaluate tear film stability, ocular surface health and gland function in order to guide tailored management plans.
In addition to in-clinic treatment and ongoing monitoring, the program includes subscription-based access to clinician-recommended dry eye relief products through the company’s online platform, intended to support adherence and long-term symptom control.
FYidoctors states that the program reflects rising demand for dry eye care, driven in part by increased screen use, demographic shifts and environmental factors.
More information about the program and participating clinics is available on the company’s website.
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In today’s workplace, stress isn’t just common, it’s constant. Shifting expectations, increased workloads, ever-changing schedules, difficult colleagues, and the pressure to “perform with a smile” can stretch even the highest-achieving professionals thin.
And when coping skills aren’t strong enough to match the stress load, people don’t simply get tired, they get overwhelmed. That overwhelm, left unaddressed, can slowly slide into burnout, disengagement, and eventually depression.
While it’s very important to acknowledge that depression is a clinical condition that requires medical care, there is a powerful truth every professional needs to know: your emotional habits either move you closer to depression or protect you from it. Emotional Intelligence (EQ) isn’t just a nice-to-have skill; it’s a preventative tool.
Using my Elevate EQ Framework, we will look at the two internal areas of Self-Awareness and Self-Management. With these, professionals can strengthen their coping strategies, stay resilient, grounded, and emotionally well, even during high-pressure periods.
Know What’s Changing Before You Reach a Breaking Point
Depression rarely arrives suddenly; it builds in quiet ways. The challenge is that most professionals don’t notice the shift until they’re already deep in it. Self-awareness is your early-warning system. We have 3 A’s of Self-Awareness to catch those changes earlier, and today we are going to look at the first one:
Assess: notice what’s happening in your body, thoughts, and energy. Ask yourself: • What am I feeling emotionally? (anxious, flat, irritable, overwhelmed) • What physical signs are showing up? (tight chest, headaches, poor sleep, tension) • What thoughts are on repeat? (“I’m failing,” “I’ll never catch up,”)
Assessing yourself physically and psychologically helps you notice emotional shifts before they turn into emotional overload. When you can see your inner state clearly, you’re far better equipped to cope, ask for what you need, and take preventative action. Self-awareness isn’t about judgment. It’s about information. And information empowers you.
Shift from Reaction to Regulation
Professionals often believe they have to “push through,” but coping isn’t about endurance, it’s about emotional regulation. And when stress begins to climb, your ability to regulate becomes one of the strongest protective factors against sliding into emotional exhaustion or depression. In my Self-Management framework, there are 3 B’s, and today we are going to focus on:
Buffer: Creating Space Before You React
When you’re overwhelmed, trying to change everything at once isn’t realistic. But building one reliable coping skill is. Buffering is the intentional pause that protects you from reacting on autopilot. It gives your brain a moment to reset and prevents stress from stacking into emotional heaviness.
Simple ways to buffer include: • Taking three slow breaths before responding • Walking away from your desk for two minutes to reset • Sitting back in your chair and releasing your shoulders
These micro-pauses may seem small, but physiologically, they stop the stress-response snowball from gaining momentum. When you buffer consistently, even in tiny doses, you prevent emotional overload from becoming emotional shutdown.
Use my Enjoy, Evolve, Earn Philosophy
Your emotional well-being directly affects your performance: •Enjoy: Coping skills help you reduce emotional pressure and create more ease in your workday. •Evolve: You build emotional agility and resilience, skills that strengthen professional potential. •Earn: You protect your productivity, reputation, communication, and long-term career trajectory. Emotionally healthy professionals make emotionally healthy decisions.
A Final Thought
You don’t need to wait until you’re in a dark place to start coping. EQ is your first line of defence. When you strengthen your emotional awareness and regulation, you build a workplace experience that supports your mental wellbeing, not one that silently erodes it.
If you want to help your team build these skills, I’d be honoured to support you through my website www. emotionalintelligenceconsultinginc.com were you can find free resources and more on Elevating your EQ!
About the Author:
Curious about Emotional Intelligence and how it can support your team? Hi, I’m Jade Bodzasy, an Emotional Intelligence Facilitator based in Kingston, ON. I love collaborating with business owners who care about creating workplaces where people can:
Enjoy their work again: with less stress, tension, and miscommunication.
Evolve into emotionally intelligent leaders who inspire, engage, and bring out the best in others.
Earn more together: by keeping great people, building stronger client relationships, and fostering a culture where everyone thrives. If this resonates with you, I’d love to connect and learn more about your team: www.emotionalintelligenceconsultinginc.com
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ClearVision Optical has announced Monica Van Duyne as the 2025 recipient of the Fred Friedfeld Memorial Scholarship, awarded in partnership with SUNY College of Optometry.
Established in 2014 by David Friedfeld, Peter Friedfeld and the Friedfeld family, the scholarship honours ClearVision founder Fred Friedfeld and supports optometry students as they complete their professional training. The award is funded through donations, including an annual fundraising campaign held during the company’s Founder’s Month in May.
Since its inception, the initiative has raised more than $110,000 and awarded 10 scholarships. Representatives of the Friedfeld family attended the November 2025 ceremony recognizing this year’s recipient.
Van Duyne, a fourth-year optometry student graduating this May, said the scholarship will help offset the financial demands of her final year, allowing her to focus on clinical education and preparation for practice.
Mimi Friedfeld Mimi and David Friedfeld
ClearVision states that the scholarship reflects its longstanding commitment to supporting optometric education through internships, university partnerships and ongoing engagement with optometry schools across the United States.
Vision Expo will return March 11–14, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, marking the event’s 40th anniversary and its first edition as a single annual show.
Co-owned by RX and The Vision Council, the 2026 edition is positioned as a unified industry gathering, bringing together opticians, optometrists, allied health professionals and suppliers for four days of education, product launches and networking.
More than 220 hours of accredited continuing education will begin March 11, with exhibits running March 12–14. Organizers report that more than 350 exhibitors are confirmed, including over 100 new companies participating on the Orlando show floor. Education sessions, exhibits and programming will take place within the same hall to facilitate movement between learning and product discovery.
Three Themed Stages Debut in 2026
A new feature for 2026 is the introduction of three dedicated show floor stages.
The NOW Stage will focus on fashion, design and trend intelligence, including the NOW Awards, a trend forecasting session and the Vision Expo Fashion Show.
The Innovation Stage will spotlight clinical advances, artificial intelligence and evolving care delivery models. Sessions include programming on AI in practice, office-based surgery and the 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge pitch competition.
The Vision Stage, located within the exhibit hall, will host accredited education, business programming and industry discussions. Sessions include cultural considerations in chronic eye disease care, a new Eyecare BOSS COPE-accredited series, and a discussion on private equity versus independent practice ownership.
Product Launches and Live Demonstrations
The 2026 edition will also feature the “Call for NEW” program, highlighting product launches and collaborations debuting at the show. Participating brands span practice management software, lens technology, optical manufacturing and eyewear design.
Organizers are also introducing a curated Live Demo schedule, with in-booth demonstrations taking place Thursday through Saturday. Technologies on display will include CNC milling, lens edging and finishing systems, in-office lens production, practice management platforms and personalized lens technologies.
Education and Student Programming
Vision Expo 2026 introduces a simplified registration model, allowing attendees to choose single-day or unlimited access without pre-selecting courses. New programming includes hands-on workshops, expanded business content and accredited sessions across optometry, opticianry and practice management.
Students will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive show floor scavenger hunt, with prizes awarded on Friday and Saturday.
Anniversary Programming
To commemorate its 40th anniversary, Vision Expo will feature a dedicated installation highlighting community-submitted photos and stories, recognition for long-time attendees and limited-edition collectibles. A vintage eyewear display, presented in partnership with the Optical Heritage Museum, will also showcase historical frames within the NOW area.
Additional details, including registration information and the full event schedule, are available on the Vision Expo website.
Source: Vision Expo
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FYidoctors expands access to dry eye care with a new national program featuring advanced diagnostics, tailored treatment plans and IPL therapy in select clinics.
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In today’s workplace, stress isn’t just common, it’s constant. Shifting expectations, increased workloads, ever-changing schedules, difficult colleagues, and the pressure to “perform with a smile” can stretch even the highest-achieving professionals thin.
Vision Expo returns to Orlando in March 2026 as a unified annual event, featuring accredited education, new product launches and a 40th anniversary celebration.
FYidoctors expands access to dry eye care with a new national program featuring advanced diagnostics, tailored treatment plans and IPL therapy in select clinics.
JOS Titan Bold is a men’s frame crafted from pure titanium, featuring bevelled edges, masculine matte tones, and beta-titanium temples for durability, flexibility, and refined fit.
In today’s workplace, stress isn’t just common, it’s constant. Shifting expectations, increased workloads, ever-changing schedules, difficult colleagues, and the pressure to “perform with a smile” can stretch even the highest-achieving professionals thin.
Vision Expo returns to Orlando in March 2026 as a unified annual event, featuring accredited education, new product launches and a 40th anniversary celebration.
FYidoctors expands access to dry eye care with a new national program featuring advanced diagnostics, tailored treatment plans and IPL therapy in select clinics.
JOS Titan Bold is a men’s frame crafted from pure titanium, featuring bevelled edges, masculine matte tones, and beta-titanium temples for durability, flexibility, and refined fit.
In today’s workplace, stress isn’t just common, it’s constant. Shifting expectations, increased workloads, ever-changing schedules, difficult colleagues, and the pressure to “perform with a smile” can stretch even the highest-achieving professionals thin.
Vision Expo returns to Orlando in March 2026 as a unified annual event, featuring accredited education, new product launches and a 40th anniversary celebration.
FYidoctors expands access to dry eye care with a new national program featuring advanced diagnostics, tailored treatment plans and IPL therapy in select clinics.
JOS Titan Bold is a men’s frame crafted from pure titanium, featuring bevelled edges, masculine matte tones, and beta-titanium temples for durability, flexibility, and refined fit.
In today’s workplace, stress isn’t just common, it’s constant. Shifting expectations, increased workloads, ever-changing schedules, difficult colleagues, and the pressure to “perform with a smile” can stretch even the highest-achieving professionals thin.
Vision Expo returns to Orlando in March 2026 as a unified annual event, featuring accredited education, new product launches and a 40th anniversary celebration.
