Doctor Eye Health Podcast

Joseph Allen
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Your eyes are talking. Learn to listen. The Doctor Eye Health Podcast keeps eye care simple and practical.. Rooted in timeless clinical wisdom with modern optometry research, Dr. Joseph Allen, a board-certified eye doctor and trusted educator, delivers vision care tips that help you protect your eyesight for life. This optometry podcast covers the topics people actually search for: dry eye routines that work, eye floater treatments, myopia control, cataracts, glaucoma, thyroid eye disease, and eye strain from screen time. You’ll also hear clear talk on blue light, contact lens hygiene, kids’ vision, nutrition for eye and brain health, red light therapy, smart eyewear, and when LASIK or other eye surgeries make sense. Whether you wear glasses or contacts, are preparing for an eye exam, study optometry, or just want daily eye health tips, you’ll find practical steps you can use at home and in the clinic. Dr. Allen brings in world-class experts to explain what works, what doesn’t, and what’s still being studied. New content drops reliably: one in-depth interview each month and at least one bite-size weekly lesson with usable checklists, myth busting, and vision advice you can trust. What you will learn ✅ How to build daily habits that reduce eye strain and protect vision ✅ Clear, evidence-based explainers on eye diseases and treatment options ✅ Which supplements and nutrition choices support eye and brain health ✅ How sleep, stress, hormones, and inflammation affect your eyesight ✅ What to ask your eye doctor and how to prep for exams or surgery ✅ The truth about blue light, red light therapy, smart eyewear, and LASIK Tap follow and turn on notifications so the next episode is always in your line of sight. The Doctor Eye Health Podcast gives you trusted insight from a board-certified optometrist, approachable education that fits a normal day, and a balanced view that connects the clinic to everyday life. Stronger habits. Smarter choices. Healthier eyes. About the Host Dr. Joseph Allen is a board-certified optometrist and educator who makes eye health education simple and evidence-based. He connects vision, brain, sleep, and lifestyle so listeners can protect sight with confidence. On Doctor Eye Health, he blends classic clinical wisdom with current research and eye health tips you can use today. Resource Links Website: www.doctoreyehealth.com YouTube: Doctor Eye Health Instagram: @doctoreyehealth TikTok: @doctoreyehealth Facebook: Doctor Eye Health LinkedIn: Dr. Joseph Allen Disclaimer: The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content and information is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. In addition, some of the links in this post may be affiliate links, meaning, at no cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.

  1. When Dry Eye Turns Into Chronic Eye Pain - Expert Discussion

    1D AGO

    When Dry Eye Turns Into Chronic Eye Pain - Expert Discussion

    When dry eyes turn into chronic eye pain, it may no longer be just a tear problem. Severe dry eye can evolve into neuropathic eye pain and neurotrophic keratitis due to corneal nerve damage and trigeminal nerve dysfunction. Why do some people have intense eye pain with a normal exam, while others have corneal damage but feel nothing? Dr. Joseph Allen is joined by cornea specialist Dr. Laura Periman and neuro-optometrist Dr. Jacqueline Theis to break down the science behind chronic ocular pain. In This Episode You Will Learn✅ Why dry eye can become chronic eye pain ✅ The role of inflammation in corneal nerve damage ✅ How neuropathic eye pain develops ✅ What neurotrophic keratitis really means ✅ Why anti-inflammatory treatment alone may not work ✅ How concussion and brain injury affect dry eye symptoms ✅ The connection between TMJ, neck tension, and eye pain ✅ Why chronic ocular pain needs emotional and sleep support Subscribe to the Doctor Eye Health Podcast for trusted vision care education and expert insights that help you understand the powerful connection between lifestyle choices and your eye health. Timestamps00:00 When dry eye becomes chronic eye pain 02:21 Inflammation and corneal nerve damage 03:18 Neurosensory dry eye after brain injury 06:27 How the trigeminal nerve connects eye and brain 12:32 Chronic inflammation and hyperalgesia 17:17 Neurotrophic keratitis vs neuropathic pain 21:35 Trigeminal neuralgia and nerve treatment 23:12 Botox, bruxism, and referred eye pain 27:11 Proparacaine challenge test explained 35:07 Pain management medications and PRP 37:06 Anxiety, sleep, and chronic ocular pain 👀 Watch: My Struggle with Dry Eyes https://youtu.be/sE-IRvy8d6o?si=6EbpBBaOFRtxrpLeKey Takeaways🔹 Dry eye can progress into chronic eye pain when corneal nerves become damaged 🔹 Neuropathic eye pain may exist even when the eye surface looks normal 🔹 Neurotrophic keratitis may cause damage without pain 🔹 Chronic ocular pain requires a team-based approach About the Guests: Dr Laura Periman Dry Eye Master Board-certified ophthalmologist Cornea and refractive surgery fellowship trained Founder, Perryman Eye Institute, Seattle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraperiman/ Website: https://dryeyemaster.com/about-laura-periman/ Jacqueline Theis, OD, FAAO, FNAP Residency-trained neuro-optometrist Specialist in brain injury and neurosensory dysfunction Practicing within a multidisciplinary brain injury center in Richmond, Virginia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-theis-od-faao/ Website: a href="https://concussioncarecentre.com/traumatic-brain-injury-specialists/jacqueline-theis/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    46 min
  2. Warm Compresses for Dry Eye: You’re Probably Doing It Wrong.

    FEB 11

    Warm Compresses for Dry Eye: You’re Probably Doing It Wrong.

    Warm compresses for dry eyes are one of the most recommended treatments, yet most people are doing them wrong. Dr. Joseph Allen explains how warm compress therapy works, the correct time and temperature, and how heat supports meibomian gland function, tear film stability, and long-term relief from dry eye disease, meibomian gland dysfunction MGD, blepharitis, and eyelid inflammation, while also covering evidence based methods, eyelid massage, rosacea considerations, safety concerns, and when cold compresses may be the better option for irritated eyes. If you struggle with dry eyes, burning, fluctuating vision, or eyelid irritation, this episode provides practical, research-backed guidance you can start using immediately. In This Episode You Will Learn✅ What warm compresses actually do for dry eye disease ✅ How heat helps melt thickened oils in the meibomian glands ✅ Why washcloth warm compresses are the least effective option ✅ The ideal temperature and duration for safe, effective results ✅ Why daily consistency matters more than intensity ✅ When eyelid massage is helpful and when it can cause harm ✅ How rosacea can change warm compress recommendations ✅ When cold compresses may be a better choice ✅ Which warm compress devices eye doctors trust most Subscribe to the Doctor Eye Health Podcast for trusted vision care education and expert insights that help you understand the powerful connection between lifestyle choices and your eye health. Eye Compress Products and ResourcesCompresses and Eyelid Hygiene Products https://helpmyze.com/collections/doctor-eye-health use code DEH10 for 10% your order of $35 or more! Air Activated Masks (single use, great for travel) Tear Restore EyeRelax with Mint: https://amzn.to/4kbMHcqBruder Eyedration: https://amzn.to/4rCAUr6MYZE (coming soon) Microwavable Masks MYZE (coming soon)Bruder https://bit.ly/3sCTCnl (Use code EYEHEALTH10 for 10% off) Self-Heating (OPEN-EYE DESIGN) Tear Restore https://bit.ly/TearRestore Use code DrEyeHealth for 15% off Rechargeable Mask BlinkJoy https://amzn.to/3ZlWSmn Eyelid Cold Compress Bruder Cold Compress: https://amzn.to/4rErziK Key Timestamps00:00 What warm compresses for dry eyes03:37 How meibomian gland dysfunction develops05:36 How eyelid warm compresses help dry eyeli...

    27 min
  3. My Struggle With Dry Eye (And What Finally Helped)

    FEB 4

    My Struggle With Dry Eye (And What Finally Helped)

    Dry eye syndrome can cause burning, irritation, fluctuating vision, and long-term damage to the corneal surface. In this episode, Dr. Joseph Allen shares his personal dry eye journey, what actually causes dry eye disease, and how omega-3 supplements, lifestyle habits, and modern treatments can help stabilize the tear film and bring dry eye into remission. From contact lens wear and screen time to meibomian gland dysfunction, IPL therapy, and omega-3 dosing, this episode breaks down what really works for long-term dry eye relief. In This Episode You Will Learn ✅ Why dry eye often starts with contact lens use, screen time, and reduced blinking ✅ What meibomian gland dysfunction is and how it impacts tear film stability ✅ How omega-3 supplements support eye lubrication and reduce inflammation ✅ Why warm compresses and eyelid hygiene improve oil gland function ✅ How IPL therapy and modern dry eye treatments improve long-term outcomes ✅ Why lifestyle habits like sleep, diet, humidity, and exercise matter for dry eye ✅ How dry eye can go into remission but still requires maintenance Key Timestamps 00:00 Dr. Allen’s personal dry eye journey02:30 What causes meibomian gland dysfunction05:20 Warm compress benefits and eyelid hygiene08:02 Contact lenses and dry eye progression12:31 Omega-3s and lifestyle changes for dry eye14:02 IPL therapy and advanced treatments18:00 Eye surgery decisions and dry eye risk23:48 Maintaining remission and long-term eye health28:00 Resources and next steps Key Takeaways 💎 Dry eye is more than irritation. It impacts vision quality, eye health, and daily comfort. 💎 Omega-3 supplements help support tear quality and reduce inflammatory stress on the eye. 💎 Meibomian gland dysfunction is one of the most common drivers of dry eye disease. 💎 Lifestyle habits like sleep, hydration, humidity, and screen breaks seriously matter. About the Host Dr. Joseph Allen is an optometrist, educator, and host of the Doctor Eye Health Podcast and YouTube channel. He specializes in dry eye disease, contact lenses, and ocular health education. Dr. Allen regularly lectures nationally and internationally on eye care innovations and patient education. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: Doctor Eye Health YouTube: Doctor Eye Health Instagram: @doctoreyehealth TikTok: Doctor Eye Health Facebook:a href="https://www.facebook.com/DoctorEyeHealth" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    29 min
  4. Eye Doctor Explains: Omega-3s for Dry Eye

    JAN 28

    Eye Doctor Explains: Omega-3s for Dry Eye

    Dry eyes, burning, redness, irritation, blurry vision, and eye fatigue affect millions of people every day. If you’ve ever struggled with dry eye syndrome, you’ve probably tried artificial tears, warm compresses, eye drops, and lifestyle changes with mixed results. But what if the best natural treatment for dry eyes isn’t another eye drop at all? In this episode of the Dr. Eye Health Podcast, Dr. Joseph Allen breaks down the science behind omega-3 fatty acids for dry eye treatment and why omega-3 supplementation has become one of the most researched natural solutions for improving tear production, reducing inflammation, and preventing tear film evaporation. You’ll learn exactly how omega-3s support eye health at a cellular level, how they improve meibomian gland function, and why inflammation plays such a major role in chronic dry eye symptoms. Dr. Allen explains the difference between dietary omega-3 sources and omega-3 supplements, how much omega-3 you should take for dry eye relief, which forms absorb best, and how long it realistically takes to see results. The episode also covers supplement safety, counterfeit supplement risks, third-party testing, and how to read omega-3 labels correctly so you know what you’re actually getting. If you’re searching for a natural dry eye treatment, want to improve eye comfort, reduce inflammation, protect long-term eye health, and make smarter supplement decisions, this episode delivers practical, evidence-based guidance you can actually use. In This Episode You Will Learn ✅ What causes dry eye syndrome and why tears evaporate too quickly ✅ Why omega-3 fatty acids are the best natural treatment for dry eyes ✅ How omega-3s reduce inflammation in the eye and eyelids ✅ How omega-3s improve tear production and meibomian gland function ✅ Diet vs supplementation for omega-3 absorption ✅ How much omega-3 to take for dry eye relief ✅ Triglyceride vs ethyl ester omega-3 forms ✅ How long it takes to see real dry eye improvement ✅ How to avoid counterfeit or low-quality supplements Timestamps (00:00)  What dry eye syndrome is and why tears evaporate(00:28)  Why omega-3s are the best natural dry eye treatment(01:48)  The debate around omega-3 supplementation(03:36)  What omega-3 fatty acids are and where they come from(04:54)  Omega-3 benefits for inflammation, heart, brain, and retina(05:11)  How omega-3s reduce inflammation in dry eye(05:29)  How omega-3s improve tear production(06:04)  Meibomian glands and tear evaporation explained(07:18)  Best food sources for omega-3s(08:06)  Plant sources vs fish sources of omega-3(08:27) Omega-3 supplements and counterfeit risks(10:23)  How to test your omega-3 levels(11:47)  Recommended omega-3 dosage for dry eyes(12:45)  EPA vs DHA for eye health(12:50)  Triglyceride vs ethyl ester absorption(13:53)  How long omega-3s take to work(14:25)  When to see an eye doctor for dry eye(17:30)  Dr. Allen’s personal omega-3 experiment Key Takeaways 🔷 Omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation that drives dry eye symptoms. 🔷 Omega-3s improve tear production and tear film stability. 🔷 Meibomian gland function improves with consistent omega-3 intake. 🔷 Diet alone may not provide enough bioavailable...

    18 min
  5. They Lied to You About Eye Vitamins

    JAN 21

    They Lied to You About Eye Vitamins

    You’ve been told to take eye vitamins. You’ve seen lutein supplements everywhere. You’ve probably heard that leafy greens protect your vision and that nutrition alone should be enough. But what if most of what you’ve been told about eye vitamins, retinal health, and vision supplements is outdated, incomplete, or just flat wrong? In the Doctor Eye Health Podcast, Dr. Joseph Allen sits down with Professor John Nolan, one of the world’s leading researchers in macular carotenoids, eye nutrition, and brain health, to break down the real science behind eye vitamins, lutein, zeaxanthin, macular pigment density, and how nutrition impacts both visual performance and cognitive health. You’ll learn why the eye is a biomarker for brain nutrition and cognitive function, why most people are severely deficient in carotenoids, and why diet alone often fails to deliver enough lutein to support retinal health. Professor Nolan explains how absorption actually works, why supplement quality and label accuracy matter more than most consumers realize, and how poorly regulated supplements can undermine eye health outcomes. The conversation also explores how macular pigment improves contrast sensitivity, night vision, and visual processing speed, why athletes and high performers are often deficient in eye nutrients, and how emerging research connects eye vitamins to inflammation, oxidative stress, Alzheimer’s risk, and cardiometabolic health. If you care about eye health, brain health, vision supplements, macular degeneration prevention, or evidence-based nutrition, this episode gives you the clarity most marketing won’t. In This Episode You Will Learn ✅ Why Many Eye Vitamins Fail to Deliver Real Clinical Benefits ✅ How Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Meso-Zeaxanthin Support Retinal and Brain Health ✅ Why the Eye Acts as a Biomarker for Cognitive Performance ✅ How Macular Pigment Improves Contrast Sensitivity and Night Driving Sponsor - MacuHealth Vitreous Health Supplement (Use code ALLEN20 for 20% off) https://macuhealth.com Timestamps(00:00) They Lied to You About Eye Vitamins (11:21) How carotenoids accumulate in the retina and connect to brain health (17:58) Diet vs supplementation and the $6 spinach smoothie experiment (18:37) Why supplement quality, testing, and validation matter (19:38) The problem with supplement regulation and misleading labels (21:00) How certified supplement programs protect patients and doctors (22:07) How much lutein and carotenoids people actually get from food (26:37) What supplementation improves for vision and eye disease risk (27:39) How macular pigment improves contrast sensitivity and night driving (28:49) Why athletes and high performers are often nutrient deficient (37:48) How carotenoids reduce inflammation and oxidized LDL (44:26) Lifestyle changes that support long-term eye and brain health (46:33) Sleep research and emerging nutrition science Key Takeaways 🔷 The eye is a powerful indicator of brain nutrition and cognitive health 🔷 Most people are significantly deficient in retinal carotenoids 🔷 Not all eye vitamins are created equal and many fail quality testing 🔷 Increasing macular pigment improves contrast sensitivity and visual clarity 🔷 Long-term consistency delivers the strongest benefits Guest Bio Professor John Nolan is a globally recognized nutritional biochemist and...

    49 min
  6. 7 Bad Habits Making Dry Eye Worse

    JAN 14

    7 Bad Habits Making Dry Eye Worse

    Dry eye treatment doesn't have to be complicated when you understand the habits sabotaging your progress. In this episode of the Dr. Eye Health podcast, Dr. Joseph Allen reveals seven common mistakes that worsen dry eye disease and prevent healing—even when you're using eye drops regularly. From digital eye strain and screen time to neglecting eyelid hygiene and choosing the wrong artificial tears, these overlooked factors could be the reason your eyes aren't improving. Discover practical, evidence-based solutions for managing environmental triggers, improving tear film quality, and finally getting relief from chronic irritation. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How excessive screen time disrupts your blinking patterns and accelerates tear film evaporation, plus strategies to reduce digital eye strain ✅ Why using the wrong eye drops with harsh preservatives like BAK can make dry eyes worse ✅ The critical role of eyelid hygiene in preventing blepharitis and inflammation that blocks oil glands and worsens dry eye symptoms ✅ How environmental factors, autoimmune conditions, diet, and even sleeping with eyes partially open contribute to chronic dry eye disease Subscribe to the Doctor Eye Health Podcast for trusted vision care education and expert insights that help you understand the powerful connection between lifestyle choices and your eye health. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Seven bad habits that worsen dry eye disease despite using eye drops and treatments (00:57) Excessive screen time reduces blinking frequency and causes incomplete blinks, accelerating tear film evaporation (01:44) Environmental factors like air conditioning contribute to dry eyes, as well as a lack of eyelid hygiene and cleaning eyelashes, which prevents blepharitis (03:45) Avoiding harmful eye drops with BAK preservatives and choosing preservative-free artificial tears, and sleeping with eyes partially open (05:31) Not managing other health conditions and eating food and drink that cause inflammation KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Sleeping with eyes partially open causes chronic overnight exposure that prevents corneal healing—Use nighttime ointments, sleep masks, or eyelid tape for protection 💎 "Get the red out" drops containing vasoconstrictors create a rebound effect, making redness and irritation worse over time 💎 Managing underlying health conditions like diabetes, rosacea, and hormone issues is essential, as these trigger inflammatory flare-ups that worsen dry eye symptoms ABOUT THE GUEST: RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: Doctor Eye Health YouTube: Doctor Eye Health Instagram: @doctoreyehealth TikTok: Doctor Eye Health Facebook: Doctor Eye Health LinkedIn: Dr. Joseph Allen My Favorite Eye Drops for Dry Eyes: • Best Eye Drops for Dry Eyes - Eye Drops Ex... My Favorite Warm Eye Compresses Tear Restore EyeRelax with Mint:a href="https://amzn.to/46chUYT" rel="noopener...

    8 min
  7. My Health Journey

    JAN 7

    My Health Journey

    Dr. Joseph Allen shares his personal eye health journey on the Doctor Eye Health Podcast, revealing how childhood vision symptoms, such as migraine with aura and eye floaters, sparked his passion for optometry. His path through optometry school exposed him to patients with chronic disease challenges, including systemic inflammation and diabetes. Discovering how diet and exercise enabled type 2 diabetes remission, he experimented with whole foods diet approaches that improved his gut health and eczema treatment. This episode explores how diet and exercise affect eye health and why he created the Doctor Eye Health channel for accessible vision care education. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How childhood vision symptoms like migraine with aura and eye floaters can spark curiosity about your eye health journey and lead to a career in vision care education ✅ Why diet and exercise play a critical role in managing chronic disease prevention, systemic inflammation, and even achieving type 2 diabetes remission while protecting your eyes ✅ The powerful connection between gut health and vision, including how a whole foods diet and plant-based nutrition can improve conditions like eczema treatment and overall eye wellness ✅ What motivated Dr. Allen to create the Doctor Eye Health Podcast, and why does understanding the relationship between lifestyle factors and contact lenses, eye doctor visits, and comprehensive vision care matter for everyone Subscribe to the Doctor Eye Health Podcast for trusted vision care education and expert insights that help you understand the powerful connection between lifestyle choices and your eye health. TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) Dr. Allen discovers the secret to healthy eyes, and he shares his personal eye health journey with migraine with aura, which sparked early curiosity about the visual system (04:53) Getting contact lenses in junior high transforms confidence and solidifies positive eye doctor experiences that inspire an optometry career (08:01) Discovering that gut health issues and eczema were tied to dairy intolerance reveals how systemic inflammation affects multiple body systems (12:20) Learning about type 2 diabetes remission through a whole foods diet leads to a three-month plant-based nutrition experiment with transformative results (16:00) Experimenting with plant-based nutrition and increasing fruits, vegetables, and greens improves gut health, skin, and energy levels significantly (19:58) Early subscribers validate the need for this podcast, and Dr. Allen emphasizes being curious about health symptoms and understanding that the eyes, mind, and body are interconnected KEY TAKEAWAYS: 💎 Systemic inflammation shows up early in the gut health, eyes, and skin—being curious and proactive about your vision symptoms can lead to significant health discoveries and better chronic disease prevention 💎 Traditional medical training often focuses on treating symptoms rather than addressing root causes, but diet and exercise, combined with whole foods diet approaches, can create powerful transformations in both eye health journey and overall wellness 💎 Personal health experiences with migraine with aura, eye floaters, and eczema treatment inspired Dr. Allen to a deeper vision care education and motivated him to share knowledge to help others find answers about their own eye concerns RESOURCES MENTIONED: Website: Doctor Eye Health YouTube: Doctor Eye Health Instagram:a

    23 min
  8. 7 Eye Diseases That Can Steal Your Vision

    12/31/2025

    7 Eye Diseases That Can Steal Your Vision

    Most eye diseases develop slowly and quietly, with zero pain and almost no warning signs until permanent damage has already happened. In this episode, Dr. Joseph Allen breaks down the seven most common eye diseases that can silently steal your sight, how to spot them early, and what you can do right now to protect your vision for life. Dr. Allen explains why conditions like amblyopia, myopia, dry eye disease, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma affect millions of people worldwide, often without symptoms. You will learn the red flags to watch for, the lifestyle changes that actually make a difference, and modern treatment options that can help prevent irreversible vision loss. Whether you are a parent, someone with a family history of eye disease, or just trying to stay ahead of your health, this episode gives you a clear, practical guide to the most important threats to your eyesight. In This Episode You Will Learn ✅ The 7 most common eye diseases and who is most at risk ✅ Early warning signs that often go unnoticed ✅ What makes some eye diseases completely preventable ✅ How lifestyle, genetics, and health conditions impact your vision ✅ When to get checked and how often Want weekly eye and health tips that actually help? Join the Doctor Eye Health newsletter at DoctorEyeHealth.com Timestamps 00:00 What if vision loss happens with no symptoms00:27 Meet Dr. Joseph Allen and today’s topic00:52 Overview of the 7 eye diseases01:03 Disease 1: Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)02:13 Why amblyopia develops and why early exams matter03:02 Disease 2: Myopia (Nearsightedness)04:05 Warning signs and risk of severe myopia05:01 How to slow myopia progression06:25 Disease 3: Dry Eye Disease07:00 Symptoms, pain, blurry vision, and triggers08:17 Why early treatment prevents long term damage08:52 Disease 4: Cataracts09:20 Early symptoms and what to watch for10:02 Prevention and why cataract surgery works so well10:58 Disease 5: Diabetic Retinopathy11:33 Why early stages have zero symptoms12:29 Preventing progression and treatment options13:11 Disease 6: Age Related Macular Degeneration14:00 Early warning signs and lifestyle risk factors15:03 How to slow AMD progression15:59 Disease 7: Glaucoma16:41 Why it is called the silent thief of sight17:02 How pressure damages the optic nerve17:51 Prevention and current treatments18:33 Final takeaways and how to protect your visio19:22 Newsletter resources and where to learn more Key Takeaways 🔹 Many eye diseases cause no pain or noticeable symptoms early on 🔹 Childhood screenings alone are not enough to catch amblyopia 🔹 Myopia progression can often be slowed with outdoor time and specific treatments 🔹 Dry eye disease is more complex than lack of tears and needs early care 🔹 Cataracts are common and highly treatable with modern surgery 🔹 Diabetic retinopathy often goes unnoticed until bleeding occurs 🔹 Macular degeneration and glaucoma can cause irreversible vision loss without regular exams Guest Bio Dr. Joseph Allen is a board certified optometrist, educator, and creator of the Doctor Eye Health channel. His mission is to make eye care easy to understand, accessible, and empowering for patients. His content reaches millions of viewers who want trusted information about eye health, vision protection, and new treatment...

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Your eyes are talking. Learn to listen. The Doctor Eye Health Podcast keeps eye care simple and practical.. Rooted in timeless clinical wisdom with modern optometry research, Dr. Joseph Allen, a board-certified eye doctor and trusted educator, delivers vision care tips that help you protect your eyesight for life. This optometry podcast covers the topics people actually search for: dry eye routines that work, eye floater treatments, myopia control, cataracts, glaucoma, thyroid eye disease, and eye strain from screen time. You’ll also hear clear talk on blue light, contact lens hygiene, kids’ vision, nutrition for eye and brain health, red light therapy, smart eyewear, and when LASIK or other eye surgeries make sense. Whether you wear glasses or contacts, are preparing for an eye exam, study optometry, or just want daily eye health tips, you’ll find practical steps you can use at home and in the clinic. Dr. Allen brings in world-class experts to explain what works, what doesn’t, and what’s still being studied. New content drops reliably: one in-depth interview each month and at least one bite-size weekly lesson with usable checklists, myth busting, and vision advice you can trust. What you will learn ✅ How to build daily habits that reduce eye strain and protect vision ✅ Clear, evidence-based explainers on eye diseases and treatment options ✅ Which supplements and nutrition choices support eye and brain health ✅ How sleep, stress, hormones, and inflammation affect your eyesight ✅ What to ask your eye doctor and how to prep for exams or surgery ✅ The truth about blue light, red light therapy, smart eyewear, and LASIK Tap follow and turn on notifications so the next episode is always in your line of sight. The Doctor Eye Health Podcast gives you trusted insight from a board-certified optometrist, approachable education that fits a normal day, and a balanced view that connects the clinic to everyday life. Stronger habits. Smarter choices. Healthier eyes. About the Host Dr. Joseph Allen is a board-certified optometrist and educator who makes eye health education simple and evidence-based. He connects vision, brain, sleep, and lifestyle so listeners can protect sight with confidence. On Doctor Eye Health, he blends classic clinical wisdom with current research and eye health tips you can use today. Resource Links Website: www.doctoreyehealth.com YouTube: Doctor Eye Health Instagram: @doctoreyehealth TikTok: @doctoreyehealth Facebook: Doctor Eye Health LinkedIn: Dr. Joseph Allen Disclaimer: The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content and information is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. In addition, some of the links in this post may be affiliate links, meaning, at no cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.

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  • Creator
    Joseph Allen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Joseph Allen
  • Show Website
    Doctor Eye Health Podcast

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