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Dr. Artis Beatty on the Future of Optometry, Private Equity, and Identity
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The future of optometry continues to evolve as technology advances, patient expectations grow, and healthcare systems become more complex. In this Defocus Media conversation, Dr. Darryl Glover speaks with Dr. Artis Beatty, Chief Medical Officer of MyEyeDr., about the forces shaping the profession and the responsibility optometrists have in guiding the next era of eye care.
Their discussion explores the growing complexity of optometric practice, the role of private equity, the impact of teleoptometry on patient access, and an important topic that affects many professionals across healthcare: identity and how individuals define themselves through their work.
Dr. Beatty’s perspective comes from both his clinical background and his leadership role within one of the largest optometry organizations in the United States. His insights offer a thoughtful look at how optometrists can navigate change while staying grounded in patient care.
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Who Is Dr. Artis Beatty and What Is His Role at MyEyeDr
Dr. Artis Beatty serves as the Chief Medical Officer of MyEyeDr., where he helps guide the clinical direction and standards of care across a large network of optometry practices.
In this role, he works closely with optometrists and clinical teams to support patient care while also helping the organization navigate the realities of modern healthcare. His work sits at the intersection of clinical medicine and healthcare leadership.
While most optometrists experience the profession primarily through direct patient care in the exam lane, Dr. Beatty’s role allows him to influence care at scale. His responsibility involves ensuring that doctors have the systems, resources, and clinical infrastructure necessary to deliver consistent care across a large organization.