Meet The Experts - Premium Ophthalmology Consulting & Training
Connect with industry-leading ophthalmology consultants specializing in Lean Six Sigma, clinical training, practice management, and operational excellence. Transform your eye care practice today.
Our Expert Ophthalmology Consultants
Meet The Experts is the premier platform connecting ophthalmology and eye care practices with specialized consultants who deliver proven results in clinical excellence, operational efficiency, financial performance, staff recruitment, leadership development, and team development.
Latrice Jones-Bey, MBA, COMT, OSC – Ophthalmic Medical Educator
Eye Train Techs & Consulting
Tagline: Revolutionizing Ophthalmic Education.
Latrice Jones-Bey draws on her extensive experience and leadership in eye care as the founder and director of Eye Train Techs & Consulting. She is recognized for delivering hands-on, competency-based ophthalmic education that empowers professionals to advance their skills and careers. With 25 years of experience, Latrice specializes in Clinical Training and Development and Quality Management Systems.
Mission: Eye Train Techs & Consulting offers comprehensive, practical training for skilled ophthalmic professionals.
Certifications
MBA, COMT (Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist), OSC
Subspecialties
Retina, Cornea, Glaucoma, Pediatrics, Neurology, Oculoplastics, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Optometry
Key Accomplishments
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Developed specialized certification review programs for COT, COA, and COMT exams
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Created skills laboratory sessions with clinical rounding and practical application
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Built NEO-OPS community network for ongoing professional development
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Curated partnerships with leading educational resources (PACT Matters book bundles)
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Consulting services to assist with operational improvement, patient experience enhancement, and clinical support staff training
Services Offered
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NEO-OPS Annual Membership – access to all lectures, workshops, videos, and resources
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Exam Reviews: COA, COT, and COMT certification preparation programs
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Skills Laboratory Sessions – 5-hour clinical skills training for practical exams
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Ongoing educational lectures and workshops
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Free 30-minute virtual consultation meetings
Why Choose Latrice Jones-Bey
Specialized focus on practical, hands-on ophthalmic education. Comprehensive exam preparation with proven success rates. Community-based approach through NEO-OPS membership. Flexible scheduling and accessible pricing with per-session rates, membership tiers, and package deals. Direct mentorship and clinical rounding experience. Customized solutions tailored to your office's specific goals and challenges. Comprehensive approach addressing clinical, operational, and financial aspects.
Client Testimonial
"Latrice's certification preparation program resulted in 95% pass rates for our staff. Her ability to make complex concepts accessible and her genuine commitment to student success set her apart." – Training Manager
Contact: ljonesbey@eyetraintechs.com | (216) 507-5764 | eyetraintechs.com
Mike Lyons, SPHR, MHRIR – Specialized HR Consultant for Healthcare
Seasoned Advice – HR Consulting
Tagline: Specialized HR Solutions For Healthcare. Get Better Results Through People.
Mike Lyons is a dedicated HR consultant with over 20 years of experience in healthcare and related fields. He delivers fractional HR services tailored for healthcare practices, ensuring regulatory adherence, team engagement, and lasting business growth. Mike specializes in Staff Recruitment and Retention, Leadership Development, Regulatory Compliance, and Practice Management and Operations.
Mission: Seasoned Advice aims to maximize payroll value and help healthcare practices, particularly ophthalmology clinics with 10 to 150 employees, navigate complex HR issues such as compliance and talent retention, enabling leaders to prioritize patient care. Services are tailored to adapt seamlessly to the specific demands of solo practices, small groups, and large practices.
Certifications
SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), MHRIR (Master of Human Resources and Industrial Relations)
Subspecialties
Retina, Cornea, Glaucoma
Key Accomplishments
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20+ years of healthcare HR expertise
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Proven track record of reducing employee turnover and improving retention
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Designed reliable systems for compliant HR processes across multiple environments
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Keynote speaker at the AAOE (American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives) opening session
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Revitalized practice cultures, shifting from high turnover to outstanding retention
Services Offered
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HR Risk Reduction & Compliance Review – handbook creation, process documentation, legal compliance
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Fractional HR Services – project, hourly, or monthly retainer
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Recruiting Improvements – application systems, hiring process development, leader training
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Staff Retention Programs – surveys, compensation analysis, focus groups, leadership training
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Employee Onboarding & I-9 Management
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FMLA & ADA Compliance
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Wage & FLSA Resolution
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Disciplinary Actions & Performance Review Systems
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Leadership Development & Training
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Culture Transformation Initiatives
Why Choose Mike Lyons
Specialized expertise in healthcare HR (not generic business consulting). Fractional model delivers expert support at a lower cost than a part-time employee with flexible hourly, per-project, or monthly retainer options. Proven results with documented employee satisfaction increases and exceptional retention. Empathetic, collaborative approach—not cookie-cutter solutions. Flexible service options scale with your practice's evolving needs.
Client Testimonial
"Mike made incredible contributions to our practice culture. He's an empathic listener, powerful communicator, and truly understands the drivers of healthcare practice culture." – Jose Agustin Martinez, MD, President, Austin Retina Associates
Contact: mike@seasoned-advice.com | (512) 522-9737 | seasoned-advice.com
Greg Spruce – Executive Recruiter | Specialist in Ophthalmology & Healthcare Leadership
GRS Talent
Greg Spruce is an executive recruiter with 5+ years of specialized experience in ophthalmology and healthcare leadership placement. He specializes in Staff Recruitment and Retention and Leadership Development, with a network of over 10,000 LinkedIn connections in the ophthalmology industry.
Mission: To be the most trusted talent partner for organizations in the Ophthalmology and specialist healthcare sector. Providing reliable, insightful, and strategic recruitment solutions that help build high-performing executive teams. Growing and nurturing a network of senior leaders, operators, and organizational decision-makers to remain the go-to resource for building the best teams in the industry.
Key Accomplishments
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5+ years of Ophthalmology Industry Recruiting Experience
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10,000+ LinkedIn Connections in the ophthalmology industry
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10,000+ LinkedIn Followers
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70+ Senior Director, VP, and C-suite placements
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Placed talent with all of the large PE-backed ophthalmology groups
Services Offered
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Executive search and talent strategy for senior leaders and operators in ophthalmology and specialist healthcare
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Market insight and benchmarking
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Leadership placement for M&A and organizational transformation
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Building high-performing, sustainable teams
Contact: greg@grs-talent.com | grs-talent.com
Cindy Smith – Fractional CFO Consultant
Mandy Cansler Consulting
Cindy Smith is a Chief Financial Strategist with 20+ years of experience as the CFO of a physician-owned ophthalmology practice and ASC. She brings deep expertise in financial analysis, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision making, empowering practices to grow on solid ground. Cindy specializes in Financial Performance Optimization and Practice Management and Operations.
Mission: Mandy Cansler Consulting partners with ophthalmology and optometry practices to clarify how the practice operates and how it performs. The approach connects clinical workflows, revenue cycle performance, and financial strategy to support sustainable growth and stronger decision-making.
Key Accomplishments
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Directed financial strategy, budgeting, and cash flow management to support growth and operational efficiency
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Analyzed revenue cycle performance, improving collections, and optimizing payer mix
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Developed dashboards and KPIs to monitor provider productivity and overall practice performance
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Supported practice expansion of satellite locations and provider recruitment
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Partnered with physicians and leadership to align financial strategy with clinical operations
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Assisted with acquisitions and practice transitions, including valuation and due diligence for physician buy-ins and sales
Services Offered
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Financial Strategy & Fractional CFO Services
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Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Optimization
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Practice Performance Analytics & Benchmarking
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Organizational Structure & Leadership Support
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Strategic Growth & Expansion
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Advisory Projects & Targeted Assessments
Why Choose Cindy Smith
Cindy partners with ophthalmology and optometry practices to clarify how the practice operates and how it performs. The approach at Mandy Cansler Consulting connects clinical workflows, revenue cycle performance, and financial strategy to support sustainable growth and stronger decision-making.
Contact: cindy@mandycanslerconsulting.com | (828) 312-1847
About Meet The Experts
Meet The Experts is the leading marketplace for ophthalmology and eye care consulting professionals. Our platform connects private practices, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), and large ophthalmology groups with specialized consultants who have real-world, hands-on experience in the field.
Whether you need help with Lean Six Sigma implementation, clinical training and development, practice management and operations, staff recruitment and retention, technology integration, patient flow optimization, quality management systems, leadership development, regulatory compliance, or financial performance optimization — our expert network has you covered.
Our consultants serve all ophthalmology subspecialties including Retina, Cornea, Glaucoma, Pediatrics, Neurology, Oculoplastics, Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Optometry, Tele-Health, and Technology integration.