
Life After Optometry School — Real Talk with Dr. Amanda Aker & Dr. Nestor Garcia
About this episode
What really happens after you cross the stage and grab that optometry degree? In this episode, I sit down with two of my favorite people — Dr. Amanda Aker and Dr. Nestor Garcia — to have an honest conversation about life beyond graduation. Together we tackle some of the burning questions you’ve been asking:
- How do you navigate your first few years in practice?
- What should you prioritize when choosing where to work?
- How do you build a meaningful career while staying balanced personally and professionally?
Whether you’re a current student, a new grad, or just someone curious about the next steps in the optometry world, this conversation is packed with insights, encouragement, and practical wisdom from two people who have walked the road ahead and are passionate about helping you thrive.
Get every episode summarized
Each time The Dr. April Jasper Show publishes, we email you a written briefing from the transcript — the topics, who appeared, and any specific claims, with the ad reads skipped.
Email me new episodesFree for 3 shows. No card needed.
Hosts & guests
No transcript yet
This episode has not been transcribed. Request it and it moves to the front of the queue.
More episodes
More from The Dr. April Jasper Show

When the Eyes Deceive: Understanding Charles Bonnet Syndrome with Dr. Leo Skorin
The Dr. April Jasper Show

From Dream to Dean: Dr. Bisant Labib on Purpose, Perseverance, and Shaping the N...
The Dr. April Jasper Show

Revolutionizing Presbyopia Treatment: Exploring the New VIZZ Drop with Experts D...
The Dr. April Jasper Show

How Stellest Lenses Are Changing Myopia Control With Dr Monica Jong
The Dr. April Jasper Show