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For some patients, Lyme disease symptoms continue long after the initial infection. In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb and Dr. Richard Horowitz, a board-certified internist with more than four decades of experience, discuss why this may happen, including his research on bacterial biofilms and why standard tests can sometimes miss the picture. He also explains how Lyme is evaluated as a clinical diagnosis. Dr. Horowitz walks through the MSIDS model, which looks at how infections, toxins, gut health, sleep, hormones, and other factors can contribute to chronic inflammation. The conversation also touches on the debate between medical guidelines and the challenges of researching chronic Lyme. For educational purposes only. Watch Part 1 first for the full picture. Connect with Dr. Richard Horowitz: https://substack.com/@richardhorowitz1 https://cangetbetter.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Lyme disease often begins with a tick bite, but for many patients the path to a diagnosis and recovery is far more complex than a single infection. In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb sits down with Dr. Richard Horowitz, a board-certified internist with more than four decades of experience in Lyme disease and chronic illness, to discuss what ticks can carry, how quickly some infections can be transmitted, and why two people bitten by the same tick may have very different outcomes. Dr. Horowitz also explains the MSIDS model, which looks at how infections, toxins, immune function, gut health, and other factors can work together to drive persistent illness and inflammation. He shares clinical cases from his practice and the thinking behind his book Ending Chronic Illness. A thoughtful introduction for anyone trying to understand tick-borne disease and chronic symptoms. Support our special guest, Dr. Richard Horowitz, by purchasing his new book, Ending Chronic Illness, and discover his insights into Lyme disease, chronic inflammation, and persistent illness. Consider getting a copy for yourself, your healthcare provider, or someone who could benefit from his work. Get your copy here: https://cangetbetter.com/ending-chronic-illness/ Connect with Dr. Richard Horowitz: https://substack.com/@richardhorowitz1 https://cangetbetter.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Myopia management exists, it works, and it can slow your child’s vision loss but most parents have never heard of it. In this final episode of the series, Tony Sommer joins Dr. Kerry Gelb to explore why myopia treatment remains largely invisible outside the clinic, what it will take to bring it into the mainstream, and the one question every parent should ask when their child receives a stronger prescription. The conversation also covers the growing role of AI in myopia management, the future of wearables and home-based vision data, and why building a relationship between optometrists and pediatricians may be the most powerful tool for public education. A fitting close to one of our most important series on children’s vision. 👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/YbQu3qucdh0 👉 Missed Part 2? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/eIJ7BzbHmk4 Connect with Tony Sommer: https://treehouseeyes.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Myopia can be slowed but most children are still receiving standard glasses instead of treatments proven to reduce progression by up to 70%. In Part 2, Tony Sommer joins Dr. Kerry Gelb to break down the four main myopia control treatments available today, how each one works, and what the clinical evidence actually shows about their effectiveness. The conversation also covers the science of myopic defocus, the mechanism behind how modern contact lenses and optical devices slow eye elongation and why most practices have yet to adopt myopia management despite the evidence. A practical and clinically honest continuation of one of our most important series on children’s vision. 👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/YbQu3qucdh0 Connect with Tony Sommer: https://treehouseeyes.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Myopia is no longer just a vision inconvenience it is a progressive disease that is growing at epidemic rates, and the consequences of leaving it untreated go far beyond needing stronger glasses. In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb sits down with Tony Sommer, CEO of Treehouse Eyes, to discuss the global myopia crisis, why the American Medical Association now classifies myopia as a disease, and what every parent needs to understand about their child’s long-term vision risk. From the alarming rise in myopia prevalence over the past century, to the connection between screen time, outdoor exposure, and eye development, to the hyperopic reserve test that can predict myopia risk in children as young as five, this episode gives parents and eye care professionals the full picture on one of the fastest-growing vision health crises of our time. Connect with Tony Sommer: https://treehouseeyes.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/

Most people with macular degeneration are diagnosed when the disease has already progressed significantly. But dark adaptation testing is changing that detecting AMD before a single structural change appears on a scan, and doing it with greater accuracy than the visual field tests used for glaucoma. In Part 2, Dr. Wes McCann joins Dr. Kerry Gelb to explain exactly how this test works, what a failing score means and how it fits into a broader strategy of AMD management that includes OCT imaging, nutritional supplementation and early intervention. If you are over 50 or have a family history of AMD, this episode gives you the questions to ask at your next eye exam. 👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYdirzgVvnM Connect with Dr. Wes McCann: https://doctorsvisiongroup.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drwesmccann/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Macular degeneration affects more than 9 million Americans, more than glaucoma and diabetic eye disease combined and most people have no symptoms until significant vision loss has already occurred. In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb sits down with Dr. Wes McCann, an optometric physician and AMD specialist with 13 practices across Ontario, to break down the risk factors behind AMD, the role of macular pigment in protecting the retina, and why early detection through retinal imaging can make the difference between preserving vision and losing it permanently. Dr. McCann explains the three key nutrients lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin that act as the eye's natural defense against oxidative damage, and why a retinal photo that costs less than a Disney Plus subscription should be part of every eye exam. A practical, evidence-based introduction to one of the most important eye health topics of our time. 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Managing vision in patients with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's requires more than a standard eye exam. In this final episode of the series, Dr. Kerry Gelb and Dr. Alaina Short discuss the practical clinical decisions that make a real difference from why progressive lenses are not recommended for neurodegenerative patients, to how low blood pressure during sleep can damage the optic nerve and lead to normal tension glaucoma, to the emerging evidence supporting early eye muscle training in Parkinson's patients before symptoms begin. Dr. Short also explains the connection between vision loss, hearing loss, and accelerated cognitive decline and why she now refers every vision-loss patient to audiology. A clinically rich close to one of our most comprehensive series on eye health and brain disease. 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Early detection of neurodegenerative disease can change everything and the eye may be one of the most powerful diagnostic tools available. In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb and Dr. Alaina Short explore how eye doctors are identifying early signs of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's through practical in-office tools, including eye movement analysis, the clock drawing test, and emerging corneal nerve imaging technology that may one day provide an objective diagnosis of Parkinson's before symptoms begin. Dr. Short also covers posterior cortical atrophy a rare Alzheimer's variant that affects visual processing in younger patients and explains how 60% of Parkinson's patients show measurable eye signs that most clinicians are not yet trained to recognize. A scientifically grounded continuation of one of our most important series on brain health and eye care. 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

The eye is the only place in the human body where brain tissue is directly visible and that makes it one of the most powerful tools in early neurological disease detection. In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Kerry Gelb sits down with Dr. Alaina Short, an optometric physician specializing in the connection between vision and neurodegenerative disease, to explore how subtle changes in the eye can reveal early signs of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease long before other symptoms appear. Dr. Short walks through the five early warning signs of Alzheimer's, explains how vision changes differ from simply needing glasses, and discusses why the collaboration between optometry and neurology is becoming increasingly important for patient care. A foundational episode for anyone interested in brain health and preventive medicine. 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Getting healthier doesn't require a perfect diet or a complete lifestyle overhaul. In this final conversation with Dr. Steven Newman, Dr. Kerry Gelb explores the philosophy that guides his approach to patient care, moderation over deprivation. From sustainable dietary changes to practical movement strategies and the sleep habits that actually make a difference, Dr. Newman closes out this series with the advice that anyone can apply starting today. Connect with Dr. Steven Newman: https://www.araneye.com 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Most people with prediabetes believe they have time. But the science tells a different story 95% of prediabetics will develop type 2 diabetes, and the damage to their eyes and cardiovascular system has often already begun. In this episode, Dr. Kerry Gelb and Dr. Steven Newman explore the full scope of the diabetes crisis, from its dramatic rise over the past 50 years to its direct impact on vision and brain health. The conversation also covers the role of GLP-1 medications in reducing diabetic retinopathy risk, the connection between insulin resistance and Alzheimer's disease, and the lifestyle changes that can make a real difference. Part 2 of one of our most important episodes to date. Connect with Dr. Steven Newman: https://www.araneye.com 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

Your eyes are a direct reflection of your metabolic health and what you eat plays a bigger role in your vision than most people realize. In Part 1 of this episode, Dr. Kerry Gelb welcomes Dr. Steven Newman, a Florida optometric physician with advanced training in nutrition and personal fitness, for an honest conversation about the lifestyle habits that protect your sight and extend your health span. Dr. Newman covers everything from supplement basics and mercury in fish, to zone two training and blood sugar stability. A practical, grounded discussion for anyone serious about their long-term health. Don't miss Part 2. Connect with Dr. Steven Newman: https://www.araneye.com 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

What if the traditional optometry waiting room disappeared completely? In Part 2 of our conversation with Frank Carpino, we explore how thoughtful office design can transform the patient experience and potentially the performance of an optometry practice. Frank shares why he believes waiting rooms are a thing of the past and explains how practices can create dynamic, welcoming gallery style environments where patients can explore eyewear, interact with staff, and feel comfortable from the moment they walk through the door. Frank also shares an important message for optometrists: the demand for better vision continues to grow, and practices have an incredible opportunity to evolve alongside new technology and changing patient expectations. If you're an optometrist thinking about opening, remodeling, or improving your practice, this conversation is packed with ideas to help you rethink what an eye care experience can look like. 👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/69jb2M_ldog Connect with Frank Carpino: https://eyeevolvedesign.com/ 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/

In this episode, Dr. Kerry Gelb sits down with award-winning optical designer Frank Carpino, to explore the psychology behind eye care office design. Frank shares how he went from a background in construction to designing spaces that build trust and comfort from choosing the right number of eyewear frames to display, to eliminating the traditional reception desk in favor of a more welcoming, retail-inspired experience. Frank also breaks down how demographics, location, and even climate shape the design of a modern eye care practice, and where the industry is headed with trends like myopia management and in-office aesthetics. 🔔 Subscribe to Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb for weekly episodes on longevity, eye health, and whole body wellness. Connect with Dr. Kerry Gelb: 🌐 wellness1280.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drkerrygelb/ Thanks to: https://coopervision.com/