Brain Talks: Optimizing Cognitive Performance through Vision with Dr. Cam McCrodan
In this eye-opening episode of The Well Nurtured Brain, Dr. Pam welcomes Dr. Cam McCrodan, an optometrist and leading expert in neurovisual performance. Together, they explore how our eyes and brain work in tandem - not just to see clearly, but influencing everything from dizziness and migraines to reading, focus, and mental stamina. Dr. McCrodan explains why traditional eye exams often miss crucial elements of visual function, how modern life places unnatural demands on our vision, and how we can improve cognitive performance and overall well-being through our vision care.
Key topics discussed:
✅ The hidden role of vision in brain function and recovery
✅ How concussions can disrupt vision and what to do about it
✅ The impact of reading and screen time on eye health
✅ Why traditional optometry often overlooks neurovisual performance
✅ How lenses and therapy can optimize vision and reduce mental fatigue
Dr. McCrodan’s work is a game-changer for anyone struggling with visual fatigue, dizziness, or difficulty reading and focusing. Tune in to discover how improving your vision can improve your brain health!
Guest Bio: Dr. Cam McCrodan is an optometrist and leading expert in neurovisual performance, known for bringing an engineering mindset to optometry. With a foundation in engineering, Dr. McCrodan takes a systematic and innovative approach to understanding the intricate connection between the eyes and brain. His groundbreaking work focuses on how this system impacts various conditions and symptoms, such as:
Concussions and their lingering effects
ADHD and dyslexia
Migraines and headaches
Chronic dizziness and balance problems
Cognitive fatigue and reduced focus
Dr. McCrodan’s approach goes beyond traditional eye care, addressing key visual functions like binocular vision, eye tracking, depth perception, and visual-vestibular integration. By improving these areas, he helps patients reduce cognitive strain and enhance performance in:
Reading, focus, and concentration
Cognitive performance and mental stamina
Everyday tasks and quality of life
Connect with Dr. McCrodan:
Book an appointment: https://opto-mization.janeapp.com
Watch the TEDX https://youtu.be/L0pljgXZ_GA
Read the book: https://www.amazon.ca/Optomize-Concussion-Attention-Comprehension-Performance-ebook/dp/B086B8ZP48
