Precision and Purpose - Dr. Francesco Carones on Refractive Surgery and Entrepreneurship

In this episode of The Visionary Doc, Dr. Shehz sits down with Dr. Francesco Carones, a world-renowned refractive surgeon from Milan, Italy, to discuss the intersection of medicine and entrepreneurship. Dr. Carones shares his journey from becoming an ophthalmologist to building a thriving private practice that prioritizes patient care and autonomy, offering deep insights into the strategic planning and mindset that drive success in both fields.

Topic Notes:

• Early Career and Influences: Dr. Carones shares how his father’s ophthalmology career influenced him, though he initially resisted following the same path.
• Refractive Surgery: Why it requires more brainwork than handwork and how Dr. Carones became a leader in this field.
• Entrepreneurship in Medicine: Transitioning from a hospital setting to private practice and how entrepreneurship became a lifestyle for Dr. Carones.
• Time Management and Freedom: The 168-hour rule and how Dr. Carones allocates time to maintain a balance between work and family.
• Patient-Centered Care: Building trust with patients through education and collaboration, rather than just clinical authority.

Conclusion:

The episode underscores the importance of finding freedom and autonomy in both medicine and entrepreneurship. Dr. Carones provides a compelling narrative on how doctors can align their careers with their personal values, while always prioritizing the patient experience. His journey highlights that with the right mindset, physicians can build successful, fulfilling careers that go beyond the operating room.

About The Host:

Dr. Shehz's journey from an undocumented immigrant to a U.S. citizen mirrors the transformative power of the vision he now champions. As an eye surgeon turned wealth coach, he guides high achievers to sharpen their inner vision, turning life's hazy ambitions into a focused sense of meaning. In today's world, you need time and money to achieve your purpose driven goals, and Dr. Shehz teaches how to have an abundance of both. His mission extends beyond correcting physical sight; he empowers individuals to envision and manifest their highest potential, celebrating the clarity of aligning one's life with their true north. Dr. Shehz helps natural-born leaders rewrite their stories, ignite their purpose, and create lives of boundless impact and fulfillment through his transformative coaching, cutting-edge AI-based courses, and speaking engagements.

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