About the book
The End of Shoptometry explores how AI glasses, kiosks, and retail disruption are reshaping the future of optometry.The book argues that the traditional retail-driven model of “shoptometry” is being disrupted by automation, while a more clinical, procedural, and therapeutic future — “doctometry” — is emerging.Written for optometrists, students, and anyone interested in the future of healthcare, technology, and professional change.
About Andrew
Andrew Gay is an Australian optometrist and writer exploring the future of optometry, AI disruption, systems thinking, and dry eye care.
Thesis Updates
This site will periodically track major developments in:AI glasses
kiosks
doctometry vs shoptometry
and the evolving future of optometry.