Education:
Residency
July 2019 – May 2020
Puget Sound VA
Residency Responsibilities
Direct patient care with emphasis on ocular disease, retina, and low vision. Attending for students. Research and writing. Leading journal clubs.
Journal Clubs
Glaucoma Progression, AAION and GCA, Angle Closure Glaucoma, Corneal Transplants, Adult Onset Diplopia
Doctor of Optometry
May 2019
Pacific University College of Optometry
Class President
B.S.Psychology
1996 – 2003
Loyola University Chicago
GPA – 3.46
Awards & Organizations
Presidential Scholarship, Director’s Scholarship, Loyola Grant Clubs
Advertising/PR for Vegetarian Vegan Society of Loyola
Study Abroad
April 2012 – April 2012
Classes Taken
– Japanese Language
– Japanese Literature
– Fundamentals of Religion
– Chinese History
Professional Development:
Lecture Given
June 5, 2020
Malignant Hypertension: A Case Study / Portland, OR
Licensure and Certification:
April 2020 – Present
Oregon Optometric License | ATI4496
August 2019 – Present
Washington Optometric License | OD60961378
Work Experience:
August 2020 – Present
Pacific University College of Optometry
Clinical Preceptor
Responsibilities
Supervision and instruction of third year optometry students with direct clinical care in primary care optometry and contact lenses one day per week.
June 2020 – Present
Pacific Eye Group
Optometrist
Responsibilities
Direct patient care in primary care optometry and contact lenses. Administration and management of optometry office.
July 2019 – Present
Sexton Vision Group
Optometrist
Responsibilities
Full time direct patient care in primary care, contact lens and specialty lens fittings.
January 2017 – May 2018
Pacific University College of Optometry
Teaching Assistant
Ocular Disease Lab
Responsibilities
Instruction and demonstration of new procedures to students. Grading students’ homework/assignments/lab proficiencies. Organization of live patient labs.
Additional Work Experience:
September 2015 – January 2017
Pacific University College of Optometry
Building Monitor
Responsibilities
Maintenance of security and activity after hours. Monitoring students in the building.
May 2014 – June 2015
Smiling Eyes Eye Care, Bolingbrook IL
Optometric Technician
Responsibilities
Administrative work including billing and insurance. Scheduling appointments. Vendor correspondence. Pre-testing patients. Fitting and dispensing glasses. Managing inventory. Instructing new contact lens wear.
May 2011 – May 2012
Hamdard Center, Chicago IL
Tutor
Responsibilities
Supervision of grades K-8 children with schoolwork. Creation and organization of lesson plans during school term. Organization of health programs during summer term with focus on diabetes.
May 2011 – January 2012 (seasonal)
Costco Optometry, Bolingbrook IL
Optometric Technician
Responsibilities
Operation of pre-test machines. Scheduling appointments and managing patient charts. Administrative work including billing and insurance
Optometry Intern Experience:
May 2018 – August 2018
Denver VAMC
Denver, CO
Lecture Given | Rod Cone Dystrophy
August 2018 – November 2018
Davis Eye Care
Chicago, IL
November 2018 – February 2019
US Naval Hospital
Okinawa, Japan
February 2019 – May 2019
Teplick Custom Vision
Beaverton, OR
Volunteer Experience:
May 2013 – December 2013
Pre-medical Student Volunteer
Old Irving Park Community Clinic Chicago, IL
Responsibilities
Taking patient history and vitals. Organization and distribution of free medication through the MAPS program. Management of patient charts and general clerical work.
September 2009 – May 2010
Information Desk Volunteer
Edwards Hospital, Naperville IL
Responsibilities
Directing visitors. Wheelchair assistance. In-Patient deliveries.
