Avoid the “Con” in Contacts
If you are an optometrist working in primary care, you likely cringe when you read “interest in colored contacts for Halloween” on your appointment notes. Though contact lenses can be worn year-round, there is undoubtedly a surge in...
A Look At Coronavirus For Optometry Students
Disclaimer: The information presented in this article reflects our understanding of the COVID-19 pandemic as of March 25, 2020. About COVID-19 On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic,...
5 Things To Keep in Mind When Job Hunting
Whether you are finishing your last semester of optometry school or looking for a change in employment, there are things that you absolutely cannot overlook during your search: 1. Know your state requirements! It should come as no...
Quick Tips to Decrease Optical Remakes
Troubleshooting Optical Remakes Alexander Bennett is a second year student at Western University College of Optometry. This isn't the beginning of his optical career, though. Before optometry school, he worked as an optician at...
Contract Negotiation for Dummies
We are well into the spring semester and for many 4th years in search of job opportunities, that means we are in the thick of contract negotiation season. If you are not a current 4th year or are not actively looking for job opportunities...
