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Real-World Applications of Ophthalmic Optics, Part 1: The Importance of Optical Measurements
The Importance of Optical Measurements Picture this situation: Your small, but thriving, private practice has two opticians, both of whom are busy helping other patients. You walk up to the front desk to see what else is on the books for...
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What You Need to Know Before Going on an Optometry Mission Trip
Quick Tips for Mission Trips Many students go on mission trips over the summer break. These trips are organized by many groups, including RAM, FCO, and SVOSH. Students travel around the country and around the world to pop-up clinics. The...
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Benefits of Working in a Private Practice as a Student
Working While in Optometry School A job outside of optometry school can be stressful. Working at a private practice takes time, energy, and focus away from studies while in school. Can it possibly be worth it? I talked with a few...
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Optometry’s Meeting 2019: My Personal Recap
I just got back from my first Optometry’s Meeting (OM) located in St. Louis, Missouri. I was given this amazing opportunity to attend a conference before even stepping foot into optometry school. That’s right, I will be starting...
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Utah Scope of Practice
The Best Snow on Earth Utah: Life in the Beehive State Salt Lake City, the capital of Utah You may think Utah is just one of many squared states in the west. However, with a few highlights you may be surprised by its intricacy. No...