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Written by: Victoria Laws, RMU AOSA Trustee, OD-3 School: Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions College of Optometric Medicine Introduction If you’re reading this, you’re likely deep in the world of optometry school—late nights of studying optics, endless case reviews, clinical simulations, exams and the mounting pressure of learning to care for patients. I won’t […]
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Kirsten Tran, Class of 2027Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Drexel It’s Monday morning and you’re looking at the week ahead: 16 hours of clinic, two midterms, and a schedule full of lectures and labs. No matter the school or curriculum, there is one thing that most – if not all – optometry students can agree
Rediscovering Your ‘Why’: Staying Inspired in Optometry School Read More »
Balancing responsibilities in graduate school is a skill that takes multiple tries and refinements. The most important aspect of ensuring that school does not get in the way of life and vice versa is structuring your time. Having a clear understanding of what your busiest weeks are and planning ahead are two tips you’ve heard
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AZCOPT-SVOSH trip to Tecate, Mexico with SCCO OSU-Latine Community Care Day 2023 RMU-Sight Buddies at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School CCO-Volunteering at Halloween Event with 100+ Children
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As a third-year with a whole five months of clinic experience under my belt, I am certainly no expert. But I am still fully aware of (and sometimes still experience) the fear and frustration that comes with being new to seeing actual patients in the clinic. I wanted to share some secrets to success that I have
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“Sometimes self care is exercise and eating right. Sometimes it’s spending time with loved ones or taking a nap. And sometimes it’s watching an entire season of TV in one weekend while you lounge in your pajamas. Whatever soothes your soul.” – Nanea Hoffman Optometry school uses up a lot of time. Juggling courses, practicing
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1. Keep your Routine Make a schedule and delegate a set starting time each morning. Try to follow your regular class schedule. If you’re typically in class from 9am-5pm, try your best to stick with that schedule reviewing lectures and studying. If you like to workout, consider outdoor activities or working out at home with
5 Tips to Tackle Optometry School Online Read More »
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 fellow optometry students about their experiences. It was easy to come up with many
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“One of the essential qualities of the clinician is interest in humanity, for the secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient.” – Frances W Peabody, The Care of the Patient, 1927. Why do we become doctors? Perhaps it is the blessing of human kindness, the moments of compassion we have experienced in
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