Endocrinologist Hans Selye defined stress as a nonspecific response to pressure or demand, and this is still true today. Optometry school demands many factors that can cause stress, from workload to studying for exams, financial commitments and many more. Understanding the effects of stress on our minds and bodies and what we can do to …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
A Note to First Year Optometry Students Dear Future Doctor, Congratulations on entering optometry school! You absolutely deserve it! You have worked so diligently and persistently for many years to get to where you are. Only you know the time and effort you put in to maintain your excellent grades and extracurriculars, ace your OATs, …
Pre-Requisite Classes: Why They Matter I got my undergraduate degree at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (Go Mocs!) and graduated in 2014 with a BS in Biology before starting optometry school in 2015. Before optometry school, there are certain pre-requisite classes you need to take. Different schools require different classes, but all schools require a strong …
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Life Hacks for Optometry Students Rachel Bryant is a member of the class of 2021 at Pacific University College of Optometry, and is a new member of the OptometryStudents.com team. This is her first article for the site. Here are some useful life hacks that have helped take some of the stress out of the Optometry …
Fall Eye Health and Safety The fall season is officially upon us, and, as optometrists and optometry students, there are a few concerns for your patients’ eyes during this season of pumpkins and leaves. Here are a few ways you can help your patients this season. Allergies During the fall, there are different allergens …
