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NBEO Part 2: An Experience
BOARDS. At first blush, this word tends to illicit anxiety among OD students. Rightfully so, as these exams determine the outcome for our licenses and residencies. We spend countless hours studying, reviewing, creating mnemonics, all...
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Mastering optics: Team-based learning is the key
Having spent only one week on optics in my undergraduate physics course, I was apprehensive to face the subject during my entire first year in optometry school. Shortly before our first lecture in our optics course, I received the...
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An Introduction to the OAT (video)
The IDEA Initiative at SUNY Optometry asked me to participate in an interview that would ‘reveal’ the OAT. In other words, provide insight on what it consists of, and tips on how to perform well on it. I found this opportunity to be...
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NBEO Part III: The Inside Scoop
Dr. Paul Heeg, the author of this article, took the NBEO Part III in 2009. Although his tips and advice are still relevant, keep in mind that the NBEO has changed to a single testing center. You can find for information on that testing...
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NBEO Part III Summary & Guide (with all form download links)
NBEO Part III - Clinical Skills Evaluation Summary Administration: Strictly performance and students will not answer any questions. Student candidates will examine a different patient at each of four 30-minute stations, in the...