Inter American University of Puerto Rico, School of Optometry

Inter American University of Puerto Rico, School of Optometry

The Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry is one of the few fully accredited bilingual (English – Spanish) institutions offering the Doctor of Optometry degree. The program provides ample knowledge in its basic and clinical science department and a patient care department in which primary diagnosis, treatment and management eye care is emphasized. Graduates of the school are eligible for licenses in Puerto Rico, all 50 states and The District of Columbia and in many others countries around the world.

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International Vision Expo and Conference New York 2013: A Window of Opportunity

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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR VISION EXPO EAST FREE Exhibit Hall Registration ($75 value) Free Continuing Education (unlimited) Free Student Courses, sponsored by VSP Free Student Lunch, sponsored by Alcon Free Student Party, sponsored by Optometrystudents.com As The International Vision Expo and Conference in New York approaches, I went on a mission to discover how …

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Finding Barahonas Hero: A Reflection of Service from IAUPR’s VOSH President

Articles, Events, Healthcare, Involvement, Optometry School / By / 6 minutes of reading

  When I was asked to write an article on my experience in the Dominican Republic for IAUPR School of Optometry’s VOSH mission trip, I immediately knew that I wanted to find a hero with a story that could inspire everyone. I was on a mission to write this article and I was determined to …

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NBEO Part 2: An Experience

Articles, Optometry School, Study Resources / By / 3 minutes of reading

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 in the hopes that we’ve covered enough material to pass the exam. Having completed NBEO 2 in recent days, let …

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September 2012 Optometry Student of the Month

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Name: Rakesh Lakhani School: Inter American University of Puerto Rico Year: 2014 1. Congrats on winning Student of the Month! – Please tell us exactly why you won student of them month? Thanks a lot! Ever since I started optometry school, I’ve tried to be involved as much as I can. I joined the orientation …

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Find YOUR perfect optometry residency with ORMatch

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Overview of ORMatch The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) and National Matching Services Inc. collaborated to provide an organized process for applicants and residency hopefuls to pair with each other and find the ideal postgrad fit.  Welcome to ORMatch, the application and matching service that places applicants into optometry residency training positions. …

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FDA approves first micro-device for glaucoma treatment

Clinical Optometry, News / By / 2 minutes of reading

  Glaukos Corp. has received FDA approval for its iStent Trabecular Micro-Bypass, This is the first glaucoma implant to be approved in the United States (U.S.). The iStent is indicated for use in conjunction with cataract surgery for the reduction of IOP in adult patients with mild to moderate open-angle glaucoma currently treated with ocular …

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8 Ways to build a successful student-doctor and patient relationship

Articles, Clinical Optometry, Healthcare, Optometry School / By / 4 minutes of reading

After observing the fourth year students in clinic (white coats pressed and 20 minute exams including DFE), the first thought that comes to your mind is, “Wow, I want to be just like that when I grow up!” They look, speak and walk as an optometrist should; and it can be intimidating. Don’t forget, they …

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6 Tips for First Year Optometry Students

Articles, Optometry School, Pre-Optometry School / By / 4 minutes of reading

  “If I knew then what I know now…” is a phrase I find myself using quite often when talking about my experiences in optometry school. As a fourth year student with 10 months left until I walk across the stage, my mind is wandering and thinking of what I would’ve, could’ve, and should’ve done …

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New Sensor-adapted Contact Lens is Promising for the Study of Glaucoma

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The new product named “Triggerfish” is a contact lens adapted with a sensor that provides IOP measurements for a full 24 hours.  The current study involved 19 patients with confirmed glaucoma and 21 suspected of having the condition.  Each patient wore the adapted contact lens sensor on one eye for 24 hours in each of …

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ASCO 2012 EnVision Optometry Video Contest

News, Optometry School, Pre-Optometry School / By / 1 minute of reading

Creativity was rampant this year as contestants from accredited schools of optometry showed off a combination of skill and humor in their video entries for ASCO’s “ENVISION” contest.  Students were asked to submit “…non-traditional, and ultimately AWESOME informational videos that ASCO can use to promote the profession to prospective optometry students around the country.”  As …

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