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Abdullah Aljaafari

Bloomington,IN

Summary

As an upcoming optometry school graduate, I am eager to apply my academic knowledge and clinical skills in a professional optometry setting. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic optometry practice while continuing to learn and grow as a healthcare professional.

Overview

Work History

Optometry Intern

Atwater Eye Care Center
2024.05 - 2024.08

·Experience fitting scleral, GP, ortho-k, multifocal, and soft contact lenses.

·Experience treating and managing glaucoma, trauma cases, and assisting with SLT and YAG procedures.

·Experience managing mild to severe dry eye cases, utilizing Prokera amniotic membranes, MiBoFlow and IPL treatments

·Experience with amblyopia, myopia management, and vision therapy.

·Experience completing low vision evaluations and trialing low vision devices.

Optometry Extern

Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune Hadnot Point

·Gained hands-on experience in conducting comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing ocular conditions, and prescribing appropriate treatments.

Optometry Extern

Greenville VA Health Care Center

· Provided comprehensive eye exams to geriatric population in a hospital-based setting.

· Diagnosed and managed ocular diseases, including dry eye, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.

Optometry Extern

El Paso VA Medical Center

· Provided comprehensive eye exams to geriatric population in a hospital-based setting.

· Diagnosed and managed ocular diseases, including dry eye, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.

Education

Doctor of Optometry -

Indiana University School of Optometry
Bloomington, IN
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
12.2019

Skills

  • Strong academic foundation in optometry principles and practices.
  • Proficient in conducting ocular examinations and assessments.
  • Knowledgeable about common ocular diseases and treatment modalities.
  • Skilled in fitting and prescribing corrective lenses and contact lenses.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail oriented with a commitment to accuracy and patient safety.

Timeline

Optometry Intern

Atwater Eye Care Center
2024.05 - 2024.08

Optometry Extern

Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune Hadnot Point

Optometry Extern

Greenville VA Health Care Center

Optometry Extern

El Paso VA Medical Center

Doctor of Optometry -

Indiana University School of Optometry

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

The University of Texas At El Paso
Abdullah Aljaafari