Alicia Herrmann, O.D.
Louisville,KY
Summary
Practiced Optometrist with 30 years of experience performing examinations and diagnosis of eye diseases and disorders. Skillful in preparing prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, maintaining strong commitment to accuracy. Versed at forging and cultivating productive relationships with clients, achieving high levels of satisfaction, retention and referrals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Optometrist
Eye Care Partners/Clarkson Eye Care
10.2020 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalized care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex eye conditions.
- Educated patients on preventative eye care, reducing the incidence of vision-related issues in the community.
- Performed advanced diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Clinical Optometrist
Joffe Medicenter/LCA Vision
08.2008 - Current
- Perform all Preoperative and Post operative exams on LASIK patients and use state of the art technology to determine candidacy
- Fluent in Pentacam interpretations, identifying corneal abnormalities and educating patients to assist in decision making for refractive surgery
- Work closely with multiple MD's / LASIK surgeons to safely and effectively treat patients with high levels of success and satisfaction as well as problem solving and treatment options for less than idea candidates
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently showing up on time and staying late when needed to meet the needs of the clinic and patients
- Leading daily huddles and training employees and providing effective communication for staff
Self Employed Optometrist
Self
06.2003 - 07.2008
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination
- Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera
- Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
- Owned and operated private optometry practice and partnered with administrative staff to plan schedules and promote services
Associate Optometrist
20/20 Eye Care
01.1995 - 06.2004
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures
- Leveraged full field of optometric instruments and equipment to determine patient visual acuity, amplitude of accommodation and refractive state
- Interviewed and examined patients with full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination
Independent Contractor, Optometrist
Multiple Offices
08.1993 - 01.1995
- Examined, diagnosed and managed diseases and disorders of eyes and associated structures.
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Referred patients with indications of pathological condition to ophthalmologist for additional examination.
Education
No Degree - Biology
University of Louisville
Louisville, KYBachelor of Science - Optical Sciences
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.1991
Doctor of Optometry - Optometry
Indiana University School of Optometry
Bloomington, iN05.1993
Skills
- Disorders examination
- Record Keeping
- Surgery referrals
- Relationship development
- Business operations
- Treatment adjustments
- Patient evaluations
- Team management
- Team building
- Pentacam, orbscan, wavelight interpretation and application
Timeline
Medical Optometrist
Eye Care Partners/Clarkson Eye Care
10.2020 - Current
Clinical Optometrist
Joffe Medicenter/LCA Vision
08.2008 - Current
Self Employed Optometrist
Self
06.2003 - 07.2008
Associate Optometrist
20/20 Eye Care
01.1995 - 06.2004
Independent Contractor, Optometrist
Multiple Offices
08.1993 - 01.1995
No Degree - Biology
University of Louisville
Bachelor of Science - Optical Sciences
Indiana University Bloomington
Doctor of Optometry - Optometry
Indiana University School of Optometry
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