Licensed optometrist with twenty-five years of experience at current position opening and operating a successful practice and servicing over a thousand patients annually. Reputation for delivering quality care and properly executing referrals to additional specialists for more complex cases. Skilled in care and diagnosis of patients ranging from children to geriatrics.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Care Optometrist
Horizon Eye Care And Optical
Egg Harbor Township, Ocean City
09.2001 - Current
Conduct comprehensive eye exams for individuals and families providing a positive experience and patient care consistently throughout their lifetime.
Diagnose and manage vision, medical, and emergency ocular conditions simultaneously as a full-time employee for 25 years.
Assess ocular health conditions including diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. Referring to appropriate glaucoma and retinal specialist after reviewing RNFL/OCT/VF results for further evaluation and co-management care.
Develop treatment plans for individual patient cases based on medical history, physical exam findings, lab results, and imaging for complex medical cases.
Developed acute and long-term dry eye therapy plans for diverse patient groups, ensuring tailored care for contact lens wearers, computer users, peri and menopausal women, and pre and post-op cataract patients.
Manage post operative evaluations for surgical procedures such as laser surgery or cataract extraction.
Monitored patient progress through follow-up examinations, adjusting treatment plans to achieve resolution for emergencies, dry eye patients, and contact lens wearers.
Provide personalized corrective glasses and contact lenses and education regarding each option. Examples include astigmatism associated night driving concerns, blue light blocking lenses for computer users and headache sufferers, and post op refractive options. Specializing in soft contacts multifocal wearers.
Maintain a professional relationship with patients that promotes overall well-being and support as they age.
Optometrist
Carty Eye Associates
Bryn Mawr
09.1999 - 08.2001
Performed comprehensive vision assessments, including refractions for glasses and contacts, ensuring accurate evaluations and fittings.
Educated patients on proper contact lens care and usage, promoting optimal eye health and comfort.
Assisted Dr. Carty in conducting pre-testing and special testing using optometric equipment to support medical patients' care.
Optometrist
Lenscrafters
King of Prussia
07.1999 - 08.1999
Performed diagnostic and clinical testing for vision patients, facilitating provision of eyeglasses and contacts.
Evaluated, fit, and educated patients on soft contact lens care, ensuring compliance for optimal usage.
Conducted vision screenings and assessments for patients.
Instructed patients on eye care and hygiene practices to promote better eye health.