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Bhavani Patel

Tampa,FL

Summary

Self-motivated and dedicated Optometrist with 9+ years in the healthcare industry and practice. A highly organized, detail oriented individual who is personable and excellent at communication. Has in-depth knowledge of complex technical and medical terminology and a passion for education and research and to thrive to stay above the curve in therapeutic developments that can help enhance the lives of patients. Experienced working in competitive markets and can disseminate and present clinical and scientific information to a variety of audiences along with creating and sustaining relationships with industry leaders and physicians. Ready to leverage built relationships with KOLs to develop numerous collaborations in ocular therapeutic areas and facilitate involvement in national and regional educational forums including advisory boards, symposia and CME events.

Work History

Optometrist Leader

Lasik Plus Vision Center
  • Led a team of 3 MDs, 2 ODs, and 8 technicians to run a smoothly operated LASIK clinic providing comprehensive care for patients. Created large network of connections with KOLs in ophthalmology cross country through networking and collaborating on cases and participating in monthly grand rounds.
  • Developed and executed successful clinical programs, significantly improving patient outcomes.
  • Performed advanced diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. Trained on various lasers and equipment and achieved certification and build relations with Alcon and J&J reps in the area. Worked directly with the MD on Wavelight Intralase and Femtosecond lasers, which gave me a rare opportunity and insight into surgical procedures.
  • Created and led outreach and marketing events in community to gain new patients and to educate on LASIK and PRK.
  • Stayed current with industry advancements through regular participation in continuing education courses and professional conferences.
  • Utilized data analytics tools to identify trends in patient populations and tailor interventions accordingly for maximum impact on health outcomes.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.

Optometrist

Summit Eye Care
  • Conducted contact lens fittings for patients, helping achieve optimal comfort and visual acuity while wearing corrective lenses.
  • Provided exceptional patient care, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and colleagues alike.
  • Coordinated outreach events to promote public awareness about vision health, leading to increase new patient appointments.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives within practice aimed at enhancing service delivery standards
  • Started Dry Eye Clinic bringing in new clientele for new services offered in unreached and untapped area of meibomian gland dysfunction, generating higher profit margins from extra revenue

Optometry Extern

Total Eye Care
  • Providing patient care in fast paced OD/MD practice to a diverse aged patient population
  • Heavy focus on ocular disease, speciality contact lens, dry eye management/treatment, vision therapy
  • Provided topical and oral eye medication prescriptions to treat eye infections and diseases with 95% patient success and satisfaction
  • Prepared over 50 in-depth case reports for advisors

Optometry Extern

Holyoke Community Health Center
  • Performed comprehensive pediatric/adult eye exams, contact lens fittings/follow-up, managed medical visits
  • Worked alongside the Director of Optometry to learn more about efficiency and clinical management.

Optometry Extern

Eye Centers of South Florida
  • Provided patient care in a fast paced OD/MD medical practice working directly with an OD and MD with 25+ years of experience
  • Observed YAG, LASIK, cataract extraction, chalazion removal, ERM peel, and FA procedures
  • Gained exposure in diagnosis and management of common and rare anterior and posterior segment disease
  • Met multiple KOLs in the area of Ophthalmology, interacted with multiple pharmaceutical reps and gained key relations
  • Observed and participated in presentations of therapeutic ocular product developments, clinical trial designs, regulatory requirements and marketing strategies

Optometry Extern

Veterans Affairs Hospital
  • Performed comprehensive eye exams with heavy ocular disease presence in wide range of geriatric patients under guidance of six ODs
  • Worked closely with Ophthalmology, Rheumatology and Neurology in diagnosing/managing ocular disease
  • Encountered and implemented treatment to vast range of glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic cases

Eyecare Consultant and Optometric Technician

Lenscrafters
  • Fit and sold patients eye/sunglasses and educated over 1000 patients regarding prescriptions, lens options and frames best suited for individual needs
  • Assisted in contact lens pre-testing, fitting and follow-up
  • Highest sales in southwest region awarded, first time awarded to part time employee, top 10% in state
  • Number 1 sales associate in store
  • Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand industry, market and company trends
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Established trusted partnerships with key industry influencers, expanding the company''s network of resources and contacts.

Education

Doctorate of Optometry -

New England College of Optometry
Boston, MA

Bachelor of Science - Business And Geography

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Skills

  • Adult and Infant CPR Certified
  • Knowledge of Pharmaceuticals, research trials and journals interpretation, drug MOA
  • Proficient use Microsoft office suit, adobe photoshop and ehr/emr systems
  • Proficient use of diagnostic equipment, including but not limited to; OCT, HVF, FDT, auto refractor, alger brush, topographer, specular microscope, fundus camera, intralase and femtosecond laser, vario
  • Strong background in ocular disease and pharmaceuticals; experienced in primary care, pre-op/post-op care, contact lenses, IOLs, ICLs, RLEs and vision therapy procedures
  • Knowledge of HIPAA, ICH- GPC guidelines
  • Great networking skills, people person, relationship builder and strong background in marketing, sales and patient education

Involvement

  • VOSH and LIONs Club - community service fundraiser coordinator
  • ONE Sight - community service fundraiser and glasses pre-operative/post-operative care, soft contact lens collection coordinator
  • American Optometric Student Association - member
  • NECO Private Practice Club - member
  • NECO Contact Lens Society - member
  • Alcon Academy for Eye Care Excellence Program Certified

Languages

Albanian
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Korean
Limited Working

Timeline

Doctorate of Optometry -

New England College of Optometry

Bachelor of Science - Business And Geography

University of Florida

Optometrist Leader

Lasik Plus Vision Center

Optometrist

Summit Eye Care

Optometry Extern

Total Eye Care

Optometry Extern

Holyoke Community Health Center

Optometry Extern

Eye Centers of South Florida

Optometry Extern

Veterans Affairs Hospital

Eyecare Consultant and Optometric Technician

Lenscrafters
Bhavani Patel