Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Timeline

Darrin H. Dotson, O.D.

Austin,TX

Summary

Skilled Optometrist with almost 35 years in comprehensive eye care, including hospital-based optometry, refractive and contact lens services, evaluation and treatment of ocular pathology and pre and post-op surgical co-management of Lasik and Cataract surgery.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucma Specialist

America’s Best Contacts & EyeglasseS
Austin, TX
08.2018 - Current

Prescribe eyeglasses & contact lenses to correct vision problems. Analyze test results in order to diagnose diseases of the eye, such as glaucoma or cataracts, referring to Ophthalmology as needed. Assist other healthcare professionals in diagnosing complex ophthalmic issues through collaboration and consultation. Counsel patients regarding lifestyle modifications that could improve their vision health. Document all data on custom EHR system. Monitor patient progress over time by performing follow-up examinations.

Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucoma Specialist

Fill-In Optometry
Austin, TX
01.2018 - 07.2018

Performed any and all optometry functions as requested by several temporary employers.

Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucoma Specialist

Baylor Scott & White Health
Sun City / Georgetown, TX
07.2013 - 12.2017

Practiced hospital-based Optometry for a predominantly senior community. Responsible for glasses & contact lens prescriptions, treatment of Glaucoma, ocular infections & trauma, as well as co-management of Diabetic Retinopathy, AMD, Temporal Arteritis & Optic Neuropathies, etc. Also responsible for supervision of two ophthalmic techs and documentation w/ insurance coding on Integrity EHR.

Therapeutic Optometrist / Owner

Gallery Eyewear & Family Vision Center
Austin, TX
12.1995 - 05.2013

Responsible for all aspects of Family Optometry, including refractive services, specialty contact lens fittings, treatment of ocular infections & minor trauma, and co-management of Diabetic Retinopathy, AMD, & Glaucoma. Also included co-management of Cataract and Pre & Post-Lasik patients. Performed dispensing & repair of eyewear, management & payroll of employees, and equipment maintenance.

Therapeutic Optometrist

Royal Vision
Austin, TX
04.1993 - 12.1995

Performed Primary eye care, refractive services, soft & RGP contact lens fittings, therapeutic prescribing, and coordination of tertiary care with Ophthalmology (Diabetes, AMD, Glaucoma, Cataracts, etc.)

Therapeutic Optometrist

Eye Masters (Vision Works)
Central Texas, TX
10.1990 - 04.1993

Same eye care as immediately above, at various locations in central Texas, including San Antonio, Austin, Killeen, & Temple.

Education

O.D. - Doctorate of Optometry -

So. Calif. College of Optometry (at Marshall B. Ketchum University)
1990

B.S. - Ocular Science -

So. Calif. College of Optometry (at Marshall B. Ketchum University)
1988

B.S. - Biology / B.A. - Psychology (Dbl Majored) -

New Mexico State University
1985

Skills

  • Emphasis on strong patient relationships and high quality of clinical care
  • Expert in diagnosis & management of Diabetic Retinopathy & AMD
  • Perform eye exam in basic Spanish
  • Therapeutic and Glaucoma Specialist
  • Experienced in PRK & Lasik co-management
  • Experienced Contact Lens Specialist
  • Accurate interpretation of OCT & Visual Fields

Affiliations

 * American Board of Optometry

2013 - Awarded Board Certification

* Consumers' Research Council of America

2013, 2012, 2009 - Recognition as one of America's Top Optometrists.

* Eye on Diabetes Education / Certificate

2010 - Diabetes - An inside Look

* National Assoc. of Independent Optometrists - Texas Chapter

2006-07 - Board member of Optometric Advisory Council, Austin, TX branch

* Optometric Glaucoma Specialist Course / Training

2000 - Completion via University of Houston's College of Optometry

* Certificate for Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease

1992 - Internat'l Assoc. of Boards of Examiners in Optometry

* Texas Optometry Board License

1990 - 1st Licensed, have full unrestricted license incl. Glaucoma treatment

* Externships

Spr. /1990 - So. Calif. College of Optometry's clinics - performed eye exams in primary care, contact lenses, vision training, low-vision, and ocular disease.

Fall / 1989 - Corpus Christi Naval Medical Center - performed Primary Care eye exams & contact lens services for retired military personnel & their dependents.

Timeline

Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucma Specialist - America’s Best Contacts & EyeglasseS
08.2018 - Current
Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucoma Specialist - Fill-In Optometry
01.2018 - 07.2018
Therapeutic Optometrist / Glaucoma Specialist - Baylor Scott & White Health
07.2013 - 12.2017
Therapeutic Optometrist / Owner - Gallery Eyewear & Family Vision Center
12.1995 - 05.2013
Therapeutic Optometrist - Royal Vision
04.1993 - 12.1995
Therapeutic Optometrist - Eye Masters (Vision Works)
10.1990 - 04.1993
So. Calif. College of Optometry (at Marshall B. Ketchum University) - O.D. - Doctorate of Optometry,
So. Calif. College of Optometry (at Marshall B. Ketchum University) - B.S. - Ocular Science,
New Mexico State University - B.S. - Biology / B.A. - Psychology (Dbl Majored),
Darrin H. Dotson, O.D.