Lori Bartholomew
Bangor
Summary
Dedicated optometrist specializing in ocular health evaluation and dry eye management. Known for critical thinking and active listening skills, ensuring exceptional patient experiences and outcomes in a clinical setting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometrist
John Boscia OD
Easton, PA
07.2014 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive eye examinations utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment.
- Diagnosed and managed ocular diseases, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with optical staff to enhance patient experience and streamline operations.
- Educated patients on eyewear options and proper contact lens usage for improved vision health.
- Addressed emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate followup.
- Implemented new technologies in the office, improving patient experience and allowing for more precise diagnoses.
- Provided exceptional patient care, consistently receiving positive feedback from patients and colleagues alike.
- Specialized in dry eye disease treatment using IPL and RF therapies.
Administered punctal plugs as a solution for chronic dry eye issues.
Incorporated Lacrifill into treatment plans for optimal tear film support.
Optometrist
Valley Vision Care
Franklin, NJ
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Conducted comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision and diagnose ocular conditions.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
- Educated patients on proper contact lens usage and eyewear options for optimal vision care.
- Collaborated with optical staff to ensure seamless patient experience from examination to product selection.
Optometrist
Coventry Eye
Phillipsburg, NJ
08.2004 - 07.2012
- Prescribed eye treatment and corrective eyeglasses and contact lenses to align with patient diagnosis.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough eye examinations and personalized care.
- Conducted contact lens fittings for patients, helping them achieve optimal comfort and visual acuity while wearing corrective lenses.
- Performed advanced diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Education
Master of Science - Optometry
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2000
Skills
- Patient counseling
- Ocular health evaluation
- Glaucoma screening
- Dry eye management
- Optical coherence tomography
- Retinal imaging analysis
- Prescription determination
- Surgery referrals
- Foreign body removal
- Eye infection treatment
- Emergency treatment
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
Affiliations
Dry Eye Society of the Americas
Timeline
Optometrist
John Boscia OD
07.2014 - Current
Optometrist
Valley Vision Care
07.2012 - 07.2014
Optometrist
Coventry Eye
08.2004 - 07.2012
Master of Science - Optometry
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Purdue University