Nereida Torres
Tahlequah,OK
Summary
Fourth-year optometry student with a strong interest in medically oriented private practice and advanced clinical care. Experienced in comprehensive eye examinations, ocular disease detection, and management of refractive and pathological conditions including glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmic findings. Demonstrates strong clinical reasoning, effective patient communication, and a commitment to long-term ocular and systemic health, with experience serving diverse and underserved populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Optometric Technician
The Eye Guys
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Collected medical history and performed necessary pre-testing procedures.
- Preformed preliminary components of the ophthalmic work up due to nature of patient complaint and current status at the request of the physician.
- Preformed routine test such as auto refractions, visual acuities, eye pressure checks.
- Trained and mentored three new optometric technicians, fostering a collaborative and fast-paced work environment while maintaining high patient care standards.
Student Researcher
Gregg Wadley College of Science & Health Professions
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) cells.
- Researched and collected data through complex techniques and procedures.
- Write research reports and provide recommendations to improve research strategies and techniques.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry
Tahlequah, OK05.2026
Cellular and Molecular Biology -
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK12.2021
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Oklahoma Optometric Student Association
- American Optometric Student Association
RESEARCH PROJECTS AND PUBLICATIONS
- Treatment Comparison: Vitreous Floater Adaption v. Nd:YAGVitreolysis
- This study evaluates outcomes of observation versus Nd:YAG laser treatment in patients with bothersome PVD symptoms lasting six months or more.
- Student Researcher, Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry, [2023-24]
- Effects of the Hypomethylating Agent 5-AD on the Cytotoxicity of Select Chemotherapeutic Agents in Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Cell Lines
- This study investigated whether hypomethylating agents could enhance chemotherapy-induced necroptotic cell death by restoring RIP3 expression in AML cell lines.
- Student Researcher, Northeastern State University, [2020-21]
Timeline
Optometric Technician
The Eye Guys
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Researcher
Gregg Wadley College of Science & Health Professions
05.2021 - 12.2021
Doctor of Optometry -
Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry
Cellular and Molecular Biology -
Northeastern State University