Nimisha Gad
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
Summary
Experienced Optometrist skilled in performing comprehensive primary eye care and low vision assessments in busy clinical environments. Expertise in evaluating and managing ocular diseases, fitting specialty contact lenses for complex corneal issues, and co-managing pre- and post-operative care for cataract and LASIK procedures. Recognized for strong patient-centered communication skills and experience in teaching and mentoring optometry students.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometrist, Low Vision
Kaiser Permanente
Harbor City, California
01.2018 - Current
- Performed CEEs, and low vision exams on patients with a variety of challenging conditions.
Independent Optometrist
Independent Optometrist
Northridge, California
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed CEEs, and fit contact lenses on patients with a variety of challenging conditions.
Independent Optometrist
Independent Optometrist
Tallahassee, Florida
01.2017 - 02.2017
- Performed CEEs, and fit contact lenses on patients with a variety of challenging conditions.
Optometrist
Southeast Eye Specialists (MyEyeDr.)
Tallahassee, Florida
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Performed CEEs, student precepting, and fit contact lenses on patients with a variety of challenging conditions including keratoconus and pellucid marginal degeneration.
- Annually performed exams at local elementary schools.
- Provided pre-and post-operative eye care to patients undergoing cataract surgery, LASIK, and corneal transplants.
Adjunct Clinical Faculty, Director of Student Externship Program
Illinois College of Optometry
Tallahassee, Florida
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Main preceptor for fourth year Optometry students from the Illinois College of Optometry.
- Responsibilities included supervising, teaching and training fourth year interns.
Primary Care Residency
Tallahassee VA Medical Center
Tallahassee, Florida
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Includes both direct patient care and student precepting responsibility.
- Post-doctoral residency program to provide advanced competency training in primary eye care and low vision through education, and patient care.
Primary Care and Low Vision
Palo Alto Health Care
Palo Alto, California
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Performed CEEs, helped in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with cataracts, glaucoma, and various anterior and posterior segment conditions.
Advanced Care
Mid-Florida Eye Center
Mt. Dora, Florida
11.2012 - 02.2013
- Performed CEEs, helped in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with glaucoma, cataracts, and various retinal conditions.
- Provided pre-and post-operative eye care to patients undergoing cataract surgery, LASIK, and corneal transplants.
Pediatric and Binocular Vision
Daniel and Davis Optometry
Carlsbad, California
08.2012 - 11.2012
- Performed CEEs on patients ranging from 9 months to 60 years old.
- Utilized a variety of vision therapy techniques to train patients with conditions ranging from convergence insufficiency to recent TBIs.
Cornea & Contact Lens, Advanced Care, and Low Vision Rehabilitation
Illinois Eye Institute
Chicago, Illinois
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Performed CEEs, fit contact lenses on patients with a variety of challenging conditions including keratoconus and pellucid marginal degeneration, and fit patients with low vision assistive devices.
- Helped in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients that were seen in the ER department, glaucoma, and retina clinics.
Diagnostic Testing Assistant
Illinois Eye Institute
Chicago, Illinois
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Performed visual field testing and acquired OCTs and retinal fundus photographs.
- Advanced Care Department
Pediatric & Binocular Vision
Illinois Eye Institute
Chicago, Illinois
02.2012 - 05.2012
- Performed comprehensive eye exams (CEEs) on children ranging from 3-18 years old.
Class Note taker
Illinois College of Optometry
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided notes for NBEO Part 1 board reviews and Business of Optometry class.
Education
Residency in Primary Care -
Tallahassee VA Medical Center
Tallahassee, Florida07.2014
O.D -
Illinois College of Optometry
Chicago, Illinois05.2013
BS - Biology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, California05.2009
BA - Sociology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, California05.2006
Skills
Comprehensive eye exams (adult/pediatric) Low vision evaluation & assistive device recommendations
Ocular disease evaluation & management Patient education & care coordination
Specialty contact lens fitting (including keratoconus/PMD)
Binocular vision/vision therapy exposure
Pre-/post-operative co-management (cataract, LASIK, corneal transplants)
Diagnostic testing: OCT, visual fields, retinal imaging/fundus photography (as applicable)
Certification
- Candidate for Fellowship, American Academy of Optometry
- CPR Certification
- Paragon CRT Certification
Accomplishments
- Dean's List
- Clinical Honors
- Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
- Golden Key International Honor Society
Extracurricular Activities
AOA, VOSH, FOA Special Olympics: Performed eye exams for athletes American Optometric Association Meeting American Academy of Optometry Meeting South Eastern Congress of Optometry International Meeting
Languages
Spanish
Publications And Research
- What Lies Beneath, 08/15, Case report for American Academy of Optometry discussing the comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of choroidal effusion.
- Uncovering the Hole Story, 10/13, Poster presentation at the 2013 American Academy of Optometry Meeting discussing the comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of macular holes.
- Link Between Near Work Induced Myopia and Low Vision Assistive Devices, 10/11-01/13, Investigated to see if there was a link between near work with assistive devices - primarily a stand magnifier - and the progression of myopia.
- Biology Department Research, 09/07-12/07, Assisted Dr. Oppenheimer with research for his Biology of Cancer textbook.
Presentations
- What Lies Beneath, Daytona, Florida, 05/14, Presentation at the Daytona Grand Rounds discussing the comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of choroidal effusion.
- Listen to your Sixth Sense, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 01/14, Presentation at the 2014 Resident's Day at Nova Southeastern University discussing the comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cranial nerve six palsy in adults.
- Uncovering the Hole Story, Gainesville, Florida, 10/13, Presentation at the Gainesville Grand Rounds discussing the comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of macular holes.
Timeline
Optometrist, Low Vision
Kaiser Permanente
01.2018 - Current
Independent Optometrist
Independent Optometrist
07.2017 - 12.2017
Independent Optometrist
Independent Optometrist
01.2017 - 02.2017
Optometrist
Southeast Eye Specialists (MyEyeDr.)
07.2014 - 12.2016
Adjunct Clinical Faculty, Director of Student Externship Program
Illinois College of Optometry
07.2014 - 12.2016
Primary Care Residency
Tallahassee VA Medical Center
07.2013 - 07.2014
Primary Care and Low Vision
Palo Alto Health Care
02.2013 - 05.2013
Advanced Care
Mid-Florida Eye Center
11.2012 - 02.2013
Pediatric and Binocular Vision
Daniel and Davis Optometry
08.2012 - 11.2012
Cornea & Contact Lens, Advanced Care, and Low Vision Rehabilitation
Illinois Eye Institute
05.2012 - 08.2012
Diagnostic Testing Assistant
Illinois Eye Institute
05.2012 - 08.2012
Pediatric & Binocular Vision
Illinois Eye Institute
02.2012 - 05.2012
Class Note taker
Illinois College of Optometry
11.2011 - 05.2012
Residency in Primary Care -
Tallahassee VA Medical Center
O.D -
Illinois College of Optometry
BS - Biology
California State University, Northridge
BA - Sociology
University of California, Riverside