TAYLOR CAPPS
Davie
Summary
Results-driven healthcare professional with extensive clinical experience. Recognized for impactful patient care and effective treatment strategies, contributing to better health outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare needs, with proficient skills in patient assessment and care coordination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Optometric Clinician
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
Davie, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine visual and ocular health status.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and conditions.
- Educated patients on ocular health, vision correction options, and preventative care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and optimize care delivery.
Optometric Apprentice
Legacy Eye Care
South Hill, VA
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed comprehensive analysis of visual system, eye diseases and injuries.
- Developed technical skills using optometry equipment, including visual fields, phoropters, and autorefractors and used these tools to conduct diagnostic tests.
- Promoted healthy vision by counseling and educating patients.
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Vision Sciences
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
Blacksburg, VA05.2023
University of Virginia
05.2021
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Corneal topography proficiency
- Skilled with optical coherence tomography
- Specialty contact lens proficient
- Myopia control management
- Dry eye therapeutic techniques
- Proficiency with low vision devices
- Binocular Vision Disorder Management
Accomplishments
- Jack Wolfe Memorial Scholarship recipient for excellence in clinical care
- Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honors Society
- Nova Southeastern Honors Society candidate recognizing top 10% of academic students
Affiliations
Student Volunteer Optometric Service for Humanity (SVOSH), Fort Lauderdale, FL (August 2023 — August 2025)
- Participated in events held by SVOSH, a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide primary eye care to underprivileged individuals who do not have access through their own means.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
- MOONLENS Orthokeratology and Myopia Management certified
- Paragon Corneal Refractive Therapy certified
- HIPPA Privacy, Security, and Research
- Ciné-Med Culturally Competent Care Certified
Timeline
Student Optometric Clinician
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
01.2025 - Current
Optometric Apprentice
Legacy Eye Care
11.2021 - 07.2023
Doctor of Optometry -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Vision Sciences
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Virginia Polytechnic Institute And State University
University of Virginia
AWARDS/HONORS
- President's List (9x) NOVA Southeastern University College of Optometry
- Virginia Tech Dean’s List
SERVICE
- Vacation Bible School Leader, Lawrenceville, VA
- Student Volunteer Optometric Service for Humanity (SVOSH), Fort Lauderdale, Participate in community service events held/organized by SVOSH