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Palani, Tn, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Oddanchattram, Tamil Nadu, India

- Prescribed eyeglasses for almost 25 patients per day and conducted contact lens fittings for patients, helping them achieve optimal comfort and visual acuity while wearing corrective lenses.- Assisted in cataract, pterygium, DCR, and Vitrectomy surgeries, averaging 4 surgeries per week.- Performed eyeglasses fitting for single vision, bifocal, progressive, and rimless glasses.- Calculated proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, aniseikonia, and aphakic lenses.- Addressed emergency ocular situations such as foreign body removal or sudden vision loss, providing immediate care and appropriate follow-up.- Assisted in the training of support staff members to maintain high-quality patient care standards within the practice.- Established referral networks with ophthalmologists for surgical co-management, enhancing overall patient care options available at the practice.- Interviewed and examined patients with a full range of vision problems and consulted medical charts to assist with diagnosis.- Developed strong relationships with optical lab partners, resulting in faster turnaround times for prescription eyewear orders.- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex eye conditions.- Implemented new technologies in the office, improving patient experience and allowing for more precise diagnoses.- Managed billing procedures efficiently to ensure timely reimbursement from instruments and other ophthalmology-related providers while maintaining accurate financial records.- Conducted regular inventory of eyeglasses frames and prescription contact lenses, maintained stock levels, and submitted orders to vendors, ensuring a diverse selection of frames to meet varying patient needs and preferences.

Oddanchattram, Tamil Nadu, India

Oddanchattram, Tamil Nadu, India

Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

•Educated patients on preventive measures to maintain optimal eye health, including proper nutrition, UV protection, andregular screenings.•Supported the growth of the practice by participating in community outreach events, promoting eye health awareness,and attracting new patients.•Performed ophthalmology research and stayed abreast of new developments to treat eye disorders.•Improved patient care by conducting comprehensive eye examinations and providing accurate diagnoses.•Referred patients with indications of pathological conditions to ophthalmologist for additional examinations.•Conducted fundus examination through biomicroscopy by viewing with fixed lens and camera.•Enhanced patients' visual acuity with precise prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses.•Worked closely with optical dispensary staff to ensure seamless coordination between eye examinations and eyewearfitting appointments and contributed to a collaborative working environment by assisting fellow optometrists withcomplex cases and providing guidance to optometry students.•Calculated proper prescription employing formulas for single corrective lenses, contact lenses, prisms, aniseikonia andaphakic lenses.•Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss ongoing cases, share insights, and implement improvements within thepractice.

Bachelor Of Optometry, Optometry

Fellowship Program, Product Management