Practical Perspectives for Navigating the Admissions Process
The admissions process can feel overwhelming. Applications, with personal statements, letters of recommendation, deadlines, interviews, ... [Read more](/content/2026/01/15/practical-perspectives-for-navigating-the-admissions-process/ "Practical Perspectives for Navigating the Admissions Process "/index.html)
Heidi Fuchs
Updated May 5, 2026 by Heidi Fuchs
Angelica Cifuentes, OD: Advice for Future Optometrists
Abstract: Dr. Angelica Cifuentes, a Miami-based optometrist who graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2022, ... [Read more](/content/2025/08/21/angelica-cifuentes-od-advice-for-future-optometrists/ "Angelica Cifuentes, OD: Advice for Future Optometrists"/index.html)
Kyle Magatelli
Updated October 27, 2025 by Kyle Magatelli
How to Get the Optometry Job You Want and the Salary You Need
As an optometry student, you’ve been studying optics and pharmacology, determining diagnosis, and honing your ... [Read more](/content/2022/04/15/how-to-get-the-optometry-job-you-want-and-the-salary-you-need/ "How to Get the Optometry Job You Want and the Salary You Need"/index.html)
Donna Ison
Updated June 22, 2022 by Donna Ison
To Become An Optometrist: Ten Free Resources for Success
With the sheer amount of free resources on the internet for pre-optometry and optometry students, ... [Read more](/content/2021/07/28/to-become-an-optometrist-ten-free-resources-for-success-2021/ "To Become An Optometrist: Ten Free Resources for Success"/index.html)
Student Doctor Network
Updated October 18, 2023 by Student Doctor Network
SDN Adds Optometry Guide to “How To” Admissions Series
The Student Doctor Network has published a new admissions guide for students: How to Get ... [Read more](/content/2020/11/19/sdn-adds-optometry-guide-to-how-to-admissions-series/ "SDN Adds Optometry Guide to “How To” Admissions Series"/index.html)
Student Doctor Network
Updated June 22, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
![Infographic] What You Should Know About the Optometry School Application Process
Curious about the optometry school application process? Check out our infographic below to see the ... [Read more](/content/2017/07/24/16413/ "[Infographic] What You Should Know About the Optometry School Application Process"/index.html)
Student Doctor Network
Updated August 25, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
A Clear Vision: A Conversation with John Flanagan, Dean, UC Berkeley School of Optometry
When John Flanagan was 5 years old, he began suffering from migraines. “One of the ... [Read more](/content/2015/02/18/218-a-clear-vision-a-conversation-with-john-flanagan-dean-uc-berkeley-school-of-optometry/ "A Clear Vision: A Conversation with John Flanagan, Dean, UC Berkeley School of Optometry"/index.html)
Suzanne Barston
Updated August 25, 2022 by Suzanne Barston
20 Questions: Colin K. Chan, OD
Colin Chan offers advice for students and insight into the field of optometry
Juliet Farmer
Updated August 8, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
20 Questions: Casey C. Bartz, O.D.
Casey Bartz offers advice for students and insight into the field of optometry
Juliet Farmer
Updated August 8, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
20 Questions: Benjamin S. Chudner, O.D., F.A.A.O.
Benjamin S. Chudner, O.D., F.A.A.O. shares his perspective on the field of optometry and gives advice for students
Juliet Farmer
Updated August 8, 2022 by Juliet Farmer
20 Questions: Teri Geist, O.D. [Optometry]
Dr. Teri Geist shares her perspective on the field of optometry and advice for students.
Juliet Farmer
Updated October 27, 2025 by Juliet Farmer
20 Questions: Michael Hyde, O.D. [Optometry]
Optometrist Michael Hyde graduated from the University of Houston in 2002. He currently practices on ... [Read more](/content/2008/06/18/20-questions-michael-hyde-od-neuro-opthalmology/ "20 Questions: Michael Hyde, O.D. [Optometry]"/index.html)
Lee Burnett
Updated August 8, 2022 by Lee Burnett
20 Questions: Ken Elder, O.D. [Optometry]
Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ken Elder, O.D. graduated from the State University of ... [Read more](/content/2008/03/01/20-questions-ken-elder-od-optometry/ "20 Questions: Ken Elder, O.D. [Optometry]"/index.html)
Lee Burnett
Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett