## [Practical Perspectives for Navigating the Admissions Process](/content/2026/01/15/practical-perspectives-for-navigating-the-admissions-process/index.html)

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](/content/2025/08/21/angelica-cifuentes-od-advice-for-future-optometrists/index.html)

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](/content/2022/04/15/how-to-get-the-optometry-job-you-want-and-the-salary-you-need/index.html)

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](/content/2021/07/28/to-become-an-optometrist-ten-free-resources-for-success-2021/index.html)

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](/content/2020/11/19/sdn-adds-optometry-guide-to-how-to-admissions-series/index.html)

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](/content/2017/07/24/16413/index.html)

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](/content/2015/02/18/218-a-clear-vision-a-conversation-with-john-flanagan-dean-uc-berkeley-school-of-optometry/index.html)

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](/content/2012/10/28/20-questions-colin-k-chan-od/index.html)

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.](/content/2012/09/09/20-questions-casey-c-bartz-o-d/index.html)

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.](/content/2012/07/01/20-questions-benjamin-s-chudner-o-d-f-a-a-o-2/index.html)

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. \[Optometry\]](/content/2012/03/11/20-questions-teri-geist-od/index.html)

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. \[Optometry\]](/content/2008/06/18/20-questions-michael-hyde-od-neuro-opthalmology/index.html)

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. \[Optometry\]](/content/2008/03/01/20-questions-ken-elder-od-optometry/index.html)

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