Ophthalmology - slight dip from Step 1 to Step 2, include on SF Match or no?
Say one went from a Step 1 of 268 to a Step 2 of 265, should they include Step 2 in their initial SF Match submission or no? Just wondering if anyone had any insight on this given Step 1 going P/F and programs no longer being able to filter applicants by Step 1 score on the SF Match. They can still filter by Step 2 score as far as I know. Kind of a specific question but I feel like the Step 1 is a bit more impressive (higher %ile) and might be a better "stand alone" score. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 15, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: penguincula Tags: Medical Students (MD) Source Type: forums
Retina Salary Surveys; Billing to Bonus Ratio
I have something from 2014, but I'm wondering if anybody has anything more recent for vitreoretinal salaries--ideally from ASRS or AAO.
I know that many practice owners easily clear $1 million, and that starting salaries are usually in the $350-$400k range--but am looking for something verified/more official.
Also, if anybody knows anything about a typical billing to bonus ratio, that would be great. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 14, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: umsami Tags: Young Ophthalmologists Source Type: forums
Starting point for Optometry
Hi! I will try to keep this short and sweet. I graduated with my B.S. in Bio with a cGPA of 3.0 in December of 2020
I have experience as a scribe, shadowing experience (none with Optometry), volunteering at elementary schools, and plenty of lab tech experience. I currently work as a newborn screening technologist. I have been interested in becoming an optometrist and just need some pointers and guidance on where to start? Or if I even have a good chance with my GPA? If I score a 300+ on the...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 11, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: owaynewood Tags: Pre-Optometry Source Type: forums
Looking for oral boards study partner
I’m looking for an oral boards study partner for either the October or April exams. Would meet over zoom at least 3 times weekly. Let me know if interested! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 11, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: moorensulcer Tags: Ophthalmology: Eye Physicians & Surgeons Source Type: forums
How dense is the first year classes for yall?
Just want to have a comparison.
I'm in PCO finishing my first year
We had anatomy covering all the bones, holes blood, detailed pathways and functions of All 12 CN nerves in head and neck.
We have neuros covering most of the pathways in spine, brainstem, cerebellum, and cerebral, with emphasis on hearing, vestibular, and, of course, visual. And class on neuro assessments we can done on patients to check for various neurological diseases and syndromes.
We had clinical skill...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 11, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Go against the current Tags: Optometry Source Type: forums
OAT Study Breakdown
I recently took the OAT and I am very happy with my score. I know the process of studying for the OAT can be very overwhelming and tiring, so I wanted to share my experience in case others are looking for a little bit of guidance.
Some background, I am a rising senior majoring in neuroscience and psychology. I had completed all my pre-requisites at the time of taking the OAT as well. I chose to take it the summer before my senior year so that I could really focus on the OAT. I was also...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 11, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: eyes12345 Tags: Optometry Admission Test (OAT) Source Type: forums
Studying Ophthalmology Intern Year
There have been some threads about how to study ophtho, but I'd like to get more opinions, especially since most programs in the country have a 3 month required block PGY-1 year. I'd like to be a bit more prepared for this rotation in October!
Some of the resources I've seen mentioned:
Kanski's
BCSC reading
Ophtho OKAP and Board review prep presentations
Practical Ophthalmology
Can't read them all but what are your thoughts what you'd use to begin? I've started reading Kanski's a bit but...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - July 9, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Life2dmax Tags: Ophthalmology: Eye Physicians & Surgeons Source Type: forums
Signing up for exam
Hello, this might sound like an obvious question lol when signing up for OAT are you able to see dates available or you first have to pay the exam fee before seeing dates? First time taking exam. Thank you (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - July 8, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: od101 Tags: Pre-Optometry Source Type: forums
Optometry and Arkansas
Arkansas is about to allow optometrist to perform injections as well as laser and scalpel surgery.
I know this is a hot topic and has been discussed in other threads, but would love your thoughts.
Have other states where this is allowed seen optometrists taking advantage of their larger scope? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 25, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: DrQuakerJack Tags: Ophthalmology: Eye Physicians & Surgeons Source Type: forums
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Source: The Student Room - June 25, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Scotney Tags: Medicine Source Type: forums
When to apply??
Hi,
I made a career goal change last semester of my Junior year (dentist --> optometrist) due to unforeseen circumstances.
I have already taken the DAT last summer (21 AA, which is ~87th percentile), have about 3.97 GPA, 400+ hours of research, 100+ hours of volunteering (mostly at hospital), and 1 year of working as a TA at my university. I have also taken most pre-requisite courses. Supposing that I will have gained about 50 hours of shadowing an optometrist by August, should I apply by...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 22, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lifegoeson! Tags: Pre-Optometry Source Type: forums
"Standby" list at PCO
Hi everyone!
I recently received an email from Salus that I've been placed on a "Standby" list. Anyone else in the same position?
How are the outcomes, usually, of those on standby?
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 20, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Kiwi987 Tags: Pre-Optometry Source Type: forums
WAMC/School List 515/3.86/3.78,ORM
cGPA: 3.86, sGPA: 3.78
515 - 130/128/128/129
born in MA w/ strong ties to MI and NY
White, female
Engineering at top 10 engineering school (public)
Clinical = 350+ (estimated ~700 after gap year) as MA, hospital volunteer, rehab home volunteer
3 labs, lab 1 = 130/1yr, ~50 + pub for summer research, 300/~3 yrs (lost time due to COVID)
91 hours (70 by end of summer) - various ophthalmologists, endocrinologist, pediatric oncologists, phys medicine
200+ community...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 20, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: DrUranium Tags: What Are My Chances? WAMC Medical Source Type: forums
Is though enough reinvention?
I reapplying this cycle after not getting any interview invites this past cycle because I applied too late last summer (September). I have a 3.6 gpa and 504 MCAT. I'm submitting my primaries in June and added a new rec letter from the optometrist that I worked with over the year. I added on 2000 clinical hours from work and 50 hours shadowing. I'm also applying with a committee letter this time and retaking my MCAT in early August. Would this be enough to improve my chances this time applying? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - June 17, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: CRC190 Tags: Re-Applicants Source Type: forums
If you are having second thoughts on optometry school, I'm here to tell you to RUN
Hi everyone,
I wanted to write this post to share my experiences and opinions on being an optometrist. I graduated a few years back and have had the opportunity to work private and corporate and also own my own business.
I wanted this to serve as a warning to y'all... Optometry is not it. I repeat, optometry is NOT it.
I came into the profession very optimistic and excited since it's been a lifelong dream of mine to be an optometrist. The profession has changed drastically in the last...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - June 12, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: therealityofbeinganOD Tags: Optometry Source Type: forums
