Profiles in Excellence
The Man with Kaleidoscope Eyes
John Lennon’s optometrist looks back at his most famous patient. Strange days, indeed.
10/15/2011
Working in a Coal Mine
The worst day I’ve ever had as an optometrist is a thousand times better than the best day I ever had in the coal mines.
12/27/2010
Eye to Eye with Dr. Oliver Sacks
His new book explores sensory loss and abilities found—including his own loss of vision to eye cancer.
12/09/2010
Age Deying Career Makover
In her 30s Edie Bowman grounded her hot air balloon career and decided to pursue a new profession: optometry
05/19/2003
The Academic Who Lives by Lombardi
From volunteering to teaching, Linda Casser commits her life to excellence.
04/22/2003
The Long and Winding Road Private Practice
After a diverse career, Dr. Patricia Keech finally goes solo.
03/18/2003
Going for The Goals
This hard-working doctor sets her sights high, but still keeps her feet on the ground.
02/18/2003
Kicking in The Doors of Prejudice
Dr. Paula Newsome is now putting up doors in a $2 million practice in downtown Charlotte, N.C.
01/20/2003
Upcoming Events
December 5, 2024
Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Nate Lighthizer, OD, and Dagny Zhu, MD
Webinar: 9:00pm ET
Sponsored by Bausch + Lomb
December 6-7, 2024
December 7-8, 2024
Retina Update 2024
Location: Westin Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California
Program Chairs: Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, and Steven Ferrucci, OD
Earn up to 11 LIVE COPE credits (accreditation pending)
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