May 2018

Midwestern University Eye Institute Incorporates VR Technology for Student Training

The Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University recently purchased and installed nine state-of-the-art VRMagic EyeSi simulation equipment units. EyeSi is programmable technology that provides the practice of direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy procedures. It allows the evaluation of optometry students using standardized patients for practical examinations with the potential to eliminate intra-examiner variability.

SUNY Optometry Names New Chief of Primary Care for University Eye Center

Dr. Diane Calderon will begin as chief of the primary care service at SUNY Optometry’s University Eye Center on July 9. Dr. Calderon received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) in 2003 and completed a residency in primary care optometry at PCO in 2004. She began her career as […]

SUNY Optometry Hosts Annual Career Symposium

SUNY Optometry’s Career Development Center presented its seventh annual career symposium, Graduation to Optometric Stardom, on Sunday, April 8. The event’s cast of 13 presenters included nine College alumni and represented the five main modes of optometric practice: private practice, corporate, hospitals, academia and industry. “Our goal is to ensure that 90% of our graduates will […]

Dr. Stanley Hatch Named Chief of Pediatric/Binocular Vision Service at The Eye Institute of Salus University

Stanley Hatch, PhD, OD, MPH, FAAO, assistant professor, was recently named chief of Pediatric and Binocular Vision Service (PBVS) at The Eye Institute (TEI) of Salus University. Dr. Hatch holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from St. Lawrence University in New York. Upon completing his Doctor of Optometry degree from Michigan College of […]

UHCOpen House 2018

On Sunday, April 15, 2018, close to 100 undergraduates, high school students, parents, and guests visited the University of Houston, College of Optometry for our annual UHCOpen House event. Over 20 UHCO students, faculty, and staff members guided guests on tours of the College, shared demos in our labs and clinics, and led a student […]

Midwestern University Welcomes New Chicago College of Optometry Dean

Kathleen H. Goeppinger, PhD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Midwestern University, announced the promotion of Melissa Suckow, OD, FAAO, to Dean of the Chicago College of Optometry (CCO).  Dr. Suckow joined Midwestern University in 2015 and has served as CCO’s Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for the past year. “Dr. Suckow brings a wealth […]

Dr. John Nishimoto Elected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice in Optometry

Marshall B. Ketchum University’s John Nishimoto, OD, MBA, Senior Associate Dean for Professional Affairs, has been elected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice in Optometry. A Distinguished Fellow within NAP is a very high honor that acknowledges Dr. Nishimoto’s outstanding professional achievements. Dr. Nishimoto joins other health care leaders and practitioners […]

AZCOPT Partners with Walter Reed for Optometric Residency

The Arizona College of Optometry (AZCOPT) at Midwestern University has entered into an affiliation agreement with the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) to create a new one-year military optometric residency program. The residency will provide educational opportunities to active-duty optometrists from all branches of the United States Armed Forces, emphasizing ocular disease, vision […]

Potter Receives Honorary Degree

Ellis Potter, OD ’67, FAAO, was chosen to receive Southern College of Optometry’s Doctor of Ocular Science degree and deliver the commencement address to the Class of 2018 at this year’s commencement address. Known for his longtime service to VOSH International and other international causes, Dr. Potter was recognized by the American Academy of Optometry […]

Dr. Stacey J. Meier Named to SCO Board

The Southern College of Optometry recently welcomed Stacey J. Meier, OD ’84 as its Alumni Council Representative to the Board of Trustees. With more than 35 years of service in the eye care industry, Dr. Meier began his career as a licensed optician before pursuing his optometry degree. He has extensive clinical experience in corporate […]