Keepin' it O.D. - The Pre-Optometry Show

Become a Subscriber: <a href="https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/subscribe" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/subscribe</a> Keepin' it O.D. is a podcast dedicated to preparing Pre-Optometry students for their professional journey. Karin, the host, shares her personal experience and tips on how to land an interview and get accepted into your dream Optometry school. The podcast also features various admissions committee members and practicing Optometrists that share their insights and provide listeners with resources to enrich their pre-optometric experience and help them become successful Optometrists.

Episode 11: Everything you need to know about NSU College of Optometry

In this episode, Juan Saavedra, Assistant Director of Recruitment and Student Affairs at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, discusses what makes NSU unique, the applicant and interview process, and how prospective students can become competitive applicants. Make sure to follow NSU Optometry on Instagram @nsuoptometry If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

03-19
55:09

Episode 35: Q&A with Oklahoma College of Optometry

In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Majcher, Director of Residency Programs at the Northeastern University Oklahoma College of Optometry, shares the secrets to become competitive for their super competitive, 30 seat, Optometry program.  She also shares the unique and expansive skills that are taught and can be performed in the state of Oklahoma as mandated by their board of Optometry.  If you have any further questions, email clover@nsuok.edu or medearis@nsuok.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

01-10
19:53

Episode 34: Q&A with Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University

In this episode, Monica Scirrotto, Director of Admissions at the Pennsylvania/Salus College of Optometry, shares the 3 unique tracks offered to Optometry students at PCO along with the great leadership opportunities offered to students to further their appreciation for their community and profession. If you have any further questions, email mscirrotto@salus.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

12-27
43:19

Episode 33: Q&A with Illinois College of Optometry

In this episode, Teisha Johnson, Senior Director of Admissions at the Illinois College of Optometry, shares ICO's mission to support their students along their Optometric journey and the unique opportunities ICO offers their students. If you have any further questions, email tjohnson@ico.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

12-13
35:37

Episode 32: What to expect in your first year of Optometry school

In this episode, I answer followers questions about the financial and academic expectations in the first year of Optometry school. *At the time of this recording, I am an OD1 at Nova Southeastern University.  If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

10-25
49:57

Episode 31: Q&A with OSU Admissions

In this episode, Dr. Michael Earley, chair of Admissions and chief of the Binocular Vision and Pediatric Services at Ohio State College of Optometry, shares OSUCO's mission to support their students. Dr. Earley and Ms. Candace Johnson both share with listeners the unique opportunities OSUCO offers their students. For more information about OSUCO's tuition, checkout this link: https://optometry.osu.edu/financial-information If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

09-27
01:02:22

Episode 30: Q&A with CCO Admissions

In this episode, Dr. John Gialousakis, Director of Curriculum Development And Chair of Admissions Committee at Chicago College of Optometry at Midwestern University, share about the OD program at Chicago College of Optometry at Midwestern University, the social scene in Downers Grove and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissil@midwestern.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

08-16
39:07

Episode 29: Orientation Week at NSUCO

In this episode, I share my orientation week experience at NSUCO with you guys. I discuss COVID adjustments, Schedule, Equipment and much more. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

08-02
32:15

Episode 28: Q&A with Arizona College of Optometry Dean

In this episode, Dr. Alicia Feis, Dean of the Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University shares about the OD program at AZCOPT, admissions requirements, the student life in Glendale and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissaz@midwestern.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

07-26
01:01:31

Episode 27: Q&A with Berkeley Admissions

In this episode, Dr. Mika Moy, Clinical Professor and Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs at Berkeley and Jessica Rivers, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs, share about the OD program at UC Berkeley School of Optometry, the student life in Berkeley and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to optometry-admissions@berkeley.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

07-05
32:44

Episode 26: Q&A with NECO Admissions

In this episode, Emily DeRosa, Assistant Director of Admissions at NECO, shares about the OD program at New England College of Optometry, the student life in Boston and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissions@neco.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

06-28
43:36

Episode 25: Let's get ~personal~

In this episode, I share my personal favorite study apps, techniques, prep courses, scrubs and much more. Products/Thoughts shared in this episode are purely my opinion based on my experience. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

06-21
41:20

Episode 24: Q&A with UHCO Admissions

In this episode, Lyle Tate, Director of Admissions, Recruiting, and Advising at UHCO, shares about the multiple degrees UHCO offers, the patient population in Houston, TX and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to dltate@central.uh.edu or call Lyle at 713-743-2044 If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

06-14
43:01

Episode 23: Optometry Outside of the Office w/Dr. Corte

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Corte, a OSU graduate and a Sublease Optometrist from North Carolina, shares his optometric journey and how he became involved in different areas of the field. Check out Dr. Ryan Corte's youtube channel, Ryan Reflects: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_8srQCOh4RMIYWKcdsgvHA If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

04-12
34:34

Episode 22: Answering your Questions

In this episode, I answer followers questions regarding interviews, gap years, and personal experience. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

03-15
49:18

Episode 21: Is Private Practice the right fit for you? w/Dr. Pinkston

In this episode, Dr. Thomas Pinkston, a UAB graduate and a Private Practice Optometrist from North Carolina, shares his journey on how he became a private practitioner. Follow Dr. Pinkston's journey on Instagram @dr.tommypinkston If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

03-01
47:26

Episode 20: Practicing in Canada w/Dr. Iskander

In this episode, Dr. John Iskander, a Canadian Optometrist, shares about his journey to become an Optometrist and how practicing in Canada differs from practicing in the States. Follow Dr. Iskander's journey on Instagram @dr.j.eye If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

02-22
41:09

Episode 19: Journey to Ownership w/Dr. Rose

In this episode, Dr. Carly Rose, better known as Dr Rose Talks on Instagram and TikTok, walks the listeners through her journey to ownership. Dr. Rose graduated in 2013 from ICO and she now owns Eyecare on the Square in Cincinnati, Ohio. Follow Dr. Rose's journey on Instagram @drrosetalks and on Tiktok @doctorrrose If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

02-15
37:20

Episode 18: Everything you need to know about Pacific College of Optometry

In this episode, Caitlin Biddulph, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at Pacific University College of Optometry, shares about the multiple degrees PUCO offers, the patient population in Forest Grove, OR and much more. Make sure to follow Pacific Optometry on Instagram @pacificuoptometry For more information about the program and admissions, visit: https://www.pacificu.edu/optometry-od/admissions/admissions-criteria If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

02-08
38:33

Episode 17: A Day in the Life of a 4th year student at SCO

In this episode, Marie Huegel, a 4th year Optometry student at SCO shares her pre-Optometry experience at Clemson, what inspired her career choice and what a typical day in her life look like at the Memphis Eye Clinic. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

02-01
27:35

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