#fourthyear

LFaits

Aug 17, 20182 min read

Working at a Private Practice in Optometry School

As I begin my first rotation as a fourth-year outside of the Illinois Eye Institute, it has become very clear that there are many...

LFaits

Feb 7, 20182 min read

How to Relax during Optometry School

To say optometry school can be stressful is an understatement. First year, you can have up to three exams a week, plus practicals,...

LFaits

Oct 4, 20172 min read

What is NBEO Part 3?

Fall quarter is stressful. Why? Maybe it is just me, but this quarter has been busy. My exam schedule goes as follows: September 26: NBEO...

LFaits

Jul 26, 20172 min read

Watching Cataract Surgery

As optometrists, we see plenty of cataracts. It is common to see patients with all types of cataracts, and we have to administer tests to...

LFaits

Sep 26, 20163 min read

The Externship Lotto at ICO

Fourth year Rina Sheth’s latest blog was Seven Tips for ICO Externships. But, how do fourth years get to a certain externship site? This...