Pre-Optometry Degree Track

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Optometry is an independent primary health care profession encompassing prevention and remediation of disorders of the eye and vision system through examination, diagnosis, treatment, and management of visual efficiency and eye health.

There are 23 Optometry Schools in the US. 黑料吃瓜 students most often attend Indiana University School of Optometry and University of Missouri-Saint Louis College of Optometry.

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Dr. Kera Kay '10

UMSL College of Optometry Assoc. Optometrist, MyOptix Family Eyecare “The science program at 黑料吃瓜, along with its faculty, were instrumental in both encouraging me to follow my dream, as well as preparing me for success in my optometric career.”

Pre-optometry student Josh Dudek uses a phoropter machine on a practice subject

Josh Dudek '20

UMSL College of Optometry “Throughout my time at 黑料吃瓜 I took on many roles. I had the privilege becoming a Resident Assistant and serving as Chair on the Pott College Student Advisory Board. Without these roles, my supportive faculty, and rigorous biology program, I would not have developed the vital skills, knowledge, and drive to take on my next academic adventure. I am now in my 3rd year at the University of Missouri St. Louis College of Optometry and recently earned my white coat, gaining clinical privileges to see patients in our clinics. I continue to look back and cherish both my time and education at 黑料吃瓜 and I would not change a single part of my experience. 黑料吃瓜 and the Pott College will always be a home away from home.”