Joanna Chartrand
Sault Ste. Marie,ON
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead O.D.
FYi Doctors
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
11.2020 - Current
- Performed comprehensive eye exams, including refractions and visual field tests.
- Provided patients with information on their overall ocular health and vision status.
- Prescribed eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct vision problems.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as tonometry and pachymetry to measure intraocular pressure and corneal thickness.
- Analyzed test results in order to diagnose diseases of the eye, such as glaucoma or cataracts.
- Monitored patient progress over time by performing follow-up examinations.
- Educated patients on proper use of corrective lenses, hygiene and safety precautions related to vision care.
- Assisted other healthcare professionals in diagnosing complex ophthalmic issues through collaboration and consultation.
- Developed treatment plans for individual patient cases based on medical history, physical exam findings, lab results, and imaging studies.
- Managed pre-operative evaluations for surgical procedures such as laser surgery or cataract extraction.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle modifications that could improve their vision health.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments prescribed, medications administered.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in order to coordinate care for complex cases.
- Provided referrals when necessary to specialists who can provide additional services or treatments not available in the practice setting.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable state laws governing optometric practice.
- Stayed up-to-date on new developments in optometric medicine by attending conferences and seminars.
- Promoted healthy vision by counseling and educating patients.
- Used optometric equipment to conduct pre-testing and special testing.
- Diagnosed and assisted in treatment of ocular disease.
- Determined most appropriate tools and treatments for specific eye problems.
- Managed comprehensive analysis of visual system, eye diseases and injuries.
Optometrist, Owner
Sault Optometry Clinic
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
09.2010 - 11.2020
- Performed comprehensive eye exams, including refractions and visual field tests.
- Provided patients with information on their overall ocular health and vision status.
- Prescribed eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct vision problems.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as tonometry and pachymetry to measure intraocular pressure and corneal thickness.
- Analyzed test results in order to diagnose diseases of the eye, such as glaucoma or cataracts.
- Monitored patient progress over time by performing follow-up examinations.
- Assisted other healthcare professionals in diagnosing complex ophthalmic issues through collaboration and consultation.
- Developed treatment plans for individual patient cases based on medical history, physical exam findings, lab results, and imaging studies.
- Managed pre-operative evaluations for surgical procedures such as laser surgery or cataract extraction.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments prescribed, medications administered.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in order to coordinate care for complex cases.
Education
O. D. - Optometry
Michigan College of Optometry
Big Rapids, Michigan05-2009
Timeline
Lead O.D.
FYi Doctors
11.2020 - Current
Optometrist, Owner
Sault Optometry Clinic
09.2010 - 11.2020
O. D. - Optometry
Michigan College of Optometry