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Samiha Ali

Irvine

Summary

Hardworking and passionate fourth year optometry student with strong organizational and interpersonal skills eager to secure a position at an esteemed residency program. Ready to enhance a solid foundation of clinical skills and judgement through high-level training in a comprehensive, fast-paced residency.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Optometric Intern

Azul Vision
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Conducted preoperative and postoperative care for patients going through laser vision correction surgery or cataract correction procedures.
  • Collaborated with the ophthalmologist when patients needed an additional eye care professional for various diseases and conditions.

Optometric Intern

VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Diagnosed and managed various eye conditions and provided referrals or prescription recommendations for vision correction.

Optometric Intern

University Eye Center Los Angeles
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assessed and fit specialty contact lenses to correct ocular conditions including keratoconus and irregular corneas.

Education

Doctor of Optometry - Optometry

Marshall B. Ketchum University (SCCO)
Fullerton, CA
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of California
Irvine, CA
06.2019

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

  • American Optometric Student Association (AOSA) - (2024)
  • National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) - (2024)
  • California Optometric Association (COA) - (2024)

Profession Relevant Skills

  • Patient and caring medical provider when working with patients, giving them a sense of comfort during uncomfortable parts of the examination.
  • Solid knowledge base of comprehensive aspects of eye care and vision health, which helps promote healthy habits for vision with patients and the community.
  • Excellent problem solver and critical thinker when evaluating observations and analyzing test results to make the right diagnosis.
  • Skillful at preparing prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, maintaining a strong commitment to accuracy.


Timeline

Optometric Intern

Azul Vision
11.2023 - 02.2024

Optometric Intern

VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
08.2023 - 11.2023

Optometric Intern

University Eye Center Los Angeles
05.2023 - 08.2023

Doctor of Optometry - Optometry

Marshall B. Ketchum University (SCCO)

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of California
Samiha Ali