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Education
Oklahoma State University
Doctor of Optometry – Illinois College of Optometry
Why did you become a optometrist?
In college, I was undecided on a major and was exploring possible career paths when I had the opportunity to attend an open-house at an optometry school with a friend who was going to attend that school. After seeing the school and speaking with students there, I decided to schedule time with a local optometrist to shadow her in the office and see what day-to-day life was like as an optometrist. I found the career appealing because of the work-life balance and the reward of helping people to see better. I was so anxious to start that within just a few weeks I had enrolled in the required prerequisite classes, signed up to take the admission test, and applied for optometry school. I began the program the following year.
Interesting Facts
I grew up in Pueblo, Colorado and am excited to be able to provide eye care to children in my home town. In my spare time, I love to read and write. I also play the piano and the violin and enjoy running and gardening.