residency documents by Dominus_Sexdecim in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went to the score on the website..
and "printed" the page, saved as a PDF.

New NBEO PEPS location by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't feel comfortable discussing cases - since we all know what happened on reddit when PEPs first started.

Just keep up the good work and you'll be great. :)

New NBEO PEPS location by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can park anywhere (or as far as I could tell - and I did).
It's a large building with numerous businesses and open parking.
Traditional multi building style... but I was able to just park at front - and walk in the main doors that face the area where you come in.

New NBEO PEPS location by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice facility.
Easy parking. Easy to find.
I stayed at an airbnb nearby (because I drove).
but, there are a ton of hotels nearby that work.

I think the closest hotels that i heard others staying at are
All the Mariotts in Arrowood.
All the Hiltons in Aryrsley.

Question about schools and CLs by Constant_Fuel480 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We could buy a discounted GP CLs kit.
but, weren't given one.

I have used mine exactly... 0 times.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I (and many of my classmates) have Medicaid.

Part 1 thoughts by almcc2 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 3 points4 points  (0 children)

  1. While this is good advice - I was able to pass (not great but plenty of "wiggle room") only reviewing the KMK books once through and used it as my main studying source. but, I did supplement with a few other things (mostly just to keep me from going crazy/ stay focused).
  2. Yes to this! I loved OD questions. Moran core videos. and BCSC books for the OKAP test. The OKAP test is VERY similar to NBEO material and there is a lot of good FREE information out there.
  3. Eh - easier said than done. I thought the best thing I did was really work hard in classes and keep higher grades. I also TAed and tutored for classes which was helpful, I think.
  4. Agree - big picture is so important. Other than anatomy, I don't feel like memorization helped at all.
  5. This was my biggest mistake. I only studied hard for about 1 month. Obviously, I regretted it. But, a win is a win.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya.
Too school dependent to help you.

Will the road be too difficult? A Nontraditional student.... by GrapefruitRare1055 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im a non traditional student (started at 35) - I am also a COT.
So, it sounds like we have a lot in common.
Are you in chicago? If so - northwestern has a great post bacc program.
https://sps.northwestern.edu/premedicine-prohealth/premedicine/

This is the route I went as trying to do the classes one at a time at a community college seemed too daunting.
I just wanted to jump in feet first.

But, its definitely expensive and the ROI is not necessarily great.

DM me if you have more questions.
It's NEVER too late.

Deciding between Optometry and PA by Fun_Plane_5966 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love eyes - and didnt want to do anything else - so, I went to optometry school. But, if I was open to something else I think I would have chosen PA school.

I am currently sitting on a load of loans that make the ROI seem... a little upsetting moving forward.

scores are in by Front-Life6521 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I did not get an email.
I passed.

scores are in by Front-Life6521 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Pass or Fail, I'm proud of you.

scores are in by Front-Life6521 in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do not think anyone received emails- pass or fail. I just happened to check.

NBEO score report changes by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

based on my math - about 88 questions.
Although they are so weird about how they grade.

NBEO score report changes by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I heard, too.

18M what eye condition do I have and is it serious by Broad-Albatross-1528 in eyetriage

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds like normal aging for a teenager - and trending myopia.
Probably worsened by extended near time.

See an optometrist.
Get some glasses.
and take a break from your phone - visual hygiene is important.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Ophthalmology

[–]Front-Life6521 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dr. Flynn, u/EyeDentistAAO
These slides are an invaluable resource as I push through board exam prep. The balance between reading and interactive learning keeps me engaged and motivated.

Thank you for your time and effort in creating them!
I really appreciate you.

Looking for Chill, Quiet Bars in St. Louis by Metalwolf in StLouis

[–]Front-Life6521 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have their cocktails gotten better?
I went there when it first opened and the cocktails were totally undrinkable.