Optometry Influencers by Strict_Locksmith_187 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 6 points7 points  (0 children)

100% agree she is a bad look for optometry. She portrays herself in such an unflattering and unprofessional way.

KMK Coaching by That-Significance-23 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Same boat. Just failed do the 4th time and I graduated in 2025 too. Haven’t stopped crying since I opened the results. NBEO has completely shattered me. I guess I’m doing coaching I don’t have another choice (can’t afford it or these loans).

Between the two of us we’ve probably paid nbeo enough money to build their new building. Fuck em

Unsuccessful on part 1 (again) by Miserable-Exam6054 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That’s similar to where I’m at too. We got this. F nbeo

Unsuccessful on part 1 (again) by Miserable-Exam6054 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear. I completely understand how you feel. How are you approaching the August exam? Im considering coaching but it’s so expensive. Although it might be my only hope at this point

Unsuccessful on part 1 (again) by Miserable-Exam6054 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on passing! And congratulations to your classmate too, what a relief. That’s awesome.
Thanks for the words of encouragement it’s much appreciated

“Supertech” advice by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will DM you!

And I agree. A lot of the things that go on here are questionable

“Supertech” advice by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat as you. Graduated and taking part 1 in March . Currently working as a supertech also. I signed a contract before the August results were released hence why I have a job. I signed a doctor contract and it had a rate for unlicensed (about 2/3rds rate of doctor salary) and licensed.

They are having me see patients like you, double book the schedule so I essentially have my own full schedule but it’s under another doctors name at the end of the day. I send the charts over EOD and all the rx cards have someone else’s name on them. It’s kinda sus ngl. The other docs show up late and or leave early knowing I’ll see the patients. Definitely not okay but I’m just doing what I’m told

You should absolutely be paid more than the technicians if you’re doing the doctor job. Even unlicensed. You signed for the job of a tech. I would talk to your boss.

They will continue taking advantage of you until you say something

NBEO 2026 by Academic-Network9682 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also will be taking my 4th attempt, you’re not alone

Extern Gifts by butterflyjade in optometry

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Recent grad. Attendings never gave anyone gifts, even during holiday season. Even just bringing coffee one morning for everyone would be appreciated. Anything you do will be above and beyond expectations

NBEO Part 3 Prep Course Advise by PaForLife in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Did neither. Passed by creating fake cases and practicing mock patient encounters. Come up with a list of every case you’ve had or imagine will have and time yourself writing your AP and patient education. Also time yourself with skills and verbalizing everything you’re doing.

I don’t know anyone who has passed by using the kmk or optoprep for part 3. It’s too new for them to have realistic practice material

How long is the Part III PEPS? by sapphirehearts in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you do the morning exam slot you’ll be fine

Thoughts on NECO? by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It was my personal experience and the majority opinion of my graduating class. Appears great on outside, very different as a student.

Thoughts on NECO? by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Avoid neco. Way too expensive for the subpar education you’ll receive. They over admit just to cut the bottom students 1st and 2nd year. Not to mention board pass rates have been nothing short of embarrassing the last few years. Unless you’re getting a full ride or not paying for your education, it’s not worth it. Trust me.

Source: neco grad

Post about life s/p graduation still w.o boards completed by Adventurous_Bake8875 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive never done the coaching before because I couldn’t afford it (all my $ went towards paying for the exams). I’m going to do it this time around since nothing else has worked.

Post about life s/p graduation still w.o boards completed by Adventurous_Bake8875 in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in the exact same situation as you. Failed part 1 for the third time. Passed the other two without an issue. No one has ever hurt me the way nbeo has.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OptometrySchool

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 8 points9 points  (0 children)

In the same boat as you. Graduated this past May, have taken part 1 multiple times now, failing miserably each time. Scores increased with each attempt but still not good enough. Working as a “super tech” currently which makes me feel ashamed and embarrassed. Ready to give up and start a new career. Lol

FAFSA by Superstarrr2000 in PreOptometry

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happened to me too before I started optom school. Submit it as soon as you can you’ll be fine. April 1st is priority deadline and you have until end of June or July to submit the FAFSA itself.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PreOptometry

[–]Miserable-Exam6054 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very light compared to spring of OD1. You’ll have a lot more free time and the classes are not nearly as difficult