Hello Blogosphere!
It’s been a busy August–I took Part 3 of National Boards, finished my summer externship at SCO, moved out of Memphis, and moved into my new apartment in Richmond, KY for my second externship rotation. Again, did I say it was busy?!
In the midst of all this hustle-and-bustle, I found my way to Fort Worth, Texas for the Excellence in Eye Care conference. Hosted by Alcon, a pharmaceutical and contact lens manufacturer, the event sponsored 50 4th year students from across the optometry schools to learn more about the contact lens industry and Alcon’s products. I was able to tour the manufacturing plant where contact lens solutions like Clear Care and Opti-Free are produced. The company also provided the attendees practice management pearls for contact lens wear and patient compliance. I met several engaging speakers who have a wealth of knowledge in regards to private practice and industry partnerships. When I shared my interest for working with industry and being a speaker within the optometric profession, one of the event coordinators even requested my CV! Of course, students were also able to enjoy some down time in the evenings including square dancing along Sundance Square, chowing down on some classic TexMex fare, and even watching some bull riding down at the famous BillyBob’s Stockyards! It was definitely hot in Texas, but seeing a familiar watering hole in Fort Worth, the Flying Saucer, was definitely an ode to good ole’ Memphis.
I look forward to updating you all soon on my first week of my private practice rotation in Richmond, KY!
Carpe Diem,
Amy