Od Doctor of Optometry

Choose one specific non-primary care provider role. Discuss the training, education, and licensing requirements these professional must obtain, and then explain how they work with physicians. What limitations do these professionals have versus a physician? Why do you think some physicians might oppose using these professionals to provide care? Do you think these professionals play a critical role in healthcare? Why or why not?

I am going to talk about an OD Doctor of Optometry. The reason I am going to talk about this profession is because what would happen if we lost one of our senses like Vision. I know that that is one of the senses that I would hate to lose. I don’t mind losing my smell or taste or even touch.

When should I decide that I want to go to Optometry School? Honestly I would get a head start when you are beginning your freshman year of college. There are 21 schools of Optometry in the United States including Puerto Rico. So you should have an idea on what school you would want to attend. Most doctors would say that they have a list of 3 or 4 schools that they would attend. They would contact the schools and see what is required for undergrad work. So I decided to check out NECO (New England College of Optometry) I chose NECO because it is one of the top schools in the country and it is based out of Boston too. Applicants to the Doctor of Optometry program need to demonstrate at least three years of undergraduate preparation. Within this period of study the student must have credits for the following specific course work: (NECO 2015)

Biology with Lab 2 Semesters

Chemistry with Lab 2 Semesters

Physics With lab 2 Semesters

Organic Chemistry with lab 1 Semester

Biochemistry 1 Semester

Microbiology 1 Semester