One of the many points of pride for the College of Optometry is having one of the most active National Optometric Student Association (NOSA) chapters in the country. Two of their annual programs are highlighted in this issue of the EyeWire: the Annual Easter Egg Hunt for Handicapped Children, and the Annual Talent Show. The … Continue reading College of Optometry Talent is Showcased in Annual NOSA Event
UMSL Remains Prominent at 2019 Heart of America
The College of Optometry was well represented and very active at the 58th Annual Heart of America Eye Care Congress, held February 15th – 17th in Kansas City. Alumni were greeted by UMSL representatives and faculty at our booth in the Exhibit Hall as well as at our ever-popular alumni reception, held Saturday evening before … Continue reading UMSL Remains Prominent at 2019 Heart of America
Faculty News
Cornea and Contact Lens resident, Dr. Jonathan Chen (with Dr. Julie DeKinder), presented a poster entitled “Contact Lens Challenges for Microcornea with a Glaucoma Drainage Device” at the Global Specialty Lens Symposium, held January 24 – 27 in Las Vegas. Assistant Clinical Professor, Dr. Jessica Tu, presented a poster entitled “PIGGYBACK ATTACK: Piggyback Lens Fit … Continue reading Faculty News
Newborn News
Dr. Jennifer Brown (‘09) and her husband Jeremy became the proud parents of Gwendolyn Josie on December 19, 2018. Dr. Megan Wilson Carroll (‘07) and her husband Patrick welcomed Anna Callen and Graham Patrick into the world on February 3rd. Drs. Courtney (’17) and Ethan Brilley (’17) became the proud parents of Jameson Daeho, born … Continue reading Newborn News