Shortly after fall break, first-year optometry students Alyssa S. and Kaitlyn C. approached Dr. Angel Novel Simmons, OD ’03, with a simple but powerful question: How can we give back to the UMSL community? Ideas quickly began to flow—everything from a winter coat drive to supporting a local school family. After thoughtful discussion, they landed on an … Continue reading Students Supporting Students – Through the Eyes of Community
In Appreciation for Dr. Larry Davis’ Contributions to UMSL College of Optometry
by Edward Bennett, OD Dr. Larry Davis, Dean of the College of Optometry since 2000, ended his tenure as Dean effective September 1, 2022. I first met Dr. Davis when he was a 4th year optometry student at Indiana University (IU) and applied for the UMSL Cornea and Contact Lens Residency program. Both Dr. Vinita Henry … Continue reading In Appreciation for Dr. Larry Davis’ Contributions to UMSL College of Optometry
College of Optometry Launches Cutting Edge Telehealth Course
Original article written and posted in UMSL Daily by Jessica Rogen and the photo was taken by August Jennewein. UMSL Assistant Clinical Professor Tareq Nabhan (second from right) launched "Introduction to Telehealth" last semester. The course aims to inform third year students such as (from left) John Kingsley, Heath Rolwing and Cole Stanton on the … Continue reading College of Optometry Launches Cutting Edge Telehealth Course
August Academe 2021 and Alumni and Friends Banquet
August 28-29, 2021 - 8 hrs CE available (In-person and virtual options available)Location - Renaissance Hotel, St. Louis Airport SCHEDULE: Saturday, August 281pm-3pm: Brianne Hobbs, OD, Common Misconceptions About Retinal Disease3pm-5pm: Anthony DeWilde, OD, and Elizabeth Phillips, OD, VA Grand Rounds Alumni and Friends Banquet: cocktail hour 6pm/dinner 7 pm(included with CE registration) Sunday, August … Continue reading August Academe 2021 and Alumni and Friends Banquet