Become a Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/subscribe Keepin' it O.D. is a podcast dedicated to preparing Pre-Optometry students for their professional journey. Karin, the host, shares her personal experience and tips on how to land an interview and get accepted into your dream Optometry school. The podcast also features various admissions committee members and practicing Optometrists that share their insights and provide listeners with resources to enrich their pre-optometric experience and help them become successful Optometrists.
Karin Girgis, OD Candidate 2025
In this episode, Juan Saavedra, Assistant Director of Recruitment and Student Affairs at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, discusses what makes NSU unique, the applicant and interview process, and how prospective students can become competitive applicants. Make sure to follow NSU Optometry on Instagram @nsuoptometry If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Majcher, Director of Residency Programs at the Northeastern University Oklahoma College of Optometry, shares the secrets to become competitive for their super competitive, 30 seat, Optometry program. She also shares the unique and expansive skills that are taught and can be performed in the state of Oklahoma as mandated by their board of Optometry. If you have any further questions, email clover@nsuok.edu or medearis@nsuok.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Monica Scirrotto, Director of Admissions at the Pennsylvania/Salus College of Optometry, shares the 3 unique tracks offered to Optometry students at PCO along with the great leadership opportunities offered to students to further their appreciation for their community and profession. If you have any further questions, email mscirrotto@salus.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Teisha Johnson, Senior Director of Admissions at the Illinois College of Optometry, shares ICO's mission to support their students along their Optometric journey and the unique opportunities ICO offers their students. If you have any further questions, email tjohnson@ico.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, I answer followers questions about the financial and academic expectations in the first year of Optometry school. *At the time of this recording, I am an OD1 at Nova Southeastern University. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Michael Earley, chair of Admissions and chief of the Binocular Vision and Pediatric Services at Ohio State College of Optometry, shares OSUCO's mission to support their students. Dr. Earley and Ms. Candace Johnson both share with listeners the unique opportunities OSUCO offers their students. For more information about OSUCO's tuition, checkout this link: https://optometry.osu.edu/financial-information If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. John Gialousakis, Director of Curriculum Development And Chair of Admissions Committee at Chicago College of Optometry at Midwestern University, share about the OD program at Chicago College of Optometry at Midwestern University, the social scene in Downers Grove and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissil@midwestern.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, I share my orientation week experience at NSUCO with you guys. I discuss COVID adjustments, Schedule, Equipment and much more. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Alicia Feis, Dean of the Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University shares about the OD program at AZCOPT, admissions requirements, the student life in Glendale and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissaz@midwestern.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Mika Moy, Clinical Professor and Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs at Berkeley and Jessica Rivers, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs, share about the OD program at UC Berkeley School of Optometry, the student life in Berkeley and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to optometry-admissions@berkeley.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Emily DeRosa, Assistant Director of Admissions at NECO, shares about the OD program at New England College of Optometry, the student life in Boston and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to admissions@neco.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, I share my personal favorite study apps, techniques, prep courses, scrubs and much more. Products/Thoughts shared in this episode are purely my opinion based on my experience. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Lyle Tate, Director of Admissions, Recruiting, and Advising at UHCO, shares about the multiple degrees UHCO offers, the patient population in Houston, TX and much more. For more information about the program and admissions, email your questions to dltate@central.uh.edu or call Lyle at 713-743-2044 If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Ryan Corte, a OSU graduate and a Sublease Optometrist from North Carolina, shares his optometric journey and how he became involved in different areas of the field. Check out Dr. Ryan Corte's youtube channel, Ryan Reflects: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_8srQCOh4RMIYWKcdsgvHA If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, I answer followers questions regarding interviews, gap years, and personal experience. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Thomas Pinkston, a UAB graduate and a Private Practice Optometrist from North Carolina, shares his journey on how he became a private practitioner. Follow Dr. Pinkston's journey on Instagram @dr.tommypinkston If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. John Iskander, a Canadian Optometrist, shares about his journey to become an Optometrist and how practicing in Canada differs from practicing in the States. Follow Dr. Iskander's journey on Instagram @dr.j.eye If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Carly Rose, better known as Dr Rose Talks on Instagram and TikTok, walks the listeners through her journey to ownership. Dr. Rose graduated in 2013 from ICO and she now owns Eyecare on the Square in Cincinnati, Ohio. Follow Dr. Rose's journey on Instagram @drrosetalks and on Tiktok @doctorrrose If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Caitlin Biddulph, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions at Pacific University College of Optometry, shares about the multiple degrees PUCO offers, the patient population in Forest Grove, OR and much more. Make sure to follow Pacific Optometry on Instagram @pacificuoptometry For more information about the program and admissions, visit: https://www.pacificu.edu/optometry-od/admissions/admissions-criteria If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Marie Huegel, a 4th year Optometry student at SCO shares her pre-Optometry experience at Clemson, what inspired her career choice and what a typical day in her life look like at the Memphis Eye Clinic. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Joseph Sciortino, a 3rd year Optometry student at SCO shares his pre-Optometry journey, what inspired his career choice and what a typical day in his life look like. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss communication etiquette at all stages of your application process. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Janette Pepper, a Pediatric Optometrist, Vision Therapist and Faculty member at Southern College of Optometry, share a typical day in her life. She also shares her educational background and what inspired her to become an Optometrist. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode I go into detail about why I chose Optometry and how it could be a great career path for you. If you enjoy the show make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast Subscribe to the the podcast on Apple Podcast, follow the podcast on Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Patrick Cameron, Associate Director of Admission at MCPHS College of Optometry, shares about the city of Worcester and the MCPHS OD program. Make sure to follow MCPHS Optometry on Instagram @mcphsopto For more info and to schedule a tour visit: https://www.mcphs.edu/admission-and-aid/visit-us and https://www.mcphs.edu/admission-and-aid/request-information If you have any specific questions email Patrick via: Admissions.Worcester@mcphs.edu If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, Dr. Kim Kohne, Associate Dean of Students and Clinical Professor at Indiana School of Optometry, discusses what makes IUSO unique, the applicant and interview process, and how prospective students can become competitive applicants. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss the Optometry program at SCO. Dr. Lebowitz, an SCO class of 2006 and a current faculty member, explains what makes SCO unique and how you can become a competitive applicant. Mr. Robertson also shares about the applicant review process and the biggest deal-breakers for interviewers. If you enjoyed this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss how to make an informed decision on where you'll be spending the next 4 years of your life. I will walk you through the comparison process and I will also share my personal experience. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we invited Dr. Amanda Blankenship and Mr. David Roberson. Dr. Blankenship, PharmD, is a pharmacology professor at KYCO and part of the faculty committee that conducts the open file interview. Mr. Roberson, MS, is the senior coordinator for KYCO Admissions and Recruitment. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we invited Dr. Sarah Sweeney an assistant clinical professor at UMSL and part of the faculty that conducts the open file interview. Dr. Sweeney graduated top of her class from SCO in 2011 and completed a residency in private practice in 2012. She shares her experience at UMSL to give prospective students some insight on the culture at UMSL. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode, we discuss popular interview questions, possible topic of discussion and how to leave a lasting impression on your interviewer. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we go over the OPTOMCAS platform, the multiple sections of the application and how to plan and prep for the required material to present a competitive application. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss how to plan out your personal statement, what to include and what NOT to include and how to write a personal statement that will impress admissions committees. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss how to prepare for the Optometry Admissions Test and how to budget your time and money to maximize your time and score. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
In this episode we discuss how to prepare for Optometry school during your undergrad years and how you can make the most out of your time in undergrad If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
Welcome to Keepin' it O.D. !! I am so thrilled to be launching this show to connect with Pre-Optometry students. Make sure you follow the show on Instagram @keepin.it.od to stay up to date and involved. If you or anyone you know would like to collaborate on an episode, email the podcast: keepinitodpodcast@hotmail.com If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to leave me a 5-star review. Come back next week for a brand new episode all about the undergrad years. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/message
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