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Optometrist Q&A

Learn about what it is like to practice as an optometrist with our series of interviews with ODs detailing what they like best and least about their profession.

Angelica Cifuentes, OD Optometrist

Angelica Cifuentes, OD: Advice for Future Optometrists

Abstract: Dr. Angelica Cifuentes, a Miami-based optometrist who graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2022, shares practical advice for aspiring optometrists. Her main recommendations include: start shadowing early and consistently (at least three months with the same doctor), attend classes regularly to build professor relationships for recommendation letters, balance strong ... Read more

Kyle Magatelli

Updated October 27, 2025 by Kyle Magatelli

20 Questions: Michael Hyde, O.D. [Optometry]

Optometrist Michael Hyde graduated from the University of Houston in 2002.  He currently practices on Mondays at the MS Eye CARE Clinic at the University of Houston and in Huntsville, Texas. His areas of interest ... Read more

Lee Burnett

Updated August 8, 2022 by Lee Burnett

Optometry

20 Questions: Ken Elder, O.D. [Optometry]

Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ken Elder, O.D. graduated from the State University of New York College of Optometry after serving an internship with the Indian Health Service on the Navajo reservation in Arizona. ... Read more

Lee Burnett

Updated June 27, 2022 by Lee Burnett