Timothy M. Johnson, O.D.
P.O. Box 28 * Crownpoint, NM 87313
Cell: (267) 973-2336 *
OPTOMETRIST
Fully licensed doctor of optometry by the Nevada State Board of Optometry. Energetic, hardworking professional dedicated to providing the highest level of care for patients and their loved ones. Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail. Effective time-management techniques. Friendly demeanor.
Education
§ O.D. 2009 Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, Elkins Park, PA
§ B.S. 2007 Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, Elkins Park, PA - Major: Visual Science
§ B.A. 2005 Covenant College, Lookout Mtn. GA - Major: Biology, Biomedical option
Professional and Work Experience
§ Student Extern – Allentown VA Outpatient Clinic – Thomas Scarino O.D., Allentown, PA
February 2009 – May 2009: 40hrs/wk. Comprehensive examination and treatment of complex, elderly patient population. Required proficiency in EMR’s and good time-management skills. Clinical honors awarded.
§ Student Intern, The Feinbloom Low Vision and Rehabilitation Center – The Eye Institute, Philadelphia, PA
November 2008 – February 2009: 40hrs/wk. Comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation of vision impairment through the use of magnification, prism, lighting and tints. Extensive management and observation of Retinitis Pigmentosa, Stargardt Disease, Albinism and end-stage Glaucoma.
§ Student Extern – Drs. Eye Care Center – Robert D. Levy, O.D., Richard M. Shetzline, O.D. Julie B. Hershman, O.D., Burlington, NJ
August 2008 – November 2008: 40hrs/wk. Extensive experience handling large patient volume in a booming Eye Care Center, with particular emphasis on the treatment of refractive error and ocular disease through the implementation of contact lenses. Clinical honors awarded.
§ Student Extern – Suburban Eye Care – Garry J. Thomas O.D., M.D., Norristown, PA
May 2008 – August 2008: 40hrs/wk. Advanced treatment and examination of complex ocular disease, with particular emphasis on the treatment and repair of retinal tears, breaks and detachments, as well as Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma. Clinical honors awarded.
§ Student Extern – Advanced Eye Care - Denise M. Mercer, OD, Limerick, PA
January 2008 – May 2008: 40hrs/wk. Complete vision and eye health examining, contact lens fitting and patient follow-up. Conducting advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Designing, implementing and managing vision therapy programs. Large pediatric population.
§ Student Intern, Module 1 - The Eye Institute, Philadelphia, PA
September 2005 – December 2007: 10-20hrs/wk. Primary care optometry in complex patient population of all ages located in urban Philadelphia. Advanced treatment of ocular disease facilitated by state-of-the-art equipment, especially in regards to Glaucoma, and Diabetic and Hypertensive Retinopathy. Clinical honors awarded.
Activities
§ Member: American Optometric Association
§ CPR Certified by the International CPR Institute 2009