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Divyabharathy Udhayasoorioan

Divyabharathy Udhayasoorioan

Caerdydd

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Optometrist with expertise in conducting comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing and managing ocular conditions, and prescribing corrective lenses and treatments. Skilled in refraction, slit-lamp bio-microscopy, contact lens fitting, and ocular disease management. Strong background in patient education, clinical decision-making, and delivering high-quality vision care. Adept at working in multidisciplinary teams while ensuring patient-centered care and practice efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Optical assistant

Specsavers Opticians
Caerphilly, Caerphilly County Borough
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted 50+ patients weekly with frame selection, lens options, and spectacle fitting.
  • Dispensed and instructed patients on proper use and care of contact lenses, improving patient compliance and satisfaction.
  • Performed pre-screening tests (visual acuity, tonometry, visual fields) and maintained accurate records for 100+ patients.
  • Managed appointments, processed orders, and supported optometrists in daily clinic operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely patient care.

Tutor in optometry

SRI MANAKULAR VINAYAGAR MEDICAL COLLEGE
Pondicherry, PONDICHERRY
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Delivered one-on-one and group tutoring in optics, ocular anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and clinical skills to 25+ students per semester.
  • Guided students in exam preparation, case studies, and practical skills (refraction, slit-lamp use, contact lens fitting), helping over 80% achieve improved practical exam scores.
  • Monitored student progress, provided targeted feedback, and stayed current with optometry curriculum and best practices.

INTERNSHIP (OPTOMETRIST)

LATHA EYE HOSPITAL
NAMAKAL, TAMIL NADU
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted in conducting comprehensive eye examinations, including refraction, visual acuity, and binocular vision tests for 50 patients per week.
  • Gained hands-on experience with slit-lamp biomicroscopy, tonometry, fundus examination, and contact lens fitting.
  • Supported optometrists in diagnosing ocular conditions and managing patient care.
  • Educated patients on lens care, eye health, and preventive practices.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and assisted with clinic operations.

TRAINEE OPTOMETRISIT (PART-TIME)

KRYSTAL OPTICALS
PONDICHERRY
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted senior optometrists in eye examinations, refraction, and contact lens fitting for 30–50 patients per week.
  • Performed preliminary tests including visual acuity, tonometry, and keratometry to support accurate diagnosis.
  • Guided patients on spectacle choices, lens options, and proper contact lens care, improving patient compliance and satisfaction.

Education

BSC OPTOMETRY - Optometry / Vision Science

MAHATHMA GANDHI MEDICAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUE
PONDICHERRY
08.2017 - 03.2021

MASTER IN CLINICAL OPTOMTERY - Clinical Optometry

Cardiff University
Cardiff
09.2022 - 07.2024

Skills

  • Advanced refraction and visual acuity assessment
  • Comprehensive ocular health examinations
  • Slit-lamp bio-microscopy & fundus evaluation
  • Diagnosis and management of ocular diseases (glaucoma, cataract, retinal conditions)
  • Specialty contact lens fitting (RGP, scleral, ortho-K)
  • Pediatric and geriatric eye care
  • Low vision assessment & rehabilitation

Certification

Professional Certificate in Medical Retina & Low Vision – UK
Specialized training in retinal disorder management and low vision rehabilitation.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

  • Comparison of macular thickness in hypermetropia,myopia and emmetropia-an oct based study
  • Comparison of bone marrow stem cells and umbilical cord stem cells used for the treatment of glaucoma

Timeline

MASTER IN CLINICAL OPTOMTERY - Clinical Optometry

Cardiff University
09.2022 - 07.2024

Tutor in optometry

SRI MANAKULAR VINAYAGAR MEDICAL COLLEGE
04.2022 - 09.2022

Optical assistant

Specsavers Opticians
01.2022 - Current

INTERNSHIP (OPTOMETRIST)

LATHA EYE HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 02.2022

TRAINEE OPTOMETRISIT (PART-TIME)

KRYSTAL OPTICALS
03.2020 - 03.2021

BSC OPTOMETRY - Optometry / Vision Science

MAHATHMA GANDHI MEDICAL COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUE
08.2017 - 03.2021

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