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DEPARTMENT

Optometric Medicine

The Doctor of Optometry program at ºÚÁÏרÇø of Health Professions offers a medically focused curriculum, hands-on clinical training and early patient experience for future optometrists.

Testimonials

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“After I did the interview and everything, I fell in love with how the curriculum was set up. So we have about 15 to 16 units, per semester, instead of the usual 20 that you see at other schools. Knowing that I can have that school life balance is something that I really wanted, and it allows me to absorb the information better instead of feeling like I have to cram and then dump, and then just move on to the next class. So that’s something that was really important to me.”


— Hailey Maribut

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“ºÚÁÏרÇø is a great school. The faculty here really do care they’re always right next to you whenever you need help. They’re here to provide support every step of the way. On top of that you’re right next to the mountains you’re 20-30 minutes away from a ski resort and there’s so many things fun things to do around here especially if you love the outdoors and just keeping these things in mind it’s great for your mental health and it helps you achieve your scholarly dreams.” 

— Anmol

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Advanced Medical Focus

Training in systemic treatment including EKG, hypertension, diabetes, and cholesterol management

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Laser and surgical preparation

Hands-on procedural training to expand your clinical skillset

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Integrated medical curriculum

Primary care and internal medicine concepts woven throughout your education

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Year-round structure

Lower credit loads per semester designed to promote deeper learning and retention

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Utah’s only OD program

One of just six programs in the Western U.S. region

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Early clinical exposure

Hands-on patient experiences beginning early in the program