Shreya Jayasimha
@shreyajayasimha
Board-certified optometrist specializing in ocular disease, patient care, and optometry leadership.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a board-certified optometrist (OD, FAAO, DiplABO) with advanced training in ocular disease and residency experience at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. I combine clinical excellence with a strong foundation in diagnostics and sub-specialty co-management.
At NYEE Infirmary of Mount Sinai I provide comprehensive eye care, lead telehealth services, instruct ophthalmology residents, and support optometry team administration. I am proficient with OCT, Optomap, Humphrey Visual Field, corneal topography and fluorescein angiography.
My background includes primary and tertiary care, pediatric and low-vision services, and retail optometry roles at LensCrafters. I have published clinical pieces in Review of Optometry and hold multiple academic scholarships and honors.
I am an engaged community volunteer and mentor, with leadership roles in academic settings and co-curricular activities. I bring teamwork, communication, and organizational skills, and a dedication to patient-centered care and continued professional growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Optometrist
NYEE Infirmary of Mount Sinai
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 1 month)
Provide comprehensive eye exams, diagnose and co-manage ocular disease, instruct ophthalmology residents, and lead telehealth and administrative operations for the optometry team.
Optometrist
LensCrafters
Jan 2019 - Jan 2020 (1 year)
Performed comprehensive eye examinations, treated and managed ocular conditions, and fitted a variety of contact lenses in retail clinic settings.
Optometrist
LensCrafters
Jul 2018 - Jun 2019 (11 months)
Provided comprehensive exams and managed ocular disease while fitting soft and specialty contact lenses in a mall-based clinic.
NOClinical Education Office Assistant
New England College of Optometry
Jan 2014 - Jan 2017 (3 years)
Managed administrative office duties including filing, organizing spreadsheets, faxing, and supporting clinical education operations.
Optometry Assistant
Netra Vision
Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)
Performed pre-testing and image acquisition, trained patients on contact lens use, handled scheduling and administrative tasks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AOAmerican Academy of Optometry
Fellowship in Optometry, Optometry
2019 -
Fellowship in Optometry conferred; member since October 2019.
American Board of Optometry
Diplomat of Optometry, Optometry
2020 -
Diplomat of Optometry certification awarded; active diplomate since August 2020.
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Residency in Ocular Disease, Ocular Disease
2018 - 2019
Postgraduate residency specializing in ocular disease with clinical and sub-specialty rotations from July 2018 to June 2019.
MUMcMaster University
Honors Bachelor, Biology and Psychology
2009 - 2013
Activities and societies: Research assistant, dance coordinator, hospital volunteer
Honors double major in Biology and Psychology completed between 2009 and 2013.
NONew England College of Optometry
Doctor of Optometry, Optometry
2014 - 2018
Grade: Honors with Distinction
Activities and societies: Lab tutor, peer mentor, first year class president, clinical externships
Doctor of Optometry candidate with Honors with Distinction, completed clinical externships and patient care training from 2014 to 2018.
Harry Ainlay Senior High
High School Diploma, General Secondary Education
2005 - 2009
Grade: With Distinction
Activities and societies: Cultural association youth member
High school diploma completed with distinction in 2009.
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Software and tools used professionally
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