ARFA AHSAN
CLINICAL OPTOMETRIST
Multan
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Clinical Optometrist with strong expertise in examination of eyes and visual system, early detection of ocular disease and referral to ophthalmologists, and advanced diagnostic imaging (OCT, VF, Fundus Photography, corneal topography). Experienced research collaborator involved in clinical trials, data collection and analysis, and publication in peer-reviewed journals. Passionate about integrating clinical practice with evidence-based research to improve patient outcomes and visual science knowledge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinical Optometrist
Bodla Eye Care
06.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, refraction, and binocular vision assessment.
- Manage patients with anterior segment abnormality, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and refractive errors in collaboration with ophthalmologists.
- Perform and interpret OCT, visual fields, corneal topography and fundus imaging.
- Assist in laser and surgical clinics including refractive surgery, micropulse laser, YAG, and anterior segment procedures.
- Counsel patients on postoperative care and low-vision rehabilitation.
Research Co-Worker
Bodla Eye Care
06.2022 - Current
- Participate in designing and executing clinical studies in Glaucoma and medical retina.
- Collect and analyze clinical data using SPSS / Excel.
- Prepare manuscripts, posters, and presentations for conferences.
- Collaborate on research publications and coordinate with ethical review committees.
Internee Optometrist
University Of Lahore
09.2017 - 06.2022
Internee Optometrist
Shahbaz Sharif DHQ Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2019
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
MNSUAM
Multan, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
CHPE (Medical Education)
NUMS
Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Doctor of Optometry
University of Lahore
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Intermediate (Pre-Medical)
DG Khan Board
Muzaffargarh, Punjab, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
- Clinical: Refraction, Contact Lenses, OCT / OCT-A, Visual Field Testing, Retinoscopy, Tonometry , Diagnosis and treatments
- Technical: Microsoft Office, SPSS, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ
- Research: Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Scientific Writing, Literature Review
- Soft Skills: Communication, Team Collaboration, Patient Counseling, Time Management, Record keeping, Problem-solving abilities
Workshops & Conferences
- Certificate of workshop on Orbit and Oculoplastic
- Certificate of 6th National Optometry Conference
- Certificate of Attendance Low vision assessment
- Certificate of participation in World Sight Day
- Certificate of participation in World White Cane Day
- Certificate of participation in 39th & 41th Lahore Opthalmo Conference
- Participated at AICO 2024 Opthalmo conference, Islamabad
- Attended Mastering Research methods and Biostatistics At Agha Khan University, Karachi
Timeline
Clinical Optometrist
Bodla Eye Care
06.2022 - Current
Research Co-Worker
Bodla Eye Care
06.2022 - Current
Internee Optometrist
Shahbaz Sharif DHQ Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2019
Internee Optometrist
University Of Lahore
09.2017 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Public Health
MNSUAM
04.2001 -
CHPE (Medical Education)
NUMS
04.2001 -
Doctor of Optometry
University of Lahore
04.2001 -
Intermediate (Pre-Medical)
DG Khan Board
04.2001 -