MOOJAN ROUHI, O.D.

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Carlisle, MA. 01741

EDUCATION:

New England College of Optometry, Boston, Massachusetts Doctor of Optometry, 1987

Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas

B.S., Biology, 1983

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Lead Optometrist

Lexington Eye Associates, Lexington, MA. 2013- Present Performed full range of optometric functions including disease management, urgent, pre and post op patient care and overall ocular health. Demonstrated ability to ensure a superior level of patient care in a busy ophthalmology/ optometry practice with four locations. Co-managed refractive, cataract and glaucoma patients with the specialists. Managed the optometry team and contact lens department. Senior Staff Optometrist

LASIK Vision Institute, Burlington, MA 2004-2013

Provided pre and post operative care in a high volume laser vision correction center. Developed extensive experience in identifying appropriate candidates for LASIK and PRK procedures utilizing sophisticated corneal topography including Orbscan and Pentacam. Managed routine and emergency post surgical complications. Supervised and guided ophthalmic technical staff in implementing policies and procedures set by the management team.

Staff Optometrist

Arrigg Eye and Ear Associates, Lawrence, MA 1997- 2013 Leahey Eye Clinic, Lowell, MA 1997- 2004

Collaborated with area physicians, and other medical professionals in assessment of patient condition and implementation of appropriate ophthalmic care. Continued professional growth, utilizing extensive therapeutic privileges to diagnose and treat patients with multiple complications.

Co-managed glaucoma and refractive surgery patients including LASIK and PRK, as well as cataract and other anterior segment pre and postoperative evaluations. Other responsibilities included primary care, fitting contact lenses, in addition to urgent care in challenging and busy ophthalmic practices.

Staff Optometrist 1994- 1997

Fallon Medical Center, Worcester, MA

Provided full range of vision care and ocular health assessment to the health care plan members, including contact lens services.

Collaborated with different staff ophthalmologists in care and treatments of patients requiring secondary and tertiary care.

Gained experience and proficiency in diagnosis and treatment of various ocular conditions associated with systematic disease, co-managing with primary care physicians as well as specialists. Assisted management in staff recruitment and performance evaluation in addition to formulating department’s goals and objectives.

Director of Optometry Clinic 1988 - 1994

Roxbury Comprehensive Health Center, Roxbury, MA

Developed and implemented fiscal and clinical plans for the operation of the department. Supervised consulting optometrists and fourth year optometry students in appropriate patient care. Trained and directed clinical and clerical staff in implementing the department policies and procedures. Increased patient access to the optometry clinic by approximately 80% in five years. Provided comprehensive vision care and eye health management of members of this high risk community. Routinely assessed and treated ocular disease including glaucoma, infections, and injuries. Screened children and elderly in the community by establishing a referral network from neighborhood schools and nursing homes, arranging referrals to our center for those failing screening. Worked closely with our referral clinic in diagnosis and treatment of various anterior and posterior segment disease, utilizing automated perimetry, fundus fluorescein angiography and laser photocoagulation.

Developed relations with other health care practitioners to encourage appropriate referrals providing educational and in-service programs.

Resident 1987 - 1988

Veterans Administration Medical Center, Brockton/West Roxbury, MA Acquired a one-year intensive clinical experience in vision care, practicing in a teaching medical center. Responsibilities included administrative as well as complete patient management, consultations and follow-up care; gained experience examining both outpatients as well as inpatients, including physically handicapped and psychiatrically-disturbed individuals. Performed complete health assessments requiring proficiency in gonioscopy, binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy with scleral depression, fundus contact and non-contact lens evaluation. Worked closely with the

staff ophthalmologist in managing patients with various anterior and posterior segment disease, including glaucoma and anterior segment infections and inflammations. Gained proficiency in diagnostic skills, including fundus and slit lamp photography as well as fundus fluorescein angiography. Specialty Contact Lens Clinic, Boston Optometric Center 1987- 1988 Boston, MA

Developed clinical experience with patients having aphakia, keratoconus and high astigmatism as well as patients requiring daily and extended wear contact lenses. EXTERNSHIPS:

Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic

March 1987 - May 1987

Boston, MA

Brighton Marine Public Health Center September 1986 - December 1986 Brighton, MA

South End Community Health Center

June 1986 - September 1986

Boston, MA

PRESENTATIONS:

Cytomegalovirus Retinitis

October 1987 Grand Rounds

V.A. Medical Center, West Roxbury, MA

Argon Laser and its Applications to Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy February 1988 Grand Rounds

V.A. Medical Center, West Roxbury, MA

Choroidal Neovascular Membrane

April 1988 Grand Rounds

V.A. Medical Center, West Roxbury, MA

Professional references available upon request.

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