Amisha Gandhi

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Timeline
About me
Doctor of Optometry Student at Midwestern University
Education
- Streamwood High School
  2015 - 2016
- Midwestern University
  2023 - 2027
  Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
- Loyola University Chicago
  2019 - 2023
  Bachelor's degree Biology (Major), Healthcare Administration (Minor)
- Conant High School
  2016 - 2019
  High School Diploma
  Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Medical Careers Club (fundraising chair), South Asian Student Association, Health Occupations Students of America (state qualifier)
Experience
- The TJX Companies, Inc.
  Aug 2018 - Aug 2020
  Sales Floor Associate
- Loyola University Chicago
  May 2020 - May 2023
  - Insight Pre-Optometry Club President
    May 2022 - May 2023
  - Health Occupations Students of America Competitions Coordinator
    Sept 2021 - Jun 2022
  - Insight Pre-Optometry Club Vice President
    May 2021 - May 2022
  - Insight Pre-Optometry Club Secretary
    May 2020 - May 2021
- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
  Communications Intern
  - Coordinating various aspects of the Light the Night fundraising campaign such as securing donations, recruiting volunteers, preparing event materials, phone calls, etc. - Preparing marketing materials to be sent to potential participants and donors - Aiding in volunteer management
- Retina Institute Of Illinois
  Aug 2020 - Aug 2023
  Ophthalmic Technician
  - Assist the ophthalmologist with in-clinic procedures and injections- Measure visual acuities and conduct tonometry tests- Perform OCT imaging, fundus/optos photos, and fluorescein angiography of the retina- Obtain medical history and HPI records
- Midwestern University
  Jun 2021 - Jun 2021
  SEE at CCO Program
  - Explored the various specialities within the field of optometry- Observed students and optometrists in the multispeciality clinic - Met and discussed with current optometry students and faculty
- Indiana University School of Optometry
  Jul 2021 - Jul 2021
  EyeU Program
  - Gained an understanding of the optometric profession and research at IUSO- Observed procedure demonstrations and vision therapy exercises- Met and spoke with current students, alumni, and faculty
- Prevent Blindness Illinois / ISPB
  Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
  Student Intern
  - Examine the causes of health disparities in diverse populations of Chicago - Develop materials and implement programs to promote vision and eye health- Implement community-driven outreach strategies to effect change at both individual and policy levels- Build and maximize partner relationships that affect health in a community
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
  American Heart Association
  Aug 2023
- IRB Human Subjects Research Training
  CITI Program
  Sept 2024
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Amisha Gandhi
  College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List - May 2021
- Awarded to Amisha Gandhi
  2020 State Qualifer for Health Occupations Students of America - Mar 2020
Volunteer Experience
- Logistics Volunteer
  Issued by WINGS Program, Inc. on May 2021
  Associated with Amisha Gandhi
- Newborn Department Volunteer
  Issued by AMITA Health on Sept 2017
  Associated with Amisha Gandhi
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Special Care Unit Volunteer
  Issued by Friendship Village of Schaumburg on Jun 2017
  Associated with Amisha Gandhi