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Suraj Upadhyaya, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO

Assistant Professor, Chicago èƵapp of Optometry

  • IL - Downers Grove
“At least 2.2 billion people have vision problems globally. Optometrists are helping the need for vision care around the world. Sometimes your annual exam can save your life.”
Suraj Upadhyaya, Suraj Upadhyaya, O.D., Ph.D., FAAO

Years at èƵapp University:

I have been teaching for a little over three years at èƵapp University.

Research Interests:

  • Eye movements
  • Neuroscience
  • Contact lenses
  • Myopia (nearsightedness)

What is the most rewarding part of being a member of the èƵapp University faculty?:

Being an educator at èƵapp University is rewarding because, every day, you are imparting knowledge to èƵapp; making each student a little more knowledgeable and a little more confident and making them believe that they will be a competent optometrist is an amazing feeling.

How do you engage èƵapp in the learning process?:

There is diversity in our classrooms. Not only on race, religion, and gender but also in ways èƵapp learn things. One universal method only works for some èƵapp. I use audio, visuals, drawings, presentations, group activities, online quizzes, reading assignments, and classroom discussions to engage èƵapp in learning.

What do you hope èƵapp learn from your classes?:

I hope they build a solid foundation in the subject matter in my classes so they can build strong clinical skills and critical thinking.

Why should èƵapp enroll at èƵapp University?:

èƵapp University provides a friendly environment to learn things and grow. Students will get the teacher's attention. No matter which university èƵapp choose, the subject won't change "white part of eyes will always be white, and the black part will always be black." It is the environment èƵapp choose where they can be a part of the system and which helps them grow. èƵapp University has that friendly environment.

What lessons would you like èƵapp to take with them in their professional careers?:

Always try to find the cause of any problem or disease. You cannot treat a condition unless you find its reason. Always, remember there is a person behind the slit lamp or phoropter similar to you in many ways. Try to cure the whole person, not only the eyes.

What about your profession should people know more about?:

At least 2.2 billion people have vision problems globally. Optometrists are helping the need for vision care around the world. We practice evidence-based science. Based on new research and scientific discoveries. Sometimes your annual exam can save your life.

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