CSTEP - Optometry Program

CSTEP is now accepting applications for their spring 2007 internship program, at the SUNY School of Optometry from Tuesday, May 29 to Saturday, June 9 at the school located in Manhattan.  CSTEP provides the opportunity to explore the profession of optometry in the a number of ways.   You will have the opportunity to observe actual clinical rotations, observe various clinical examinations and procedures and see different optometry specialties firsthand.  You will also visit  a hospital, a private and/or group practice, a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and neighborhood health center.  Additionally you will have the opportunity to compose your own research paper and review the day-to day schedule of optometry students. 

You must be a NYS resident currently attending an accredited college or university full-time.  Only underrepresented  minority students or economically disadvantaged students will be considered and preference is given to sophomores and juniors. 

CSTEP is free.  Applications can found on top of the gray file cabinet in 108 Norton Hall.  More information and additional applications can be obtained by calling or writing Carlos Restrepo or Edward R. Johnston, O.D. at the SUNY College of Optometry 33 West 42 Street, NY, NY 10036.  Tel (212) 938-5505 or email restrepo@sunyopt.edu

Posted March 27, 2007 in Chiropractic/Optometry/Podiatry Updates, Health Relevant Experience, Internships, Educational Programs, Summer Opportunities