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  • Piscitelli completes COA course

    Piscitelli completes COA course

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    FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 30, 2013) – Dr. John W. Snead, M.D., F.A.C.S., founder and medical director of Snead Eye Group, is proud to announce that Andrea Piscitelli has completed the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant course.

    As a certified ophthalmic assistant, Piscitelli will work under the supervision and direction of an ophthalmologist and perform ophthalmic clinical duties including measuring visual acuity, instilling ocular medications, obtaining ocular, medical and family history, measuring, comparing and testing pupils, performing manifest refractometry, instructing patient regarding medications, tests and procedures, and coordinating patient flow.

    A member of Snead Eye Group since June 2012, Piscitelli received her associate’s degree in medical assisting from Southwest Florida College.

    “We are proud of Andrea for taking the initiative to obtain her certification, as we encourage all of our new technicians to become certified,” said Dr. John W. Snead. “Snead Eye Group is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the betterment of our staff, further enhancing the overall patient experience.”

    The COA course teaches the anatomy of the eye and surrounding area, how to recognize symptoms and document a chief complaint, and perform examinations and testing according to practice protocols and the standards set forth by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

    Founded by Dr. John W. Snead in 1985, Snead Eye Group offers eye care for a lifetime, from fitting your first pair of glasses or contact lenses to curing cataracts while providing the latest technology and treatment options available. With locations in Fort Myers and Naples, Snead Eye Group employs more than 30 experienced staff members, three ophthalmologists and three optometrists.

     

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  • Fort Myers Cataract and Eyelid Seminar

    Fort Myers Cataract and Eyelid Seminar

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    Cataract and Eyelid Seminar FORT MYERS, Fla. (Oct. 9, 2013) – Dr. John W. Snead, M.D., F.A.C.S., founder and medical director of Snead Eye Group, will be presenting a Cataract and Eyelid Seminar on Friday, Oct. 18 at 9 a.m. at the Fort Myers Eye Surgery Center located at 4790 Barkley Circle, Building C, Unit 101.

    “Attendees will benefit from a complimentary vision screening, which is often the first course of defense in promoting good visual health,” said Dr. John W. Snead. “Our offices always provide a great source of information and education in helping to prevent such eye problems, and we’re happy to share our knowledge with the rest of our community.”

    Seating is limited to the first 25 attendees. To RSVP, please call 239-936-8686. A complimentary evaluation with Dr. John W. Snead will be available following the presentation.

    Founded by Dr. John W. Snead in 1985, Snead Eye Group offers eye care for a lifetime, from fitting your first pair of glasses or contact lenses to curing cataracts while providing the latest technology and treatment options available. With locations in Fort Myers and Naples, Snead Eye Group employs more than 30 experienced staff members and five certified eye physicians.

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