Keepin' it O.D. - The Pre-Optometry Show

Karin Girgis, OD Candidate 2025•podcasters.spotify.com

Become a Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/keepinitod/subscribe Keepin' it O.D. is a podcast dedicated to preparing Pre-Optometry students for their professional journey. Karin, the host, shares her personal experience and tips on how to land an interview and get accepted into your dream Optometry school. The podcast also features various admissions committee members and practicing Optometrists that share their insights and provide listeners with resources to enrich their pre-optometric experience and help them become successful Optometrists.

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Episode 5: You got an Interview, now what?

In this episode, we discuss popular interview questions, possible topic of discussion and how to leave a lasting impression on your interviewer. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

Nov 02, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 4: Applying to Optometry school

In this episode we go over the OPTOMCAS platform, the multiple sections of the application and how to plan and prep for the required material to present a competitive application. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

Oct 26, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 3: Crafting your personal statement

In this episode we discuss how to plan out your personal statement, what to include and what NOT to include and how to write a personal statement that will impress admissions committees. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

Oct 19, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 2: The OAT: What to expect and How to prepare?

In this episode we discuss how to prepare for the Optometry Admissions Test and how to budget your time and money to maximize your time and score. If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

Oct 12, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 1: Make your undergrad years count

In this episode we discuss how to prepare for Optometry school during your undergrad years and how you can make the most out of your time in undergrad If you liked this episode make sure to give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcast and follow the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Instagram @keepin.it.od

Oct 05, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Welcome to Keepin' it O.D.

Welcome to Keepin' it O.D. !! I am so thrilled to be launching this show to connect with Pre-Optometry students. Make sure you follow the show on Instagram @keepin.it.od to stay up to date and involved. If you or anyone you know would like to collaborate on an episode, email the podcast: keepinitodpodcast@hotmail.com If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to leave me a 5-star review. Come back next week for a brand new episode all about the undergrad years.

Sep 28, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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