Type Of Business:
Government Organization
Marketing Area:
Maryland, Pennsylvania
Expertise:
Ms. Atkin's expertise is in vision care, diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases.
Major Product/SVS:
Healthcare Services for Veterans
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading, Yard Working, Stained Glass
Education Degrees:
Doctor of Optometry, Indiana University; Master of Science in Health Administration, Central Michigan University; Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Pittsburgh
Affiliations Awards:
Fellow, American Academy of Optometry; Former Acting Director, Optometry Service, Department of Veterans Affairs; The National Association of Veterans Affairs Optometrists
Date of Distinction:
11/11/2008
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Atkin's dedication to her patients, commitment and client service skills separate her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Atkin's greatest career achievements were serving as the president of The National Association of Veterans Affairs Optometrists for two terms and being the first woman to obtain the position.
Charity:
Planned Parenthood
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
22
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her hard work, self-motivation, dedication and her commitment to her patients.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because of the encouragement she received from her friend while attending physical therapy in an optometry school.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Atkin's was featured 15 times in journals and magazines. She is involved in non-profit organizations concerning animal and environmental related causes. She currently holds faculty appointments to four schools and colleges of optometry and has presented numerous professional posters, publications and lectures. She has also participated on the editorial board of optometric journals and has served as a journal referee and as a guest editor of a journal issue. She serves as a consultant to a number of corporate healthcare advisory panels. She is currently in the process of building a home-based business involving E-commerce, media placement, affiliate marketing and information marketing. She is conducting her various business ventures under the name Optopod Enterprises, Inc. She has been appointed to the Field Advisory Group for the director of VA Optometry Service and its' Executive Council.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Diagnosing and Treating Patients with Eye Diseases, Making Corrections for Vision Problems, Educating Optometry Students and Residents, Ensuring Leadership and Administration of the Clinic