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Doctor of Optometry

Our rigorous four-year professional degree program offers students clinical experience beginning their second year treating a diverse population of patients.

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Students in our physiological optics graduate training program advance science and make new discoveries under the guidance of world-renowned faculty mentors as they pursue PhD, MS, or combined OD/MS degrees.

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Clinical Residencies

Our residency training programs provide post-graduate clinical training and advanced practice experience for Doctors of Optometry.

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2024–2025 College Leadership Award recipients

UH College of Optometry Recognizes Faculty, Staff, and Student Excellence at 2024–25 Leadership Awards

May 9, 2025 | By Inez Hutchinson
The University of Houston College of Optometry honored faculty, staff, and students for their contributions in teaching, service, leadership, and student impact at the 2024–25 Leadership Awards Ceremony on April 25. Dean Michael Twa presented awards, including the Cora and J. Davis Armistead Teaching Excellence Award to Dr. Joe Wheat. Other honorees included Dr. Danica Marrelli, Dr. Justin Simbulan, and Jackson Dolce. The ceremony celebrated the college's commitment to excellence and innovation in optometry.
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Dr. Abraham Bromberg

UH College of Optometry Honors Dr. Abraham Bromberg as 2025 Distinguished Alumnus

May 8, 2025 | By Inez Hutchinson

Dr. Abraham Bromberg has been named the 2025 Distinguished Alumnus by the University of Houston College of Optometry for his significant contributions to optometry. His leadership has advanced optometric education and practice in Mexico and internationall...

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Uyen Ha

Overcoming Barriers: Uyen Ha’s Journey from Patient to Aspiring Optometrist

Apr 8, 2025 | By Inez Hutchinson

Uyen Ha's journey from struggling with nearsightedness to becoming an aspiring optometrist at the University of Houston College of Optometry is inspiring. Overcoming personal and cultural barriers, she found her passion for optometry through the See to Su...

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Marcus Gonzales & Janet Garza

University of Houston College of Optometry Honorees Recognized at 2025 Texas Optometric Association Summit

Mar 10, 2025 | By Inez Hutchinson

Several members of the University of Houston College of Optometry community received top honors at the 2025 Texas Optometric Association Summit, recognizing their dedication to advancing eye care and the profession.

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