Azzam Alharbi
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Optometry graduate with a general grade of Excellent and a GPA of 4.69/5.00. Committed to advancing eye care through patient-centered practices and innovative solutions. Experienced in comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fitting, and clinical management in diverse settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Internship
Qassim University Medical City (QUMC)
Al-Qassim
2024.08 - 2025.04
- Gained clinical experience in comprehensive eye exams, refraction, and contact lens fitting (including scleral lens fitting for keratoconus and post-PKP).
- Rotated through ophthalmic subspecialties, including pediatric and anterior segment ophthalmology.
- Performed diagnosis and treatment of patients with refractive errors and ocular conditions.
Internship
King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH)
Al-Riyadh
2025.04 - 2025.07
- Trained in a tertiary eye care setting
- Observed surgical procedures and gained insights into pre- and post-operative optometric management.
- Experience in managing complex contact lens cases, Participated in specialty clinics for scleral
- Enhanced clinical skills in visual acuity assessment, refraction, and the use of advanced diagnostic equipment.
Doctor of Optometry
Eyewa
Riyadh
2025.05 - 2025.07
- Perform comprehensive eye exams
- Serve an average of 15 customers per day
- Educate patients on eye health, lens care, and proper usage.
Doctor of Optometry
Magrabi Retail Group
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.07 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, including anterior and posterior segment assessment
- Perform pediatric eye assessments and prescribe spectacles based on refractive findings
- Fit and evaluate soft contact lenses using slit-lamp examination
- Educate patients on eye health, contact lens use, and proper lens care
- Support branch operations and team coordination as Deputy Store Manager
Education
Bachelor's degree - Optometry
Qassim University
Buraidah, Al-Qassim Region 2019.06 - 2024.06
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Team working
- Multi-tasking
PUBLICATIONS
- Clinical Assessment of Dry Eye Disease in Patients with Keratoconus in Saudi Arabia.
- Poster Case report for Optic Nerve meningioma
- Correlation of anterior chamber parameters and intraocular pressure with white-to-white corneal diameter in myopic eyes
- Ocular biometric characteristics in young adults across varying degrees of myopia
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
DUKHNAH Campaign (2023)
- Conducted school vision screenings for 200+ students to detect amblyogenic factors and visual impairments
- Performed orthoptic assessments and promoted early eye care awareness
- Participated in advisory discussions related to student care and policies
- 54 Volunteer Hours
World Glaucoma Day
- Educated 40+ community members on glaucoma awareness and early detection at Qassim University
- Awarded recognition certificate by the National Center for Non-Profit Sector
- 10 Volunteer Hours
World Optometry Day
- Coordinated vision screenings for 40+ attendees and promoted public eye health awareness at Qassim University
Timeline
Doctor of Optometry
Magrabi Retail Group
2025.07 - Current
Doctor of Optometry
Eyewa
2025.05 - 2025.07
Internship
King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH)
2025.04 - 2025.07
Internship
Qassim University Medical City (QUMC)
2024.08 - 2025.04
Bachelor's degree - Optometry
Qassim University
2019.06 - 2024.06