Dr. Alyssa Keller is a compassionate, detail‑oriented optometrist committed to providing high‑quality, personalized care for patients of all ages. She is highly skilled in prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses, diagnosing and treating ocular diseases, and managing both routine and complex vision needs. Her expertise includes glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, pediatric vision disorders, dry eye syndrome, and specialty contact lens fittings for corneal conditions. Patients value her approachable style, thorough evaluations, and focus on making them feel informed and comfortable throughout their care. Education - Doctor of Optometry – State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry Graduated with high honors; Beta Sigma Kappa International Honor Society member. Achieved Dean’s List recognition each academic year. - Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Psychology – University of Arkansas Graduated with distinction; Chancellor’s List and Dean’s List honors. Clinical Experience Dr. Keller has gained extensive training in diverse patient‑care settings, including: - Woodhull Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY – Managed acute and chronic ocular diseases; provided primary eye care for all ages; specialized in pediatric strabismus and amblyopia care. - Downtown Eyecare, Brooklyn, NY – Diagnosed and managed cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy; assisted in surgical co‑management including pre‑ and post‑op cataract care; observed SLT, LPI, PRP, and intravitreal injections. - University Eye Center, SUNY College of Optometry, NYC – Rotations in posterior and anterior segment disease, binocular vision, contact lens fitting (including scleral and RGP lenses), and pediatric care. - Ezra Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY – Provided comprehensive exams for adults and children; specialized in myopia control, orthokeratology, and binocular vision therapy. Honors and Awards - Beta Sigma Kappa International Honor Society (2022‑2025) - Dean’s List – SUNY College of Optometry (2021‑2025) - P. Gregory Hess Scholarship Recipient - SUNY Incentive Scholarship Recipient - Gamma Phi Beta Honor Society - Tau Sigma National Honor Society - Chancellor’s List & Dean’s List – University of Arkansas Presentations - Neurotrophic Keratitis and Diabetes Mellitus – Woodhull Medical Center, Grand Rounds (Spring 2025) - Little Eye, Big Problems: A Review of Microcornea Complications – SUNY College of Optometry, Grand Rounds (Fall 2024) - Corneal Abrasions and Bandage Contact Lenses – Ezra Medical Center, Grand Rounds (Summer 2024) - The Progress of Global Change – University of Arkansas, Senior Thesis (May 2020)