Evelyn Zhi Shean Tee

Optometrist (Hons) TPA endorsed

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

About

I am a therapeutically qualified optometrist who graduated from the University of Auckland with Honours. My optometry special interests include diabetic screening, glaucoma, myopia control and dry eye management. I believe in providing a holistic form of eye care and enjoy the continuous learning opportunities available for optometrists. I also have a degree in Bachelor of Science (Microbiology major with Honours) and research experience in the field of microbiology and optometry.

Experience

  • Optometrist at Bailey Nelson
    Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Optometrist - Bailey Nelson Sylvia Park

  • Optometrist at Specsavers Optometrists - St Luke's
    Jun 2022 - Dec 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos

    Successes include: • Robust ability to manage the challenging volume and variety of pathology found in the local client base. • Co-managing glaucoma, corneal erosion and post-cataract & laser surgery patients with ophthalmologists from both public and private sectors. • Development of contact lens, myopia control and dry eye management skills to improve my customer's quality of life.

  • Optometrist at Bruce Little & Associates
    Feb 2021 - Jan 2023 · 2 yrs

    Successes include establishing a relationship with patients and providing a holistic form of eye care.

  • Optical Assistant at Specsavers Sylvia Park
    Nov 2017 - Feb 2020 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • University of Otago (1 yr 5 mos)
    • Research Assistant
      Mar 2014 - Mar 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Successes include identification of new drug derivatives against Mycobacterium cells via high-throughput drug screens and discovery of new drug mode of action during collaboration with PhD students.

    • Summer Research Student
      Nov 2013 - Feb 2014 · 4 mos

      Implemented a high-throughput biochemical screen to identify specific drugs that inhibit mycobacterial succinate dehydrogenase.