Mariem A. Abdou

Dr. Mariem A. Abdou is an Associate Professor and Director of External Residency Programs at Nova Southeastern University's College of Optometry. She is an attending optometric physician at The Eye Care Institute, supervising residents and precepting students. Her roles include teaching courses such as Optometric Theory and Methods, Ocular Nutrition, and Clinical Gerontology, while serving on committees and lecturing at Continuing Education events.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences, University of Delaware
• Doctor of Optometry, Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University
• Master’s in Nutrition (Sports Nutrition), Nova Southeastern University

Research & Clinical Focus: Ocular disease diagnosis/management, nutritional medicine, and clinical gerontology. Active in presenting posters at AAO, AOA, and SECO conferences.

Awards:

• Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO)

Advising & Leadership: Supervises residents and mentors students, chairs committees, and precepts clinical rotations. Leads External Residency Programs for the College.

Labs/Teams: The Eye Care Institute at Nova Southeastern University, where she oversees residency training and clinical services.