Dr. McConkey’s Background
Changing healthcare one employee at a time
After practicing for seven years, I am venturing out on my own to begin my own practice. I aim to create a practice that meets the needs of both patients and employees. Many practices consider themself patient-centric, but I feel the best quality of care will come when we focus on the employees. I believe that providing a happy, healthy, and positive work environment will mean a better patient experience. When employees like what they do and are well trained, patients will notice more efficient, consistent, and better quality of care.
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I am currently working on a time line for opening my practice. More information will be provided on social media. Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for the most recent updates!
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Career
Training and Qualifications
July 2016-November 2022
Optometrist
For the first six and a half years of practice, Dr. McConkey worked with a small town ophthalmologist at a private practice in Bel Air, Maryland. She provided comprehensive eye care managing conditions such as dry eye, ocular surface disorders, keratoconus, glaucoma, co-managed cataract surgery, and fit speciality contacts including scleral lenses.
June 2015- June 2016
Residency
Dr. McConkey completed her Residency in Ocular Disease at Seidenberg Protzko Eye Associates, in Havre de Grace, Maryland
Augut 2011-May 2015
Salus Unversity
Dr. McConkey completed her Doctor of Optometry at The Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, and graduated with High Honors and Clinical Honors. Additionally, Dr. McConkey completed an advanced degree in Retina, held a position as class president and sat on the Student Advisory Board. She was a member of Beta Sigma Kappa and Gold Key Honors Societies.