Dr. Emily Carter is a board-certified optometrist with over 15 years of clinical experience, specializing in digital eye strain, dry eye disease, visual ergonomics, and workplace vision solutions. She blends evidence-based clinical care with ergonomic consulting, helping companies improve employee comfort, reduce sick days from visual fatigue, and boost productivity. Dr. Carter is widely respected for translating complex research into simple, actionable advice that protects long-term visual health.

Education & Degrees:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.), New England College of Optometry (2010–2014) — Clinical emphasis on ocular surface disease and binocular vision

• Bachelor of Science in Biology (Magna Cum Laude), University of Vermont (2006–2010) — Focus on human physiology and neuroscience

• Clinical Residency in Primary Care & Ocular Disease, MetroVision Eye Institute (2012)

Certifications & Memberships:

• Fellow, American Academy of Optometry (FAAO)

• Board Certified, American Board of Optometry (ABO)

• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) Certified — State of Massachusetts

• Certified Ergonomics Consultant (CEC) — Applied Workplace Ergonomics

• Member, American Optometric Association (AOA)

Clinical & Professional Experience:

• Director of Clinical Services, VisionWell Occupational Health (2018–Present) — Leads clinical protocols for corporate vision programs, designs ergonomics workshops, and manages on-site screenings for companies in tech, finance, and education.

• Optometrist, Carter & Associates Optometry (2014–2018) — Provided full-scope primary care with specialized dry eye and binocular vision therapy clinics.

• Corporate Wellness Consultant (2016–Present) — Advises HR and occupational health teams on reducing digital eye strain across remote and in-office teams.

Publications & Research:

• “Workplace Screen Time and Visual Fatigue: Practical Interventions for Employers,” Journal of Occupational Eye Health, 2022

• “Blink Rate and Tear Film Stability in Prolonged Computer Use,” International Journal of Ocular Surface, 2020

• “Ergonomics Meets Ophthalmology: Designing Offices That Protect Vision,” Clinical Vision Science Review, 2019

Speaking & Teaching:

• Annual speaker at the Digital Health & Ergonomics Summit (2019, 2021, 2023)

• Guest lecturer at Northeastern University, Department of Occupational Health

• Corporate workshops on “Practical Station Setup” and “Reducing Screen Fatigue” for HR teams and wellness committees

Awards & Recognitions:

• Excellence in Clinical Education Award — New England College of Optometry (2016)

• Innovator in Workplace Wellness Award — Vision & Health Institute (2021)

Quick Facts:

• Years in Practice: 15+

• Clinical Focus: Digital eye strain, dry eye, binocular vision, workplace ergonomics

• Languages: English (fluent), conversational Spanish

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts (serves nationwide via telehealth and corporate programs)

Media & Press Features:

• Quoted in Wired: “How Offices Are Relearning to Respect Their Employees’ Eyes” (2022)

• Interviewed on NPR Health Segment: “Screens and Sleep” (2021)

• Featured expert in Harvard Business Review company health roundup (2023)