2015: Engaged - New England College of Optometry

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ENGAGED
New England College of Optometry
424 Beacon Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02115 617.587.5647
NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
2015 ANNUAL REPORT
N E W E N G L A N D C O L L E G E O F O P T O M E T RY
NECO and NEE faculty and clinicians are
committed to improving access to care,
preventing blindness, enhancing quality of
life, and developing innovative, economically
viable, and reproducible models of eye care.
NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
The New England College of Optometry
(NECO) prepares the next generation of
care providers, teachers, and innovators
through a rigorous curriculum and
extensive clinical experiences. NECO
graduates compassionate and skilled
optometrists prepared to practice in
diverse settings. Located in the heart
of Boston, the College is a small,
independent graduate institution that
currently enrolls students from 24
states and 6 provinces.
N EC O ST UD EN T S A N D A L UM N I
F UL L C IR C L E:
C O N T IN UIN G ED UC AT IO N :
S HARE PATHWAYS TO S UCCE S S
NE CO ALUMS J OIN THE FACULTY
As NECO students consider possible career
Graduates Alexis Malkin, OD ’08, and
GIVING BACK TO ALUMNI THROUGH
THE GIFT OF LE ARNING
paths, the Alumni Association connects
Nicole Ross, OD ’11, MSc, return to
NECO’s commitment to providing valuable
Vice President and
them with alumni who help guide them
NECO as faculty members in the
educational programs for students continues
Dean of Academic Affairs
toward becoming a successful professional.
growing low-vision program.
when they become alumni through
President
Clifford Scott, OD ’68, MPH
Continuing Education, Sunday Seminars,
Barry Fisch, OD ‘71
Senior Vice President
for Finance and
Administration, CFO
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Traci Logan, MS
Letter from the President
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Letter from the Chair of the Board
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Class of 2019 Profile
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Annual Report each year
NECO Students and Alumni Share Pathways to Success
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in January.
Leadership Scholarship Program
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The Office of the President
publishes the New England
NEW ENGLAND EYE
New England Eye (NEE) is the patient care
and clinical education affiliate of the New
England College of Optometry. It is one of
the largest providers of optometric services
in Massachusetts with nearly 90,000 patient
visits annually in more than 43 locations,
including many of Greater Boston’s
community health centers. New England
Eye’s doctors and students provide vision
care three days a week on the fully
equipped mobile clinic, New England
Eye On-Sight, to children, the elderly,
and individuals who are legally blind.
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and meeting them where they live.
College of Optometry’s
Full Circle: NECO Alums Join the Faculty
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Continuing Education: Giving Back to Alumni through
the Gift of Learning
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424 Beacon Street
A Tribute to Barry Fisch
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Boston, MA 02115
Donor Report 2015
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Financials
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Foster Namias Legacy Society
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New England College
of Optometry
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“NECO has a strong and sustained
commitment to remain engaged
with our alumni over the course
of their careers.”
The role of a college in its students’ lives doesn’t end after
engagement is higher than ever thanks in large part to
diplomas have been awarded. A school’s relationship with
the concerted efforts of our Alumni Association Board
its alumni evolves as graduates move through their careers
members. Through outreach to their fellow graduates, the
and develop as professionals. At New England College
many dedicated and accomplished practitioners educated
of Optometry, we are deeply committed to serving the
here continue to enrich our school.
professional needs of our graduates – both during and after
their years on Beacon Street. In turn, our alumni continue
In this year’s report, you will read about the resources NECO
to strengthen NECO through their participation in and
offers students to help them choose their career paths. You
support for our programs.
will hear from two alumnae who have come full circle:
studying at NECO, working in the field, and then rejoining
As a NECO graduate, I have firsthand insight into how the
the College as faculty members. You will also learn about
needs of alumni have changed over the years as a result of
how NECO gives back to alumni through programs like our
the profession’s dramatic transformation. Innovative new
HomeTown Lecture Series and Sunday Seminars. All of these
technologies, combined with changes to the broader health
diverse activities demonstrate the College’s commitment to
care landscape, require today’s eye care professionals to be
remain engaged with our graduates throughout the course
nimble and adaptable in ways that enable them to succeed
of their careers.
in a changing marketplace.
The pride I have for my alma mater grows with each year as
As educators, we have the responsibility to provide our
I encounter new examples of the accomplishments NECO
alumni with opportunities to expand their knowledge and
graduates achieve. We continue to attract the best and
stay abreast of the new trends and best practices in the
brightest students who inject a vibrancy and excitement
profession. Our faculty teaches an exceptional variety of
into the school and the optometry profession as a whole.
continuing education programs here in New England and
across the country; many of our graduates, including our
most experienced alumni, engage in these very worthwhile
opportunities. We encourage our alumni to think of
the College as a resource that they will continue to use
throughout their careers.
NECO graduates have forged extraordinary careers in
locations across the nation and around the world; although
this introduces inherent logistical challenges to maintaining
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connections, I’m proud to report that the College’s alumni
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Clifford Scott, OD ’68, MPH
President
“NECO’s high level of personal
engagement is representative of our
institutional emphasis on
compassionate care.”
A s I enter my third year as chair of NECO’s Board of
We bring this emphasis to bear on our outstanding
Trustees, I cannot emphasize enough what an honor and
clinical programs, which continue to expand and
a pleasure it has been to serve with such a dedicated and
gain recognition. Our students learn the importance
insightful group of people. Thanks to the tenacious efforts
of forging meaningful connections with their peers,
of each and every board member, I’m proud to say that
professors, and patients from their first day on campus,
New England College of Optometry occupies a stronger
and the College extends that philosophy to alumni as
position today – both fiscally and operationally – than at
well. This focus on substantive, human connections
any point over the last several years.
endures as a defining characteristic of our school – one
that enables us to prepare some of the best young
While the Board is tasked with safeguarding the financial
doctors in the country. In every dimension, NECO
health of the College, we never lose sight of the fact that
embodies an institution that truly cares about people.
those fiscal decisions must reflect our students’ needs
and the financial realities they face. As we work in close
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I thank our alumni,
collaboration with President Scott, OD ’68, and other senior
faculty, staff, members of the board, and other friends
administrators to build a solid foundation of resources
who have given generously to help ensure that NECO
for NECO, we remain committed to keeping tuition
remains the top-flight institution we all know it to
increases to a minimum. Our students graduate with an
be, and who continue to enrich the profession of
exemplary education in optometry; we want to ensure
optometry through their dedication and brilliance.
that they also continue to find their investment in NECO
financially worthwhile.
We have also enjoyed significant success in our recent
fundraising efforts, resulting in a substantial increase in
our endowment. I credit this to the extraordinary work
of President Scott, Dean Barry Fisch, the staff of the
Brian S. Klinger, OD
development office, and my fellow board members. Many
Chair, Board of Trustees
of us have crisscrossed the country to engage with our
alumni and strengthen the College’s connections with its
graduates at all stages of their careers.
This high level of personal engagement not only pays
tremendous dividends for NECO – it is also representative
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of our institutional emphasis on compassionate care.
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CLASS OF 2019
This year’s dedicated and committed
incoming students join NECO from 24 states and 6 Canadian provinces. The
class’ average GPA of 3.36 and OAT score of 328 are higher than last year’s
averages. Many students received their undergraduate degrees from
highly regarded institutions, including Boston College, Boston University,
College of William and Mary, McMaster University, McGill University, NYU,
Pennsylvania State University, Rhodes College, UC-Berkeley, UCLA, Villanova
University, and Waterloo University. The 117 members of the Class of 2019
were selected from 922 applicants, resulting in a 33% acceptance rate.
Meet some of our students:
Janelle Levesque
| Newmarket, New Hampshire | Biology | University of Maine
“My first impression of NECO was admiring the brownstones as I drove down Beacon Street. The school almost
looked like a place where someone lived. When I spotted the sign and went inside, I discovered it was beautiful
and felt like home.”
•Born in Boston, but raised in a small New Hampshire town
•Jump-roped competitively across the U.S., including at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports
Paige Oliver
| Sidney, Maine | Medical Biology | University of New England
“In Maine, all of the optometrists I worked with had attended NECO and only had wonderful things to say about
the faculty, facilities, and experience. I’ve found them to be right – NECO provides an extremely rigorous and
encompassing program.”
•As an undergraduate, started a program at University of New England to replace the dining hall’s paper cups with
reusable ones
•Enjoys writing songs about herself, including one titled “Summer Camp Drop-Out”
Mary Troyer
| Evansville, Indiana | Chemistry | Indiana University
“When I visited the school before I applied, I was struck by how welcoming everyone was. All of the faculty and staff I
communicated with during the application process were extremely helpful. There hasn’t been a moment that I haven’t
felt welcomed into the NECO community.”
•Completed five marathons so far, and hopes to run Boston while at NECO
• Has played piano for 18 years
Joshua
Vanderhoof
| Vernon, New York | Biology | Franciscan University of Steubenville
“I remember putting on my very first pair of glasses when I was 11 years old. Everything was so clear and vivid – it was
amazing to see the leaves on trees and the stars in the night sky. That transformational experience made me realize that
I wanted my career to be helping people see the world’s true beauty.”
• Serves as an EMT and a volunteer fireman in Vernon, New York
• Volunteered at a pediatric cancer center, spending time with patients while they received treatment
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Jinan, Shandong Province, China | Biology | Linyi University
“A month into my first semester, I participated in a children’s eye screening, the first opportunity I had to work so closely
with patients. I felt great knowing I was helping to maintain the children’s eye health, and I knew at that moment that
I’d made the right decision choosing optometry as my career.”
• Enjoys hiking and experiencing nature
• Has been conducting scientific research about diabetes at Boston Children’s Hospital for three years, where she
is currently a part-time research fellow in the Department of Endocrinology
NECO Students and Alumni Share Pathways to Success
While every alumni association attends to the needs of its graduates, the NECO Alumni
Association also focuses on its alumni-to-be: the current students. In addition to their
coursework and clinical experience, students learn how to launch successful careers from
those who graduated before them. The NECO Alumni Association offers a wide range
of programs that connect students with alumni who can help them develop a path
reflecting their career goals, and guide them toward becoming a successful professional.
Bill Gleason, OD ’74, is currently serving his fourth year as president of the NECO Alumni Association. “One thing students and alumni
share is a great NECO education,” he explains. “That common experience opens up meaningful conversations about the careers that
students can pursue upon graduation. It turns out that if you ask them – and we did – you’ll find that NECO alumni are eager to work
with students, and those students appreciate the opportunity to connect with graduates. Making those exchanges happen has become
interact in mutually beneficial ways.” These programs, which focus on helping current students transition to the working world,
include an annual career seminar, “Graduate Strong” panel discussions, practice management lectures, mentoring, and residency
application reviews.
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a key project of the Alumni Association. We view ourselves as a service organization that creates programs where students and alumni
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CAREER SEMINAR
It used to be that ODs had essentially two choices for
really like in the working world. They’re always very
a career path: private practice or a staff position at a
appreciative and grateful.”
commercial enterprise. Over the past few decades, the
NECO’s Alumni
Association offers
a range of programs
profession has diversified considerably. To help students
Paul Cangiano, OD ’96, agrees. The owner of a
fully understand the breadth of these career
successful private practice in Boston’s North End, he
opportunities, the Alumni Association offers an annual
says, “I like to give back to NECO as much as I can, and
career seminar where alumni from diverse professional
I especially enjoy talking to students. I tell them, ‘You
backgrounds participate in a panel discussion for
shouldn’t think about signing a partnership agreement
second- and third-year students. Panelists describe their
if you’re not sure that’s the type of career you want.’
experiences in the field and share insights about what
Speaking with us, they can learn the pros and cons of
motivated them to choose their respective career paths.
different careers and make more informed decisions.”
Career seminars are ideal for students looking to make
G R A D U AT E S T R O N G
that connect students
with alumni who can
sense of today’s expansive professional landscape.
help them develop a
NECO has actually been hosting these events for 36
Thanks to NECO’s strong curriculum, exceptionally
years – solid evidence of the College’s longstanding
committed faculty, and breadth of clinical experiences,
commitment to students’ career success. Their ongoing
NECO students gain many of the skills they need to
popularity attests to the fact that both students and
hit the ground running after graduation. At the same
alumni find them extremely valuable.
time, they also face the challenge of addressing the
clear, personalized
path toward becoming
a successful
vision professional.
numerous administrative requirements involved in
At a seminar held in early November, 11 alumni
becoming a health care professional.
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comprised a panel representing fields such as clinical
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research, commercial practice, OD/MD practice,
For that reason, NECO launched Graduate Strong
industry, HMO, academic, hospital-based practice,
in 2014. The program’s objective is to provide
private practice, and military. According to Baharak
opportunities for current students to hear from recent
Asefzadeh, OD ’03, who works for the Veteran’s Health
graduates about a range of non-clinical elements that
Administration, such events are important.
affect their work as they go forward, such as licensing,
“It’s a fabulous opportunity for students to meet with
diverse professionals face-to-face and learn what it’s
practice insurance, debt management, credentialing,
employment searches, and accessing resources from the
American Optometric Association.
G R A D U AT E S T R O N G
“Graduate Strong arose out of a series of conversations with students,” notes Dr.
Gleason. “They told us that, while they had a clear understanding of how to earn
their degree, they weren’t quite as sure about making the transition to becoming a
professional. Graduate Strong brings students together with those who know best –
NECO alumni – so that they can obtain the information they need.”
In April 2015, the second annual Graduate Strong event attracted more than 100
students, most in their second or third years. Gleason moderated the panel, which
included two recent NECO alumni. Following the discussion, panelists and attendees
mingled at a dinner reception, enabling both groups to expand their professional
networks. Later that month, in recognition of NECO’s strong Canadian contingent,
the first Graduate Strong: Canadian event was held via Skype. Alberta native and
MARGERY WARREN
current faculty member Nicole Ross, OD ’11, and members of NECO’s Canadian Club
Director of Alumni Relations
collaborated to produce the event.
As director of alumni relations, Margery
Warren’s primary focus is to keep graduates
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEMINARS
Since 2012, NECO has offered a series of practice management seminars in partnership
informed, involved, and engaged with
the College. She works with the Alumni
Association Board in the furtherance of their
with Vision Service Plan. These programs provide valuable networking opportunities for
mission and goals, and is often the first point
students and alumni alike as they learn “the art of practice” through topics that serve as
of contact for alumni seeking to connect with
the cornerstones of practice management within today’s health care landscape.
their alma mater and classmates. Margery
“The practice management seminars create an opportunity for students and alumni to
successful Continuing Education programs,
learn about business issues and challenges they will face when delivering eye care,”
including HomeTown and Sunday Series, and
says Tony Cavallerano, OD ’72, executive director of clinical training and patient care at
plans and attends NECO alumni receptions at
NECO, who coordinates the program with David Mills, MBA, OD ’80, assistant professor
regional and national optometry conferences.
of optometry. “We target third- and fourth-year students who want to learn about
For more information, contact Margery at
creating a business plan, developing marketing strategies, evaluating insurance plans,
warrenm@neco.edu or 617.587.5687.
managing risk, and other essential topics. Alumni enjoy the opportunity to gain insight
from experts in business management, and to interact with students who represent a
potential talent pool of practice associates.”
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coordinates the production of NECO’s very
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R E S I D E N C Y A P P L I C AT I O N R E V I E W
The residency application review started informally but has
since evolved into an established offering. As Dr. Gleason
explains, “One day, the president of NECO’s Student
Council asked me if I would be willing to review his resume
before he submitted applications to residency programs. It
was a simple request, but an important one: I realized that
reviewing students’ residency applications could help them
distinguish themselves from the competition.”
Guided by his own business experience in assessing
resumes, Dr. Gleason approached the task with one
overarching question in mind: “Beyond grades and
rotations, what makes this person different from all of the
other candidates who are applying for this position?” The
key, he says, lies in emphasizing qualities and experiences
that help the candidate stand out.
“The first year, we reviewed 25 applications,” he says.
“Last year, to address increased demand for the service, a
formal committee was formed by the board to recruit
additional ODs, including a number of NECO alumni.” This
provides yet another example of the Alumni Association’s
focus on helping current students position themselves for
success after graduation – and grow into loyal, active, and
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involved alumni.
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Leadership Scholarship Program:
Class of 2019
Where Benefactors Become Mentors
Leadership Scholarships
Paul C. Ajamian, OD Leadership Scholarship
Student: Arianna Jordan
Mentor: Paul C. Ajamian, OD ’80
For those who want to make a direct impact on
Randolph Brooks, OD Leadership Scholarship
the education and life of a student, establishing
Mentor: Randolph E. Brooks, OD ’77
a scholarship provides an opportunity that is
Student: Joshua Vanderhoof
Drs. Terry and Jason Chin Leadership Scholarship
second to none. At most institutions, grateful
Student: Dmitriy Richter
students and the generous donors who
Mentors: Drs. Terry Chin ’74 and Jason Chin ’04
support them never meet. NECO has found
David Mills, OD, MBA Leadership Scholarship
a way to make such gifts more powerful and
Student: Sukhdeep Dhami
Mentor: David Mills, OD ’80, MBA
impactful for both the donor and the student.
Kenneth J. Myers Leadership Scholarship
Through our innovative Leadership Scholarship Program, launched in
Student: Mary Troyer
2013, each donor to the program serves as a mentor to a NECO student
Mentor: Kenneth J. Myers, OD ’74, PhD
for the entire four years of that student’s education. The student receives
a tuition stipend annually and benefits from their relationship with a
Saul Purcell, OD Leadership Scholarship
committed professional whose knowledge and experience enhances
Student: Kendra Phillis
their education and career development.
Mentor: Howard B. Purcell, OD ’84
To date, the Leadership Scholarship Program has brought together
Drs. Keith and Kenneth Taylor Leadership Scholarship
approximately three dozen mentors and first-year students with similar
Student: Nicole Broden
attributes and interests. Through events and mentoring opportunities
Mentors: Drs. Keith E. Taylor ’81 and Kenneth P. Taylor ’77
held at the College and other Boston locations, the program creates
strong bonds that will continue after our students become alumni –
and, perhaps, mentors themselves one day.
“ The Leadership Scholarship Program has
meant a tremendous amount to me. It has
encouraged me to be more active in
seeking out research opportunities and
participating in professional extracurricular
activities on campus.” Hilary Hamer, OD ’17
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To learn more about the Leadership Scholarship Program,
please contact: Cindy Gould
Director of Development
617.587.5647
gouldc@neco.edu
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Full Circle
NECO Alums Join the Faculty
Maintaining positive connections with alumni is central to NECO’s mission. The College
brings graduates together for class receptions, continuing education programs, and other
events – both locally and across the country. Keeping in touch with alumni is especially
easy when their offices are within our historic Beacon Street building. Such is the case with
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Alexis Malkin, OD ’08, and Nicole Ross, OD ’11, MSc, two NECO alumnae who recently
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joined the College’s faculty.
FAMILIAR FACES
“When you walk into this building, you immediately get the feeling of being home,” explains Dr. Malkin, who assumed her position as a clinical
assistant professor with a focus on vision rehabilitation in 2015. “I see many of the familiar faces that I saw as a student, including faculty
members who were once my mentors and are now my colleagues.” After graduating as salutatorian of the Class of 2008, Dr. Malkin completed
her residency at the Northport VA Medical Center in New York. She went on to complete the Lions Vision Rehabilitation Fellowship at the Wilmer
Eye Institute of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and then worked in private practice and as a part-time faculty member at Johns Hopkins.
Dr. Malkin leapt at the opportunity to help the College expand its low vision program. In addition to her teaching duties, she sees patients at the
Lynn Community Health Center (LCHC) and coordinates efforts between NECO and LCHC to bring the successful Lions Low Vision Rehabilitation
Network (LOVRNET) to Massachusetts. The program, which originated in the Washington, DC, area, aims to increase access to care within
targeted communities by creating unified systems that connect doctors with patients. “My clinical experience as a NECO student enabled me to
establish a strong connection with the low vision community here in Massachusetts,” Dr. Malkin explains. “Having returned to Boston, I can now
leverage those existing relationships to create a program that will help doctors do a better job of serving their patients’ needs.”
AN IDEAL PLACE
Dr. Nicole Ross joined the faculty as an assistant professor of optometry in 2014. “I wanted to start my career in an environment that promoted
a highly collaborative approach to both clinical practice and teaching,” she recalls. “Without a doubt, NECO is the ideal place for achieving that
balance.” Dr. Ross completed her residency at The Ohio State University, followed by a clinical fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute of the Johns
Hopkins School of Medicine, where she worked closely with Dr. Malkin.
Dr. Ross has enjoyed serving as a mentor to a new generation of NECO students through her clinical work at local institutions like Perkins School
for the Blind. “I could never have explored a career in academia without the guidance I received from my own mentors, and I’m thrilled to be
able to pass along what I’ve learned,” she explains. “Seeing my students’ excitement makes the field feel new again. My hope is that I can
help them understand the synergy between clinical work and the didactic, research-oriented aspects of their education.” Her commitment to
assisting current students extends to her fellow alumni as well. A native of Alberta, Canada, Dr. Ross organized an offshoot of the NECO Alumni
Association’s Graduate Strong program to help connect current students and recent graduates who hail from Canada with alumni practicing on
both sides of the border.
A F R U I T F U L PA R T N E R S H I P
Since becoming colleagues, Dr. Ross and Dr. Malkin have collaborated on several initiatives related to low vision. “There are many more students
interested in the specialty today than there were when I was in school,” explains Dr. Malkin. She attributes this increased interest to the growing
aging population in need of low vision services, but also cites the emergence of technology for the visually impaired as a contributing factor. “As
the dynamics of the profession shift, the role of specialists who can reach patients in different ways is of vital importance,” she says.
In September, Dr. Malkin and Dr. Ross organized the first international grand rounds program focused on low vision. Along with colleagues at
the L.V. Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, India, NECO students and faculty participated in a virtual consortium focused on vision rehabilitation
“NECO is an incredibly supportive community,” says Dr. Ross. “The school provides students with unprecedented opportunities to explore their
interests; I feel very fortunate to be a part of that process as a faculty member.” Dr. Malkin is equally enthusiastic about her new position. “NECO
offers its faculty members tremendous room for growth, both within the clinical realm and in the classroom,” she says. “It’s so good to be back.”
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management and strategies, and on addressing the global and local barriers patients face when seeking vision rehabilitation services.
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NECO takes justifiable pride in its track record of preparing students for
rewarding careers in optometry. The College’s expansive curriculum and
expert instructors provide the skills, tools, and experience that optometristsin-training need to pursue the profession they are passionate about.
Giving Back to Alumni through the Gift of Learning
NECO’s commitment to providing valuable educational programs continues long after students graduate. Practicing
ODs are required to earn continuing education (CE) credits throughout their careers. To help satisfy this need, the
College offers highly regarded CE programs in partnership with the NECO Alumni Association. Programs are offered
to both alumni and non-alumni through NECO’s Learning Center.
“The practice of eye care has changed so much in the last three decades,” explains Tony Cavallerano, OD ‘72,
executive director of clinical training and patient care at NECO. “We have a responsibility to our alumni to help them
stay abreast of new developments and treatment strategies, and give them the information required to best serve
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their patients.”
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STRENGTHENING TIES THROUGH QUALITY PROGRAMS
Typically, alumni engagement activities are directed toward encouraging graduates to give back to the school that
helped them launch their careers. At NECO, the focus is more on the school giving back to its alumni by serving their
ongoing professional needs.
“My approach is to merge alumni relations with continuing education,” notes Dr. Cavallerano. “It’s a form of
stewardship. When alumni hear from us, their first assumption shouldn’t always be that we’re looking for financial
support. I like to think that we’re making a positive difference – not only in our graduates’ professional lives, but also
in their relationship with NECO.”
To that end, Dr. Cavallerano is committed to providing CE programs of the highest quality, in terms of both the
choice of topic and the choice of speaker, who is often a NECO graduate. Corporate sponsorship helps make these
great programs possible, an important element given the significant competition among providers of continuing
education. Partnering with NECO’s Alumni Association and the Office of Institutional Advancement also helps
“We need to differentiate ourselves,” explains Dr. Cavallerano. “Fortunately, our programs have developed a
following and we routinely generate substantial interest with our offerings. It’s not unusual for us to attract more
than 100 people on a given Sunday. As a result, we’ve built a reputation for delivering quality CE programs, which
drives us to sustain and grow.”
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strengthen outreach efforts to potential participants.
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HOMETOWN DINNER LECTURES MEET ALUMNI WHERE THEY LIVE
NECO offers CE opportunities in a range of formats, with topics that address a variety of current, relevant, and interesting issues
facing vision professionals today.
For alumni scattered throughout the U.S. and Canada (see the map below showing the distribution of NECO alumni), returning
to Boston for CE programs can prove challenging. In response, the College developed the HomeTown reception and lecture
series, which brings NECO’s educational programs to the communities where alumni live and work. These informal evening
events include dinner and a one-hour COPE-approved lecture on a topic typically suggested by an alumnus. The events are held in
restaurants, which allows for networking and social time.
During the fall of 2015, dozens of NECO alumni convened in New York City and Bethesda, Maryland, for HomeTown events
focused on clinical challenges related to diagnosing and managing vitreomacular disorders.
NECO’S GLOBAL REACH
NECO’s impact is far-reaching,
with alumni working in all
50 U.S. states and the District
of Columbia, as well as in
Europe, Asia, Africa, and
Australia. In fact, 8% of our
alumni are located outside
the U.S., including in Canada,
home of the fourth-largest
concentration of alumni after
Massachusetts, New York,
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and California.
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1,077
37
27
4
11
6
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
7
14
135
187
10
477
61
1
47
9
18
103
140
28
2
14
83
7
46
98
58
9
2
27
1
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
Washington, DC
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
San Francisco
Los Angeles
S U N D AY S E M I N A R S D E LV E I N T O I M P O R TA N T T O P I C S
Sunday Seminars augment participants’ clinical skills and enhance the quality and effectiveness of their patient care. Six seminars are held every
year, each of which satisfies five hours of COPE-approved continuing education credits through a program that includes breakfast, a morning
session, lunch, and an afternoon session. During the lunch break, participants have a chance to share information and expand their personal and
professional networks.
At a recent Sunday Seminar, “Pharmacology Fireside Chat,” held in September 2015, NECO alumnus Paul Ajamian, OD ’80, was the featured
speaker at the morning session. Dr. Ajamian, who currently serves as the center director of Omni Eye Services in Atlanta, gave an informative and
entertaining presentation about the relative effectiveness of currently available medications, showing actual cases he has managed.
Notes Dr. Ajamian, “NECO is responsible for why I practice the way I do. Because I owe my success to the education I received here, I enjoy
having the opportunity to come back and share what I’ve learned with others. I believe that if optometrists want to be successful, we have to
support each other and our institutions. CE programs also create opportunities to see old friends and classmates, which is another benefit of
maintaining ties to one’s alma mater.”
3 6 7 I N TERNATIONAL ALUMNI
New York
Miami
Los Angeles
Edmonton
San Francisco
Australia
Bahamas
Belgium
British West Indies
Canada
China
France
Greece
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Israel
Italy
Kenya
South Africa
Spain
Sri Lanka
Tanzania
United Kingdom
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Boston
3
3
1
1
315
4
2
1
2
1
1
4
4
2
13
4
1
1
4
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O N L I N E O R O F F, T H E G O A L I S T H E S A M E
In addition to in-person programs, NECO offers an online learning option that allows participants
“My overarching
goal for
NECO’s continuing
education programs
is to change
someone’s behavior
the very next day
in their practice.”
Tony Cavallerano, OD ’72
Executive Director of Clinical
Training and Patient Care
to log in and review case studies at any time and from any location. Three case studies are currently
available, each of which provides one hour of COPE-approved CE credit; a yearlong, bimonthly
online program on glaucoma is currently in development.
Overall, NECO offers 30 CE credit hours each year. Since most states require ODs to earn between
18 and 25 CE credits annually, NECO offers an opportunity for alumni and non-alumni to fulfill their
annual requirements through College programs.
“Whether it’s through HomeTown Lectures, Sunday Seminars, or online case studies, my overarching
goal for NECO’s continuing education programs is to change someone’s behavior the very next day
in their practice,” says Dr. Cavallerano. “I always appreciate getting feedback from attendees, and
their input helps us improve our programs.” Attendees at a recent Sunday Seminar expressed a high
level of satisfaction with the program. “It’s a good format – over five hours you really learn a lot,”
said one attendee; “Great topics and speakers,” offered another.
Tony Cavallerano, OD ’72, currently serves as executive director of clinical
To n y
Cavallerano
A C O N S TA N T P R E S E N C E I N
C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N
training and patient care, director of professional relations, and professor
of optometry at NECO. Dr. Cavallerano has been affiliated with the College
since earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from what was then the
Massachusetts College of Optometry more than 40 years ago. He served as
NECO’s clinical dean from 1993 to 1998, and in 2006, he received
the College’s Carroll Martus Award for Outstanding Clinical Instruction.
Dr. Cavallerano’s interest in continuing education was sparked in 1974, when
new re-licensure programs sprang up throughout New England. Building on
his experience as an OD candidate and teaching assistant in Rhode Island’s
first diagnostic therapeutic program, he began speaking at a number of those
programs. Today, among his many responsibilities at NECO, Dr. Cavallerano
teaches “Special Topics in Ocular Disease and Advanced Clinical Care” as well
as the “Retina Grand Rounds” elective during the summer semester.
Beyond his work at NECO, Dr. Cavallerano has a special interest in
telemedicine and in using technology for health care solutions. He was
formerly an attending optometrist in the VA Boston Healthcare System,
where he is a researcher and training center coordinator for the VHA Office
of Telehealth Services. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry,
a member of the Massachusetts Society of Optometrists and the American
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Optometric Association, and a founding member of the Optometric Retina
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Society. He is also an editorial board member for Primary Care Optometry
News and the former editor-in-chief of Clinical Eye and Vision Care and
Optometry: Journal of the American Optometric Association.
A
T R I B U T E
T O
B A R R Y
F I S C H
“I believe, as many have said, that hard work plus preparation allows one to take advantage of
opportunities, but you also need a good dose of passion for what you do. It serves as your compass.”
Barry Fisch, OD ’71, outgoing vice president and dean of academic affairs, made this remark about NECO students,
but the statement also applies to Barry’s life and career. His talent, passion, insight, good humor, and commitment
to the profession have benefited the College immensely. Barry retires in January 2016; NECO will forever appreciate
his longstanding dedication to the school and to its students.
“I cherish everything I’ve done at NECO and during my professional career,” says Barry. “I look back and I feel lucky.
I’ve had many amazing opportunities and experiences, all due to my 40-plus years of association with the College,
and with my colleagues, students, and residents. After years of maintaining a consistent and full work schedule, I
really look forward to the opportunity to be spontaneous and have time to pursue some old and some new interests,
and volunteering; but most of all, I look forward to spending time with my family and enjoying watching my
granddaughters grow up.”
“I came to know Barry when he was involved in some of
can’t imagine what it will be like not having him here
my second-year classes. He always encouraged me to
helping to lead the College – but I know that, thanks to
make the most of my time at NECO. He was very
his efforts, we will continue to be successful. On behalf
supportive of my research activities. Most importantly,
of everyone at NECO, I thank him for his outstanding
he encouraged his students to ask questions, and that
service to our faculty and students, and wish him the
mindset helped inspire me to return to NECO as a
very best as he begins the next chapter of his life.”
faculty member under his leadership.”
Clifford Scott, OD ’68, MPH
Nicole Ross, OD ’11, MSc
President, New England College of Optometry
Assistant Professor of Optometry
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DONOR REPORT 2015 | NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
The Philanthropist’s Society 2015
Foster Namias Legacy Society 2015
(Cumulative giving of $50,000 or more)
Members of the Philanthropist’s Society are recognized
The Foster Namias Legacy Society honors individuals
for their cumulative giving to the New England College
who have remembered the New England College of
of Optometry and New England Eye. This distinguished
Optometry in their estate plans. We recognize this
group has demonstrated their exceptional commitment.
esteemed group of individuals with deep gratitude
We are pleased to express our gratitude for their
for their commitment to the future success of
philanthropic leadership.
the College.
Visionary
Leader
Arthur W. Baker, OD ‘67*
($500,000 and greater)
($50,000-$99,999)
Stella Beider*
Bausch & Lomb
Anonymous
Larry R. Clausen, OD
Lester Marcus, OD ‘54*
Allergan, Inc.
Paul A. DeCesare, OD ‘69
Massachusetts Commission
B&R Foundation
Carl E. Doughty, OD ‘69
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Joseph Feldberg, OD ‘52*
for the Blind
of Massachusetts
Marion and Dr. Eugene I. Fischer ‘61*
Humanitarian
The Boston Foundation
Kristen K. Griebel, OD ‘97
($250,000-$499,999)
Elizabeth Chen and
David J. Helfman, OD ‘69
Alcon Laboratories
Stella Beider*
CIBA Vision
Richard Edmiston
Edith Heymans*
Citizens Bank Charitable
Edith Hochstadt*
Foundation
G. Burtt Holmes, OD ‘52
Essilor of America, Inc.
Friends of the Disabled
Arnold Katz, OD ‘50*
The Ludcke Foundation
Gould Family Charitable
Benjamin J. Lambert, III, OD ‘62*
Marco Family Foundation
Foundation
Joan C. and Alton W. Lamont, OD ‘55
Maurice Saval*
Kristen K. Griebel, OD ‘97
Lester Marcus, OD ‘54*
Vision Service Plan
Edith Hochstadt*
Joseph F. Molinari, OD ‘74, MEd
Vistakon, Division of Johnson &
HOYA Vision Care
Jean T. and Pasquale L. Palomba, OD ‘38*
Juvenile Diabetes Research
Andrew J. Portoghese, OD ‘60
Johnson Vision Care, Inc.
Clinton Wilson, OD ‘43*
Benefactor
($100,000-$249,999)
American Diabetes Association
Bank of America N.A., Trustee of
Foundation
Harvey D. Rappoport, OD ‘75
Monthe N. Kofos, OD ‘43*
Maurice Saval*
OneSight Research
Norman C. Spector, JD
Foundation
Melvin Stack, OD ‘53
Reader’s Digest Partners
Timothy W. Tolford, OD ‘79
for Sight Foundation
William R. Tolford, OD ‘55*
the Perpetual Trust for
Melvin Stack, OD ‘53
Guang-Ji Wang, OD ‘92
Charitable Giving
William R. Tolford, OD ‘55*
Harry I. Zeltzer, OD ’52, DOS
Boston Center for Blind Children
Edith Heymans*
G. Burtt Holmes, OD ‘52
Donald R. Korb, OD and
Joan M. Exford, OD
Luxottica Group
Christine and Steven Manfredi
Polymer Technology
Mary Scott, OD ‘68 and
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Clifford Scott, OD ‘68, MPH
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Carl and Ruth Shapiro
Family Foundation
State Street Foundation
The Whitaker Foundation
* D eceased
ANNUAL FUND 2015 | NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
We gratefully acknowledge the generosity of our many supporters. The following list reflects gifts received between
July 1, 2014 and June 30, 2015. We apologize for any inadvertent errors or omissions.
The President’s Circle 2015
The President’s Circle recognizes alumni and friends whose gifts to the 2015 Annual Fund totaled $1,000 or more.
Members of this prestigious group are among the College’s most loyal supporters. They are recognized at the
following giving levels.
Ruby
Kristen K. Griebel, OD ‘97
The Cooper Companies
Barbara McGinley
($50,000-$99,999)
HOYA Vision Care
Joseph A. D’Amico, OD ‘63
Dr. Robert Meenan
Massachusetts Commission
Laura J. Kain, OD ‘97
Sally H. Dang, OD ‘94
Drs. Janis F. Mertz ‘82 and
Estate of Benjamin J. Lambert, III, OD ‘62
Joseph R. Donatelle, OD ‘61
Donald P. Snyder, OD ‘55
Eastern Bank Charitable
Emerald
Timothy W. Tolford, OD ‘79
($25,000-$49,999)
ZEISS Meditec
Alcon Laboratories
Foundation
James R. Mertz ‘07
Iris M. Miller, OD ‘11
David Mills, OD ‘80, MBA
Claudia C. Evans, OD ‘74
George R. Montminy, OD ‘69
Stephen A. Feltus, OD ‘72
National Vision, Inc.
Boston Center for Blind Children
Silver
Ronald R. Ferrucci, OD ‘74
Rachel E. Negris, OD ‘84
The Ludcke Foundation
($2,500-$4,999)
Barry M. Fisch, OD ‘71
O’Neill, Athy & Casey, P.C.
Jason R. Chin, OD ‘04
Drs. Jack Fried and
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Pan
Platinum
Terry L.N. Chin, OD ‘76
($10,000-$24,999)
Donald R. Korb, OD and
Allergan, Inc.
Joan M. Exford, OD
Stacy M. Kosik-Fried ‘97
Drs. Richard and Julianne
Rapalus Gallerani, ‘84
Dennis P. Pardo, OD ‘97
Mr. Seth Pollock
Alan M. Rapoport, OD ‘86
Edward H. Fitch, OD
Alan R. Gold, OD ‘74
Roblin Insurance Agency Inc.
of the Perpetual Trust for
David J. Helfman, OD ‘69
Haag-Streit USA
Joel B. Rosen, MBA
Charitable Giving
Andrew Hoar
Elise Noel Harb, OD ‘04
Robert N. Rosenstein, OD ‘74
Boston Children’s Hospital
Khuong An Nguyen, OD ‘03
Celia A. Hinrichs, OD ‘79
Safilo USA, Inc.
Boys & Girls Club of Boston
Robin Rathjens, OD ‘99
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Houghton
Herbert M. Shuer, OD ‘73
G. Burtt Holmes, OD ‘52
Laura Dake Roche, OD ‘85
Irwin Jacobs
Norman C. Spector, JD
Lowell General Hospital/
Susan G. Rodgin, OD ‘84
Daniel J. Jandreau, OD ‘95
Eleanor Titelbaum
Keith E. Taylor, OD ‘81
Lynette K. Johns, OD ‘04
TruForm Optics, Inc.
Kenneth P. Taylor, OD ‘77
Johnson & Johnson Matching
The Vision Council
Bank of America N.A., Trustee
Circle Health
Luxottica Group
Gifts Program
Kenneth J. Myers, OD ‘74, PhD
Visionary Optics, LLC
Bronze
Reginald H. Jones, OD ‘81
Guang-Ji Wang, OD ‘92
($1,000-$2,499)
Barbara D. Kamens
Winer Foundation Agency
Howard B. Purcell, OD ‘84
Paul C. Ajamian, OD ‘80
Paul J. Kantrowich, OD ‘74
Dr. Mitzi and Mr. Hal Witkin
Mary Scott, OD ‘68 and
Arthur W. Baker, OD ‘67*
Allen I. Kaplan, OD ‘67
Young’s Valley Contax, Inc.
Estate of Warren and
Jonathan D. Kaplan, OD ‘90
Joseph P. Zolner, EdD
Theodore Edson Parker
Foundation
Clifford Scott, OD ‘68, MPH
Vision Service Plan
Stella Beider
Brian S. Klinger, OD
Linda M. Bennett, OD ‘80
Wendy J. Leslie, OD ‘74
Gold
Lynn M. Brandes, OD ‘87
Alan L. Lewis, OD ‘65, PhD
($5,000-$9,999)
Nancy Broude, EdM
Loretta M. Li, OD ‘82
Alcon Foundation, Inc.
Barbara E. Caffery, OD ‘77
Ernest V. Loewenstein, OD ‘77
Dr. Susan L. Connors and
James A. Casazza, OD ‘71
Lawrence A. Lupo, OD ‘77
Anthony A. Cavallerano, OD ‘72
Kelly M. MacDonald, OD ‘01
Gary Y.K. Chu, OD ‘95, MPH
Eileen C. McGill, OD ‘78
Dr. Andrew W. Zimmerman
Jane E. Fisher
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Patron ($500-$999)
David J. Caban, OD ‘77
Cornelius Chapman, JD
John A. Child, OD ‘82
James P. Comerford, OD ‘78
Elizabeth Davies
Diversified Ophthalmics, Inc.
Drs. John and Anne Marie
Gaetani ‘89
William J. Gleason, OD ‘74
Carl F. Gruning, OD ‘66
Alden N. Haffner, OD
Ann Hudson, CPA
John Hancock Financial Services
Neil W. Kemp, OD ‘95
Catherine A. Kennedy, OD ‘78
Barry S. Kran, OD
Richard E. Lippman, OD ‘68
Sylvia and Gerard Marlio
Jean M. Martori-Cram
Glen L. McCormack, OD
Andrew D.L. McLeod, OD ‘06
Robert E. Miller, OD ‘65
Frederick A. Moffa, OD ‘95
Northeast Congress of Optometry
Mark W. O’Donoghue, OD ‘82
Eugene T. O’Leary, OD ‘79
Calvin G. Perry, OD ‘65
John J. Pietrantonio, OD ‘80
Frances Rucker, PhD
Jeanette M. Sewell, OD ‘81
Shapiro/Fleishman Fund
South Boston Community
Health Center
Cathy Stern, OD
Tonya Watson, OD ‘02, PhD
Bernard H. Weitz, OD ‘77
Drs. David and Grace Wu
Winston W. Yao, OD ‘99
Pano Yeracaris, MD, MPH
Harry I. Zeltzer, OD ‘52, DOS
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Friend ($250-$499)
Suraj Sadeghi Afshar, OD ‘07
Joseph W. Alger, OD ‘57
Phyllis Andrejko, OD ‘97
Douglas P. Benoit, OD ‘83
James A. Bourgeois, OD ‘82
Peter P. Cottone, OD ‘71
Judith R. Darrow, OD ‘90
Richard Lee Dickinson
Matthew E. Elgart, OD ‘66
Michael G. Flynn
David B. Gaudreau, OD ‘86
Lawrence T. Ginsberg, OD ‘84
Edward M. Goldberg, OD ‘70
Tammy J. Gray, OD ‘06
Tina Hall
Maureen M. Hanley, OD ‘81
Kevin P. Hoye, OD ‘99
Anthony W. Iraca, OD ‘88
Ruth Joress
Garry S. Kain, OD ‘74
Stephen N. Kirnon, MBA, EdD
Steven Koevary, PhD
Kathleen Leona Krenzer, OD ‘90
Norman A. MacLeod, Jr.
Massachusetts League of
Community Health Centers
Drs. John T. Mooney and
Deborah Bettencourt ‘85
Amy Roan Moy, OD ‘03
Salvatore Musumeci, OD ‘87
Robert J. Parks, OD ‘84
Eliezer Peli, MSc, OD ‘83
Patrick F. Phelan, OD ‘72
Carol Rubel
Steven W. Santos, OD ‘89
David S. Smith, OD ‘67
Margery Warren
Drs. Paul Zerbinopoulos and
Pamela L. Blodgett ‘88
Yuhui Zhu, OD ‘12
Michelle Zickel Blew, OD
Sponsor (up to $249)
Adventure in Colors
Myron Allukian, Jr., DDS, MPH
Vitelio Almeyda
AmazonSmile Foundation
Daniel R. Appleton, OD ‘69
Diane M. Aramony
Mohammad Ashfaq, OD ‘08
Kayla B. Baker, OD ‘03
Louis Y. Bardfield, OD ‘59
David Baron, OD ‘89
Belisa A. Basile, OD ‘84
Marvin G. Baum, OD ‘64
Andrew L. Berger, OD ‘96
George D. Bertherman, OD ‘93
Keshav S. Bhat, OD ‘01
Elena Z. Biffi, OD ‘10, MSc
Michael D. Billig, OD ‘83
Joseph Y. Bistricer, OD ‘80
Frederick H. Bloom, OD ‘75
Alison A. Boda, OD ‘03
Salvatore J. Bosco
Russell Broude
Pauline Buck, OD ‘94
Yihong Cai, OD ‘09
Donna Cantillo
Ina Carducci
Ronald Cedrone, OD ‘78
Ceida Chan, OD
A. Robert Child, Jr., OD ‘78
Mr. and Mrs. Hoi Chung
and Wai Ying Chu
Kenneth J. Ciuffreda, OD ‘73
Linda Cole
Nancy Coletta, OD
Robert A. Connors, OD ‘81
Patrick Corr
John S. Corvese, OD ‘82
Donald J. Costello, OD ‘95
Dr. and Mrs. Barry Cuiffo
Kelly L. Cyr, OD ‘09
Patricia Dahill
Richard Dahill and
Tina Sanford Dahill
Edouard Dalexis
David R. De Ruosi, OD ‘87
Li Deng, PhD
Aurora Liberace Denial, OD ‘84
Mark S. Deresienski, OD ‘75
Robert J. Doty, Jr., OD ‘75
Nina Nghi Doyle, OD ‘03
Tom Duchardt
Kyla M. Duchin, OD ‘08
Heather Stone Edmonds
George J. Ehlert, OD ‘67
Edward Eliot
Peter T. Eudenbach, OD ‘55
R. Craig Evans, OD ‘85
Xiaomin Fang, OD ‘12
James H. Fantazian, OD ‘62
Mr. and Mrs. Philip L. Feldberg
Chester S. Fichandler, OD ‘73
Leon I. Fishlyn, OD ‘80
John R. Flaherty, OD ‘48
Russell D. Fradkin, OD ‘78
Philip E. Friedman, OD, ‘62
Stuart A. Friedman, OD ‘81
Harriett Gadson
Gary A. Galante, OD ‘84
Jaclyn E. Garlich, OD ‘10
Roland E. Gaudette, OD ‘59
Edward C. Godnig, OD ‘76
Steven A. Goldstein, OD ‘83
Lucinda A. Gould
Catherine Grant
Marcia K. Green, OD ‘74
Howard I. Greenberg
Maritza Y. Grey, OD ‘11
David L. Guiseley, OD ‘87
Camille M. Guzek-Latka, OD ‘83
Paul V. Hamel, OD ‘94
Marie Hill
Douglas J. Hoffman, OD ‘80
Ingrid Hoogendoorn
Scott D. Huffer, OD ‘06
Jonathon H. Jimmerson, OD ‘12
Andrew M. Jones, OD ‘94
Emily S. Kachinsky, OD ‘08
Susan B. Kahn
Cheryl Kane-Robson, OD ‘80
Tracy Kelley
Peter Keville
Drs. Barry M. Kowalik and
Denise Dobbins-Kowalik ‘89
Lisa M. Kralian, OD, ‘85
Michael Lakher, OD ‘88, PhD
Lauren Ann LaPaglia, OD ‘05
B. Naimah Rashid
Anthony Regonini, OD ‘78
Diana M. Risco, OD ‘97
Mark Risher
Neil I. Schram, OD ‘71
Margot S. Seligman, OD ‘85
Hank Shafran and Dr. Toni Delisi
Mirage Shah, OD ‘12
Robert H. Sherrin, OD ‘77
Tia Shorter
Michael A. Simeone, OD ‘82
L. Mark Slawson
William E. Sleight, OD ‘82
Richard N. Small, CPA
Harrison T. Smiley, OD ‘68
Paul L. Sonenblum, OD ‘03
Bernard Stecher, OD ‘52
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Stellar
Drs. Mitchell B. and
Regina A. Strand ‘84
Irwin B. Suchoff, OD ‘59, DOS
Emily Summers
Philip L. Sutherland, OD ‘86
Irving J. Tanzman, OD ‘66
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Taylor
Kristie Teets, OD ‘04
Denise A. Thomas-Wilcox, OD ‘85, PhD
Kristen Tobin
Dr. Paul and Mrs. Mary Torraca
Mark A. Traveis, OD ‘93
Caitlin Trosko
Glenda Underwood
David G. Vanderloop, OD ‘04
Ana Vargas
Brian W. Wadman, OD ‘85
Ellis Walker
Qiaoqiao Wang, OD ‘13
Mr. and Mrs. Leon S. White
Mr. and Mrs. Caleb Wong
Meng M. Xu, OD
Min Xu, OD ‘12
Beverly Young, OD ‘88
Mr. and Mrs. Norman Young
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Zaksheski
Ling Zhang
Mr. and Mrs. Lenard Zohn
Joel Zuckerbraun, OD ‘82
In Kind
Drs. Michael J. Cohn ‘77 and
Suzanne LuCash Cohn ‘79
Haag-Streit USA
Keeler Instruments, Inc.
Robert W. Kerwin, OD ‘60
Donald R. Korb, OD
Luxottica Group
Amy C. Nau, OD ‘00
Eliezer Peli, OD ‘83
Vasiliki Poulaki, MD, PhD
Tresca
TruForm Optics, Inc.
Volk Optical, Inc.
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Stephanie Chin Lau
Shelia Lawler
Mark A. Leipert, OD ‘00
Colin L. Leitch, MDiv
Wayne M. Levasseur, OD ‘80
Joyce Libby
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Foundation
James M. Lombardi
Lois and Myles Lopatin
Barbara R. Louie, OD ‘77
Eric Lynch
Stacy Ayn Lyons, OD ‘88
David E. Magnus, OD ‘81
Alexis Malkin, OD ‘08
Neil Malkin, OD ‘83
Martin O. Mark, OD ‘66
Steven A. Markow, OD ‘81
MassMutual
Brittney J. Mazza, OD ‘10
John McGinty
Gordon McMurdo, OD ‘54
Medway Lions Club
Mr. and Ms. Wally Mei
John M. Melnyk, OD ‘91, PhD
Barbara Meltzer
Jeffrey S. Meltzer
John C. Minardi, OD ‘85
David C. Momnie, OD ‘74
Kathy A. Moreira-Tortorici, OD ‘01
Jeffrey L. Morer OD ‘88
Anne Moskowitz, OD ‘93
Nicholas V. Motto, OD ‘02
Sandy Moy
Mutual of America Foundation
William M. Myers, OD ‘52
Yanna K. Nachtigall, OD ‘04
Tecleab G. Neguse
New England Private Wealth
Advisors, LLC
Jad Osmanski, OD ‘08
John R. Paskowski, OD ‘88
Deborah Picard
Brian J. Pietrantonio, OD ‘11
Steven L. Pinson, OD ‘77
Cynthia Pollard
Susan A. Primo, OD ‘85, MPH
Steven Rafalowsky, OD ‘81
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NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY AND NEE CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
June 30, 2015 and 2014
2014
2015
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
7,805,753
3,913,906
$
Accounts receivable, net 765,048
941,679
Prepayments and other assets 763,921
608,013
Contributions receivable, net
260,393
290,439
8,780,110
8,152,476
Investments 15,297,745
14,843,249
Property, plant, and equipment, net 10,841,836
11,403,587
Student loans, net Total assets
$ 44,514,806
$
40,153,349
$
$
1,366,001
Liabilities and Net Assets
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
1,900,291
Annuity obligations
84,175
106,645
Deferred revenue 2,960,568
2,202,838
Bonds payable
7,280,000
7,695,000
Refundable U.S. government grants 7,564,558
7,381,703
19,789,592
18,752,187
Total liabilities
Net assets:
Unrestricted $
16,740,600
Temporarily restricted 5,736,727
Permanently restricted 2,247,887
Total net assets
$
13,349,337
5,817,361
2,234,464
21,401,162
24,725,214
Total liabilities and net assets
$ 44,514,806
40,153,349
$
NECO Operating Revenues
Patient Care
Contributions
Interest Income
Student
Services
Other Sources
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Auxiliary Enterprises
Institutional
Support
Grants & Contracts
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NECO Operating Expenses
Clinical Instruction
& Patient Care
Academic
Support
Tuition & Fees
Research
Instruction
NEW E N GL A N D C OLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY AND NEE CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES
Year Ended June 30, 2015
(with comparative totals for 2014)
Unrestricted
Temporarily
Restricted
Permanently
Restricted
2015
2014
Operating revenues
Tuition and fees$ 20,796,025
-
-
$ 20,796,025
$ 19,229,341
Less scholarships and grants
(528,783)
-
-
(528,783)
(388,779)
20,267,242
-
-
20,267,242
18,840,562 Contributions
241,125
60,983
8,275
310,383
473,310
Patient care
4,443,987
-
-
4,443,987
4,262,753
Grants and contracts
1,147,485
-
-
1,147,485
1,084,493
Interest income
32,021
-
-
32,021
24,517
Other sources
57,041
-
-
57,041
195,941
Auxiliary enterprises
125,880
-
-
125,880
113,149
Tuition and fees, net
Total operating revenues
26,314,781
60,983
8,275
24,994,725
26,384,039
338,882
(338,882)
-
-
-
26,653,663
(277,899)
8,275
26,384,039
24,994,725
8,100,868
Clinical instruction and patient care
-
-
8,100,868
8,385,894
Instruction
5,646,906
-
-
5,646,906
5,324,443
Research
1,102,381
-
-
1,102,381
1,076,715
Academic support
2,035,413
-
-
2,035,413
1,785,812
Student services
1,612,733
-
-
1,612,733
1,514,243
4,697,966
Institutional support
-
-
4,697,966
5,688,037
275,613
-
-
275,613
237,320
23,471,880
-
-
23,471,880
24,012,464
3,181,783
(277,899)
8,275
2,912,159
982,261
212,780
197,265
-
410,045
2,246,241
(3,300)
-
-
(3,300)
22,207
-
5,148
5,148
(5,727)
-
-
65,679
Net assets released from restrictions
Total operating revenues and net assets
released from restrictions
Operating expenses
Auxiliary enterprises
Total operating expenses
Change in net assets from operating activities
Investment return
Change in value of charitable remainder trust
Change in value of annuity obligations
Change in fair value of interest rate swap
3,391,263
(80,634)
13,423
3,324,052
3,310,661
13,349,337
Net assets as of beginning of year
5,817,361
2,234,464
21,401,162
18,090,501
$ 16,740,600
$ 5,736,727
$ 2,247,887
$ 24,725,214
$ 21,401,162
Change in net assets
Net assets as of end of year
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Non-operating activities
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FOSTER NAMIAS LEGACY SOCIETY
An Investment in NECO’s Future
For generations, optometry has been an integral part of the family of
Paul A. DeCesare, OD ’69. Dr. DeCesare developed his interest in eye
care watching his two uncles treat patients; he now runs the practice
founded in 1947 by Roland H. DeCesare, OD ’44. “NECO opened the
door to a wonderful profession that continues to fulfill me after more
than 40 years,” he says. Inspired by his passion for optometry and his
appreciation for NECO, Dr. DeCesare joined the institution’s Legacy
Society to help ensure that both his profession and his alma mater
continue to thrive.
Dr. DeCesare has maintained his connection with NECO over the years
through a range of alumni activities, including the College’s continuing
education programs. “NECO has invested in my education throughout
“NECO opened
the door to
my career,” he explains. “As optometry has evolved, I’ve been able to
stay up to date on the latest industry knowledge through my association
with the College.”
a wonderful
profession
that continues
to fulfill me
By remaining involved with the school, Dr. DeCesare has observed
firsthand the evolution of NECO’s offerings. “The current administration
has taken the College to a new level in terms of how it prepares
students for success,” he says. “Today’s graduates receive more robust
after more
medical training through clinical experience, which enables them to
than 40 years.”
better serve their patients’ needs.” Dr. DeCesare has welcomed many
Paul A. DeCesare, OD ’69
NECO students and alumni into his Providence, RI, practice as interns
and assistants, and he is consistently impressed by their intelligence,
enthusiasm, and preparedness. “Simply put, the College is producing
better doctors now than ever before.”
With his generous gift to the College through the Legacy Society,
Dr. DeCesare hopes to give future generations of students access to
the exceptional opportunities NECO offers. “I feel very fortunate to
have attended optometry school, and to have built a successful career
as a result of the training I received at NECO,” he says. “I owe that
success in part to the Alumni Association Scholarship I received as a
student; I hope my gift will help bring a NECO education within reach
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for bright, motivated students in the future.”
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To learn more about becoming a member of The Legacy Society,
please contact: Cindy Gould
Director of Development
617.587.5647
gouldc@neco.edu
NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY 2015-2016
Board of Trustees
Corporators
Brian S. Klinger, OD, Board Chair
Lester M. Brackley, OD ‘68
Pano Yeracaris, MD, MPH, Vice Chair
David J. Caban, OD ‘77
Clifford A. Scott, OD ‘68, MPH, President
Cornelius “Con” Chapman, JD
Myron Allukian, Jr., DDS, MPH
Michael J. Cohn, OD ‘77
Joan M. Exford, OD, DOS
Howard M. Coleman, OD ‘57
Ronald R. Ferrucci, OD ‘74
Matthew E. Elgart, OD ‘66
Howard (Hank) Greenberg
Jennifer L. Ellison, OD ‘07
Kristen K. Griebel, OD ‘97
Elmer Freeman, BS, MSW
William J. Halpin, Jr., MBA
Philip E. Friedman, OD, ‘62
Richard Heller
Fernando Hidalgo Santa Cruz, OD ‘87
Dorothy L. Hitchmoth, OD ’96
Celia A. Hinrichs, OD ‘79
Andrew Hoar
Robert H. Honnors, OD ‘63
Stephen N. Kirnon, MBA, EdD
Barbara D. Kamens
Colin L. Leitch, MDiv
Farooq A. Khan, OD ‘02
Kelly M. MacDonald, OD ‘01
Cynthia P. Macdonald, JD
Robert F. Meenan, MD, MPH, MBA
Norman A. MacLeod, Jr., LHD *
Rachel E. Negris, OD ‘84
David Miller, MD
Joel B. Rosen, MBA
Robert S. Miller, CFE, CPA
Richard N. Small, CPA
Joseph F. Molinari, OD ‘74, MEd
Norman C. Spector, JD
George R. Montminy, OD ‘69
Joseph P. Zolner, EdD
Joseph F. Osmanski, OD ‘74
Gerard P. Phelan
David A.V. Reynolds, DrPH, LHD
Emeritus Members
Solomon K. Slobins, OD ‘50
John A. Stefanini, JD
Joseph J.F. Bickford, OD ‘65
Irwin B. Suchoff, OD ‘59, DOS
Lester M. Brackley, OD ‘68
Michael R. Taylor, MEd
Francis L. DiMella, AIA
Thomas F. Terry, OD ‘75
G. Burtt Holmes, OD ‘52, LHD
Charles F. Mullen, OD ‘69, DOS
Adelbert O. Parrott, OD ‘34*
Paul B. Taylor, OD ‘55*
* Deceased
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