Sugey Sanchez, COA
By Carrie Ludicke
Paul V. Minotty, M.D. announces that staff member, Sugey Sanchez, recently achieved designation of Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), in addition to becoming certified as an Ophthalmic Scribe, by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Professionals (JCAHPO).
JCAHPO certification, at any level, is recognized and respected internationally by physicians, employers, administrators, and other ophthalmic and medical personnel.
To achieve this designation, one must complete an independent study course and pass the COA level examination. COA’s are trained to perform many skilled tasks, and have the knowledge and confidence to provide better patient care. They have demonstrated an eagerness, and commitment to their professional career.
‘We are understandably proud of Sugey for seeking certifications in her field. This demonstrated level of expertise with patient care and assisting our physicians further enhances New Vision Eye Center’s mission of earning trust, one patient at a time,’ Minotty explained.
New Vision Eye Center is located at 1055 37th Place in Vero Beach, across from Indian River Medical Center. The center’s team of leading board certified ophthalmologists include Paul V. Minotty, M.D., FACS, founder of New Vision Eye Center, Roger J. Meyer, M.D., David J. O’Brien, M.D., FACS, Stephen M. Tate, M.D., and Robert M. Reinauer, M.D.
For more information, call (772) 257-8700 or (877) MINOTTY (646-6889), or go to www.NewVisionEyeCenter.com.