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Alumni of LV Prasad Eye Institute of Optometrists

ABOUT ALO

The Alumni of LVPEI Optometrists (ALO) the alumni community established in November 2014. The main objective of the Alumni is to foster professional networking among alumni and also encourage solidarity to ensure continuous engagement within alumni and with parent organizations. ALO broadly consists of two chapters. Fellows Chapter, comprising former optometry fellows of LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) and BLSO Chapter comprising graduates from Bausch and Lomb School of Optometry (BLSO). ALO is governed by an elected governing body, and functions predominantly on membership fees, donations from ALO members and generous support from philanthropists. For an overview of how ALO functions please read here. The purpose of this website is to create a gateway to rekindle friendship, build professional networks and share alumni news and optometry knowledge. This website has a variety of sections for various intended activities, where the members can communicate with the fellow members through discussions, debates and other knowledge sharing processes. For the new alumni members, this is an amazing platform to connect with the former alumni members who have excelled in various fields of optometry and to obtain a clear guidance on optometry career.

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT

Greetings from ALO. I am profoundly honoured by the opportunity to serve as the President of our Alumni Association for the next three years. As I greet you for the first time as the Alumni Board President, there are a million things going through my head like ‘What impact and legacy do the current general body want to leave on ALO?’, ‘How will I establish plans to drive a greater engagement from the alumni to build larger circles and a community of tighter connections?’ etc. However, with a willingness to achieve a greater good, my new team and I plan to move forward with great initiatives. ​The best way to lead a successful Alumni Association is to engage every alumni. We would love to welcome and attract you with all the great events and experiences, so that you REMINISCE your time as a student and your cherished memories, and ENGAGE in networking with fellow students and faculty. We need your guidance to be successful. We need you to preserve the pride that sits deep in your heart. We need you as an epitome of success to the upcoming generations, for our new alumni, and enlighten future explorers reach their destination. ​I thank the founding members and congratulate previous governing bodies and executive committee for the great initiative's and for commendable work that they have done in the past years. The best way to stay connected is to be informed of all the alumni events at ALO through the website and through social media. Follow ALO Alumni on the major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Alumni Website) or stay connected through me or any other Board Members. We promise to promote your successes and ensure you are aware of and included in all ALO events. Moreover, we welcome your feedback and guidance as we plan our engagement strategy for the years ahead. ​Thank you in advance for your support as we build Bigger Groups, Tighter Connections, and Greater Engagement. ​Yours Sincerely, Lalith Kumar Reddy Vootukuru - On behalf of ALO Governing Body

President

Meet our Wonderful Team

The group responsible for managing ALO’s initiatives, events, and communications — ensuring continuous engagement among alumni and with LVPEI.

Sandeep Reddy

Operations Manager

Monika Narasimhan

Ravi Kumar

Head of Optometrists

Kiran Challa

General Secretary

ALO Founding Governing Body

The first elected team that established the Alumni of LVPEI Optometrists (ALO) in 2014, laying the foundation for alumni networking, collaboration, and professional growth.

Dr NAGARAJU KONDA

President

Dr Nagaraju Konda has completed a Diploma in Ophthalmic Techniques and a Fellowship in Optometry from L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad, followed by a Bachelor in Optometry from Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Medical college, School of Optometry. He received best outgoing student of the year award with distinction and a gold medal (2001). He also has a Diploma in “Teaching in higher education” from Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore. He worked as a research and consulting optometrist at LVPEI (2001 and 2003), Sulochana Eye Centre (2003-2006), Managing Partner at Nishanth Opticals (2003-2006), Teaching Faculty at Bausch & Lomb School of Optometry (2001 – 2005), and Lecturer at Singapore Polytechnic, School of Chemical and Life sciences (2006-2009). Dr Konda completed PhD at University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia in 2014. He has presented and published his research work at various national and international conferences and scientific journals. Dr. Konda has received best scientific paper award for Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lens Fitting in Keratoconus at the 6th National Congress of Optometry and Opticinary meet in Singapore and SERI-SANTEN travel grant at the SERI-ARVO meet, Singapore. He is currently, working as a General Manager at Brien Holden Vision Pvt. ltd., India. As President of ALO Dr Nagaraju Konda leads, guides, and directs other governing body members and executive members. He sets future direction of ALO and represents alumni at various civic and professional meetings.

Dr VINOD MASEEDUPALLY

Vice President

Dr Vinod Maseedupally earned his PhD from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, Australia in 2013, he currently holds a postdoctoral research fellow title at the same university. At the university he teaches practical aspects of contact lenses, clinical optometry and dispensing optics to undergraduate students. He also teaches postgraduate course work students. Vinod started his optometry career with a Diploma in Ophthalmic Techniques (DOT) at LV Prasad Eye Institute in 1996. He joined the BS Optometry program at the Bausch & Lomb School of Optometry (BLSO) laterally in 2003 and completed it in two years. The period before and after bachelor degree, he played various roles at LVPEI and BLSO. These roles include consultant at the contact lens clinic, research optometrist at Brien Holden Eye Research Centre and teacher at the Bausch & Lomb School of Optometry. At BLSO he was widely revered for his teaching skills. He extensively taught ‘Contact Lenses’ and ‘Visual Optics’ to undergraduates

SNIGDHA

General Secretary

Ms Snigdha hails from the City of Patna, Bihar. Completed her BS Optometry from Bausch & Lomb School of Optometry (2002-2006). Being more driven to mangement and administration,she completed her Masters in Business Management (majors in Marketing & Minor in finance) from IBS - Gurgaon (2008-10). With good experience in operations mangement and Corporate marketing, she joined LVPEI in the year 2011. She is presently working as an Assistant Director of Academy of Eye Care Education. Snigdha manages overall administration of ALO, she also develops policies, objectives, planning and implementation of ALO activities

VIJAY KUMAR YELAGONDULA

Treasurer

Mr Vijay Kumar Yelagondula completed his Diploma in Ophthalmic Techniques in 2001, followed by a one year fellowship in clinical optometry at L V Prasad Eye Institute. He later obtained a Bachelor degree in Clinical Optometry from Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune in. After his graduation he took the up position of teaching faculty at BLSO. In 2009 he went on to pursue his Master of Health Services Management (MHSerMgt) from Griffith University, Australia. He joined back BLSO in 20011 and since then he is continuing the capacity of Registrar at BLSO while he continues to teach undergraduate. He teaches Optometric Instrumentation, Visual Optics and Occupational Optometry to undergraduate students. His research interests include peripheral refraction and myopia. Vijay is the in charge of financial accounts of ALO. He also looks after membership enrolment and liaises with potential and registered members of ALO.
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    HAREESH POTHKANURI

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    CHAITANYA SAI KIRAN

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