Anyone who meets Phernell Walker knows that optics is his passion. He has become a nationally-recognized speaker because of his unique talent for teaching his students everything they need to know to become a professional optician. He authored the textbook, Pure Optics, to help his students prepare for the ABO exams. Mr. Walker is one of only a few hundred people to earn a Master in Ophthalmic Optics (ABOM). He currently serves as the Director of Optometric Relations at VSP Ventures. His educational achievements include an MBA, BS in Business, and an AS in Ophthalmic Optics. He is certified by the both the American Board of Opticianry (ABOC) and National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLEC).
Mr. Walker was honored in Vision Monday’s “Forty under Forty”, which listed forty of the nations brightest and innovative ECP's in the country. Mr. Walker was the recipient of the prestigious Beverly Myer’s Achievement Award in Ophthalmic Optics (2011) and the Joseph Bruneni Award in Optics by the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (2017). In 2017 he also received the Educator of the Year from the National Academy of Opticianry.
Phernell is the author of Pure Optics, Second Edition. This textbook will guide you through the areas of knowledge needed to become an eye care professional and pass the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) exams. Since 2006, students from all over the world have utilized the Pure Optics concepts to further their education and address the needs of their patients. Order your copy today! PURCHASE YOUR COPY OF PURE OPTICS HERE: